English Learners/Teacher of Record (EL-TOR) K-12/Interventionist

Teachers at Clinton Central Elementary School (CCE) are passionate, innovative, and dedicated members of the Bulldog community who embrace the mission and vision of Clinton Central School Corporation.  Teachers are committed to growth as professionals and individuals, and value and respect every member of the community. Teachers are committed to helping students achieve success and work together to ensure all students learn at high levels. Personal attributes in the areas of communication, collaboration, integrity, positive approach and growth mindset are key.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Work with EL students providing English language development instruction

• Collaborate with classroom teachers in creating ILP and ensure that the classroom teachers have access to and are implementing the accommodations and modifications within the ILP with fidelity.

• Consistent and frequent collaboration with classroom teachers to ensure instruction and assessment is appropriate for the student at their current level of English proficiency.

• Offer English Learner support within the classroom to create opportunities for joint productive activities between ELs and their native-English speaking peers

• Administering WIDA Screener, WIDA ACCESS, Kindergarten ACCESS, and Alternate ACCESS

• Assist in development and implementation of ILP goals and accommodations

• Communicate with families about EL program-related information in a timely manner and in accordance with state and federal regulations

• Direct instructional assistants in providing an effective EL program that addresses the  needs of individual students

• Assist in coordinating building and district level program development and review

• Provide EL expertise in meetings regarding EL students’ behavior (MTSS), EL students with disabilities (Case conferences), EL students being referred for Special Education evaluation, EL students being recommended for retention, EL students who are also high ability, and other school-based processes pertaining to EL students.

• Remain current in the latest educational research, especially in second language acquisition

• Perform other related duties as assigned

• Make instructional decisions for students regarding interventions

• Analyze data and organize intervention groups

• Progress monitoring/regrouping

• Guide and support intervention team

• Works with classroom teacher on Tier 1 interventions

• Member of building MTSS team

• Attend PLC to help with intervention
   

Benefits: TERF, 401A, 403B, Several Health Insurance Options, Vision Insurance, Dental Insurance, Wellness Clinic, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements: 

Bachelor’s Degree

Appropriate Indiana Education Licensure

EL endorsement/experience 

Bilingual/Multilingual preferred

Collaborative and willing to work with multiple teachers 

Highly organized with the ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge and understanding of the law and NESP and Title III requirements

Knowledge of second language acquisition and the acculturation process

Strong understanding of WIDA standards/assessments

Able to work effectively and communicate with a wide range of students, staff and administration.

Proficient and competent demonstration of reading and writing capabilities.  

Strong human relations skills, including professional tact, diplomacy and presentation.

Multi-tasking ability and strong organizational skills.

Ability to utilize 21st century technological skills to enhance teaching and learning.

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards. 

• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards

• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone