English Language Learner (ELL) Teacher

JOB GOAL: To create a language-rich environment that encourages students to learn and take risks as they become proficient in the English language, become self-advocates, and productive members of society in accordance with DESE standards for effective teaching. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Must have the ability to: - create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students - utilize specific instructional strategies and practices that allow for the differentiation of instruction to meet the needs, interests, and abilities of various learners - use instructional technology appropriately and work with students to facilitate their use of instructional technology - use reasoning ability to evaluate assessment data and determine/recommend an appropriate course of action - use contemporary professional literature, evidence-based research, and continuing education content to make practice decision - establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff and the community - establish and implement classroom rules and expectations for classroom behavior that maintain order in the classroom - work collaboratively with colleagues, students and families - communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form - effectively present information and respond to questions from groups including staff, parents and the general public - work independently, prioritize tasks and manage several projects simultaneously - perform duties with awareness of all district requirements, state and federal laws, and Grafton Public Schools policies - work with students of diverse backgrounds with diverse needs in an equitable and inclusive manner - plan, coordinate, conduct and participate in ongoing professional and staff development. - act as a resource for colleagues by modeling instructional strategies, identifying and developing instructional resources, and providing professional development related to the needs of ELL students - collaborate with the ELL team on programming, data analysis, and instructional planning - develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate instructional programming to meet the needs of ELL students - identify English language learner (ELL) students using district criteria - perform other duties as assigned by the building principal