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ENGLISH LEARNER TEACHER (.5 FTE)

Portage Public Schools Schedule for this position can be flexible within school hours based on program and candidates needs

Per PEA Contract 2024-25 School Year

  Job Summary: Instruct students in activities designed to assist with leaning English as a second language and provide an environment favorable to learning and personal growth in accordance with each student's ability.   

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in education or related field, including all courses to meet the credential requirements.
• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with the (NS) English as a Second Language endorsement (or qualify by MDE guidelines for a sub permit and obtain valid MI certification within 3 years)
• One to three years' teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to assume responsibility, display initiative, and exercise good judgment.
• Ability to build and maintain strong interpersonal relationships and work effectively in a collaborative environment with students, district staff and the public.
• Commitment to the belief that all students can learn, and to the mission of educational equity.
• Ability to use data in the decision-making process, and strong problem-solving skills.
• Proficient computer and document skills.
• Ability to continuously elevate professional contributions through ongoing reflection, building upon previous learning, and being open and receptive to ongoing feedback.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Skilled at teaching subject content in an integrated manner.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for designing and implementing English language learning supplemental program instruction base on student needs.
• Administer, analyze and use assessments of students to assist in determining eligibility for services and readiness for exit from services.
• Use active, student-centered learning to develop student strengths.
• Work closely with other professional staff (including teacher, paraprofessionals, and building leadership) to meet individual student needs.
• Collaborate with other teachers to align curricular expectations of the intervention program (Tier II) with general education program requirements (Tier I).
• Understand the MTSS process and use it to accelerate student learning. 
• Plan and implement parent involvement activities.
• Be available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside of he instructional day.
• Committed to nurturing a school environment that celebrates, respects, and values diversity, where teaching and learning are made relevant and meaningful to students.
• Posses high standards of ethics, honesty, and integrity in personal and professional matters.
• Excellent team and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in another language in addition to English preferred.
• Utilize a variety of researched-based instructional techniques, strategies, and methods in all content areas.
• Understand, value, and positively respond to the unique traits of all students.
• Collaborate to create and execute clear, logical instructional plans that produce strong results in student learning.
• Actively participate in instructional coaching cycles which requires analyzing data, action planning, and reflecting on the instructional practices.
• Adheres to the District's and School's policies, expectations, and protocols. 
• Performs other related duties as assigned or directed.
• Regular and consistent attendance.
• Must have knowledge of and comply with the policies and procedures contained in the Portage Public Schools Handbook.