JOB TITLE: Bilingual Teacher
REPORTS TO: School Principal
SUPERVISES: Students
DEPARTMENT: English Language Services
JOB STATUS: Full-Time (35 hours/week)
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
SALARY/BENEFITS: Refer to Teacher Collective Bargaining Agreement
JOB FUNCTION
The Bilingual Teacher will be responsible for delivering instruction in both English and Spanish, adhering to the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) guidelines for Transitional Bilingual Education (TBE) programs. The ideal candidate will understand bilingual education pedagogy, second language acquisition, and culturally responsive teaching practices. They will create a supportive and engaging learning environment that fosters all students' academic growth and language development.
This position directly reports to the school principal and functionally reports to the other school administrators and district directors. It coordinates with the other teachers, instructional coaches, school psychologists, and school social workers, as well as other support staff, students, guardians, and the community.
TERM Shall work the 10-month school calendar as defined by the Board of Education and Collective Bargaining Agreement.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This list is not all-inclusive and is only intended to illustrate the various responsibilities and duties performed.
As a bilingual TBE teacher, plan and execute standards-aligned English and Spanish lessons while providing targeted tutoring, creating instructional materials, and conducting comprehensive assessments to guarantee that identified students achieve grade-level proficiency.
Effectively promote language acquisition and academic achievement for ELLs with varying English proficiency levels by employing diverse instructional strategies and resources within differentiated instruction while adapting and implementing the district's curriculum and assessment practices to meet their specific needs.
Utilize language proficiency assessments, such as ACCESS for ELLs, to gather and interpret student data, which will inform instructional adjustments, drive student progress, and facilitate clear communication with parents/guardians and collaborative analysis with colleagues to enhance teaching practices.
Collaborates with teachers and administrators to identify students who are ELL; supports staff, guardians, and students with problem-solving, maximizing resources, and providing instructional strategies.Works with teachers and administrators to find students who are English Language Learners; assists staff, guardians, and students by finding solutions, using resources to their full potential, and giving instructional plans.
Monitors students' progress; communicates all progress and concerns with professionalism to administrators, teachers, and guardians and, as appropriate, students and other support staff; builds and maintains positive rapport and communication with guardians.
Establishes and implements classroom management structure and rules that ensure academic engagement and the physical and mental safety of all students; ensures safety and security standards for children, staff, and visitors of the school; supervises all students throughout school grounds and on educational trips as necessary.
Maintains required paperwork and records of identified students for individual student files, attendance and incident reports, and other necessary records.
Maintains knowledge of research, developments, and best practices in English-language education.
Recognizes and supports diversity and equity in support of school and district initiatives.
Maintains an educational philosophy and school climate which encourages a cooperative and participant attitude on the part of all staff and students; celebrates the achievements and successes of students.
Participates in faculty meetings, educational conferences, in-service opportunities, workshops, and other training seminars as required.
Attends work as scheduled and arrives in a timely manner unless a qualified absence has been approved as described in the collective bargaining agreement.
Performs additional related duties within the scope of this position.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Thorough understanding of pedagogy and the best practices of education.
Desire to teach children and ability to adapt to their developmental status.
Ability to design lessons that teach curriculum in an engaging manner, applying various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, demonstrations, and individual or collaborative projects and research.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills to manage and control the classroom.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven ability to maintain professionalism.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Creative analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficient with Google Suite or related software.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
A Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field, a valid state teaching license or certification, and either a Bilingual or English as a Second Language Endorsement are required. A Master's degree and/or Learning Behavior Specialist and prior teaching experience are highly preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer or standing to teach. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. Must be able to navigate the classroom and adjust one's tone and height, by bending or leaning, in order to teach each child. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.