Bilingual Teacher at Eagle Valley Elementary School

SUMMARY OF JOB DESCRIPTION:

Plans instruction and assessment aligned with District learner outcomes and State achievement standards. Supervises assigned students and maintains a positive learning environment. Adapt instruction to meet the individual learning needs of all students resulting in an increased probability of advancing their achievement. Maintain positive inter-personal relationships with students, parents, staff, and community members. Bilingual Required with Dual Language teaching and IB experience preferred. This position will most likely be in 2nd-5th grade.

ESSENTIAL JOB ELEMENTS:                                                

Teach the approved Eagle County School’s curriculum in Spanish.

Participate in cluster group meetings focusing on student learning and individual growth goals/goals.

Participate in the development and enhancement of a school-wide culture that promotes professional growth and student learning.

Provide support and knowledge that inspires and encourages the professional growth of teachers at the cluster group meeting and school-wide as resources are utilized for the enhancement of student learning.

Contribute to the professional development of other teachers including but not limited to modeling the use and application of best practices, and peer support with lesson planning and designing consistent with state standards and district goals.

Plan standards based learning, including selection of content, instructional strategies, and assessments, appropriate for all learners and aligned with District outcomes.

Teach to an identified learning objective, presents content accurately, implements a variety of instructional strategies, checks frequently for student understanding, and monitors student progress.

Adapt instruction to meet the learning needs of all students thus increasing the probability of advancing their achievement.

Promote and maintain student behavior expectations conducive to learning and maximizing learning time.

Establish and demonstrate positive human relations with students, parents, other staff members, and the community.

Maintain an ongoing program of professional growth that meets District requirements and expectations and personal professional goals. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree required.

Fluent in English and Spanish.

Active teacher authorization or license issued by the State of Colorado.

Must be “Highly Qualified” according to the Colorado’s definition of a “Highly Qualified” teacher under the No Child Left Behind Act (effective January 1, 2004 for current teachers and 2002-03 for newly hired teachers).

Endorsement in the area(s) of teaching assignment preferred (elementary education or Spanish education).

Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Effective time management and organizational skills.