Teacher, English as a Second Language (ESL)


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Position Title

Teacher, English as a Second Language (ESL)

Opening & Closing Dates

October 15, 2020

Job Location

Charter School

Base Wage

Base wage is $42,812.64*

*Annual wage will be pro-rated based on start date and/or full-time/part-time status, base wage is contingent upon the employee actively working the full year, unpaid days off will adjust wage for that specific pay-period.

FLSA Status

Exempt/Salaried

Primary Function

POST POSITION

LA CAUSA, INC. POSITION OPENING NOTICE

(NO SOLICITATIONS, PLEASE)

OPENING DATE: October 15, 2020

CLOSING DATE: Until Filled

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Responsible for working with students of other languages to learn English and achieve literacy objectives (in their assigned grade level).

Primary Duties

Legend: E = Essential  /  NE = Non Essential  /  N/A = Not Applicable

 

  1. In collaboration with applicable stakeholders, develop, administer, and implement ESL approved, individualized, grade-level appropriate curriculum. E
  2. Provide ESL services through direct instruction to identified students. E
  3. Provide professional development to staff as requested. E
  4. Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the ESL program and/or curriculum. E
  5. Administer multi-level assessments and evaluations, specific to monolingual or bilingual instruction. E
  6. Prepare, complete, distribute, and/or submit required items by due (assessments, reports, statistics, records, etc.). E
  7. Comply with legal, organizational, and contractual requirements, laws and policies. E
  8. Attend meetings and professional development activities, as requested. E
  9. Establish and maintain good communication, collaboration, and cooperation with all stakeholders (ex: parents, teachers, co-workers, etc.). E

10. Follow all duties of a mandated reporter. E

11. Perform other related duties, as assigned. E

12. Be a team player. E

Required Qualifications

 

  1. Bachelor’s degree in related field (in English as a Second Language strongly preferred) from an accredited University or College.
  2. Valid WI DPI License in applicable area or ability to obtain/apply for emergency license within two (2) weeks from date of hire.
  3. One (1) year of experience working with students strongly preferred.
  4. Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred (required for Bilingual designated positions).
  5. Able to demonstrate positive cultural intelligence with diverse groups and individuals.
  6. Excellent critical thinking, organizational skills, and able to manage multiple priorities.
  7. Excellent communication, verbal and written, interpersonal skills, and ability to work with others.
  8. Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office suite.
  9. Transportation, valid Wisconsin Driver’s license, state minimum auto insurance, and must meet La Causa, Inc. driving standards.
  10. Must be able to successfully pass criminal history background checks.
  11. Must be able to work flexible hours based on program needs.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is regularly required to stand, sit, reach, stoop, bend, and walk.  Infrequent lifting may be encountered.

Must be able to successfully pass TB, drug testing, and physical.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is generally performed in classroom and school environments.  Infrequent local/state-wide travel.  Flexible hours required; as dictated by program needs.

 

Reports To

Administrator (as designated)

To Apply

Apply online at www.lacausa.org under “Careers” then “New Applicant Application.”

Please know that your Public Libraries offer free use of a computer and access to internet.

  • The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
  • Any current La Causa, Inc. employee wishing to apply for this position is required to notify their immediate supervisor of their intentions and must complete the Job Bid Form online, which will be submitted to the Department of Human Resources for processing.  Failure to notify your immediate supervisor prior to submitting an application will lead to applicant disqualification.

LA CAUSA, INC. IS AN AA/EEOC/LEP EMPLOYER AND PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY

EOE OF MINORITIES/FEMALES/VETS/DISABILITY

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