ESL Teacher (Anticipated)

Job Summary:

• Implement the curriculum as aligned to New Jersey Student Learning Standards;
• Utilize second language development theory, comprehensible input and output and apply it to daily instruction in four language domains;
• Differentiate academic and linguistic instruction for students at varying levels of attainment;
• Prepare and implement lessons that provide meaningful learning experiences for students;
• Exercise open and respectful communication with families, co-workers, supervisors, and other school staff;
• Measure progress and accomplishments of students towards their academic achievements on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required;
• Prove a safe, thriving, and respectful environment for all students in the classroom and on the school campus;
• Create a stimulating, and aesthetically welcoming, organized, functional, healthy, and safe classroom;
• Perform non-instructional duties with timeliness and accuracy;
• Attend professional development sessions in order to further advance professional practice;
• Continue to grow professionally through collaboration with colleagues and professional growth experiences;
• Maintain a reflective teaching practice.

Qualifications:

• New Jersey ESL and Bilingual Certification required;
• Familiarity with the use of instructional technology and differentiated instruction;
• Knowledge of effective/creative instructional strategies;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, flexibility;
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues.

Working Conditions: Jackson Ave. School
Salary: As per HBOE/HEA Agreement
Application Procedure: Apply online via Frontline/AppliTrack

Selection Procedure: Applications will be reviewed and a recommendation made to the Superintendent of Schools for Board approval.