English Language Learner (EL) Middle/High School Teacher

River Forest Community School Corporation is seeking a highly motivated, dedicated, and

enthusiastic EL teacher to become part of a team of outstanding educators. The position involves

collaboration with the other teachers within the middle and high school grade levels and a

commitment to student achievement.

EL Teachers instruct students whose first language is not English. The goal is to teach the English

Language Proficiency Standard Course of Study. The EL Teacher (https://100hires.com/esl

teacher-job-description.html) instructs English language learners to read, speak, listen, and write

English, so they can achieve grade-level proficiency in all academic areas. The EL Teacher

(https://100hires.com/esl-teacher-job-description.html) must be highly knowledgeable in the content

and structure of the English language as well as the methodology for teaching English to non-native

speakers.

• Work with identified EL students in grades 6-12 to improve English proficiency through

push-in and pull-out programming

• Support students at all levels of language development
• Demonstrate knowledge of WIDA standards and ACCESS testing/score

interpretation

• Assist with WIDA planning and administration
• Create and implement ILPs and language goals for all EL students in the district
• Work with general education teachers to adapt instructional resources and implement

accommodations

• Participate in collaborative planning with general education teachers
• Use their knowledge of language development to coach colleagues
• Advocate for students and teach them to advocate for

themselves

• Empower students through scaffolding and teaching learning strategies
• Communicate regularly with parents and families about student performance and behavior

Other Duties:

• Maintains professional competence by attending staff development programs, curriculum

development meetings and other professional activities

• Participates in various student and parent activities which occur in school including

parent/teacher conferences, student clubs and after-school activities

• Creates an effective learning environment through functional and language rich

displays, bulletin boards, and activity/learning centers

• Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Principal or other administrator

Soft Skills Required:

• Proactive
• Open & Honest
• Adaptable
• Conflict resolution
• Dependable
• Empathetic
• Goal-Oriented
• Self-Motivated

Required Skills

• Strong instructional pedagogy and classroom management
• Strong communication skills,
• Creative practices to engage all learners
• Relate to students and help them grow academically
• Patience, understanding, and adaptability
• Bilingual skills are beneficial

Educational Requirements

• A bachelor's degree or higher in elementary education or a related field from an

accredited education or elementary education program is required

• Licensing Requirements

• Must possess a valid Indiana Teaching License or be eligible to obtain teaching

licensure in a timely manner

• Must possess a valid English Learner Endorsement or be willing to attend classes to

earn this endorsement through an accredited program