English as a Second Language K-12: Every Day Substitute Teacher

Position Summary:

The position provides English as a Second Language instruction to English language learners in kindergarten through 12th grade, enrolled in contracting school districts in and near Allegheny County.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of second language acquisition, linguistics, teaching content English to English Language Learners, and sensitivity to cross-cultural aspects of teaching and learning are necessary.

2. Coordinate, facilitate, and document the screening test and state English language proficiency test to determine ELL student language proficiency levels to provide informed assessment criteria to the ESL Office for placement into instruction.

3. Maintain a schedule for student instruction and adhere to that schedule, arriving on time for instruction and remaining at each school for the established time period. Any variations to schedules must be approved by an ESL Administrator.

4. Facilitate daily lesson plans that provide sound educational and language developing academic achievement for the students that are based on the ELP Standards and state academic standards. The teacher will also incorporate regular use of formal and authentic assessment into the daily curriculum which will be recorded in a cumulative grade book.

5. Track his /her collaboration with content area teachers through the completion of a collaboration log. ESL teachers are also required to complete all necessary paperwork by established due dates, which would include but is not limited to mileage forms, time sheets, teaching schedules, and professional development requests.

6. Communicate in a collaborative manner with other school personnel to ensure compliance with

policies of the student’s building principal or designated representative. Working as an integral member of the student’s instructional team, the ESL teacher is required to participate in a collaborative manner in planning, decision-making, and conferencing concerning assigned students.

7. Responsible for providing English as a Second Language instruction to assigned Limited English Proficient students in a manner that ensures development of English language skills by addressing: student’s language proficiency, development of literacy and academic language competence, providing support and information to help the student adjust to and become integrated into his/her new culture, and on-going assessment through monitoring and documenting student progress.

8. Communicate with parents/ guardians concerning student’s program and progress with sensitivity to language and cultural similarities and differences.

9. Maintain professional growth by taking part in staff development, actively seeking and developing effective approaches to instruction through the application of best practices in pedagogy.

10. Promote proactive communication with ESL Administration and staff, and contribute to program

effectiveness and development

Qualifications:

1. Valid PA English as a Second Language (ESL) Program Specialist certificate required

2. Valid PA certificate in Elementary K-6 and either English 7-12 or Communications 7-12, or Reading Specialist K-12 required

3. Experience teaching ESL and/or experience teaching at the elementary or secondary level or teaching English preferred

4. Excellent organizational skills, initiative, and an ability to work with limited supervision

5. Excellent written and oral communication skills

6. Self-motivator, independent, cooperative, flexible, creative, and responsible

7. Ability and experience working as a member of a team

8. Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and willingness to experiment and work with new technologies

Additional Requirements:

1. Current Act 114, Act 34, Act 151 and NSOR clearances are required prior to hire date (must be dated within 1 year of hire date).

2. School Personnel Health Record (Form H511.340) must be completed and received by Human Resources prior to hire date.

Working Conditions:

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.

When performing activities throughout the day related to the education of students, the teacher spends the majority of the day standing/walking in the classroom. Working with students may entail kneeling or squatting, stooping and bending from 50-70 degrees at the waist on an occasional to frequent basis. 

The teacher must be able to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects (textbooks/materials and equipment such as wheelchairs). The teacher may rearrange the layout of the classroom furniture to enhance the learning situation. The teacher must see and hear on a continuous basis as well as speak frequently. Positions may vary from standing, sitting or walking. On a rare occasion it may be necessary to move quickly, or run. The teacher must have manual dexterity to use office equipment, manipulate books and other learning materials, and assist students with various activities. The teacher must have repetitive movement of fingers and hands for keyboarding.

1. Be able to lift or carry up to 25 pounds.

2. Be able to bend or twist at the neck and back.

3. Specific vision includes peripheral vision, close vision, and color vision.

4. Be able to stand for extended periods throughout the day.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with American Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Disclaimer: The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of this position.

Reports To: Supervisor 

Department: K-12 English as a Second Language Program 

Salary: $200.00/day ($26.67/hour) paid bi-weekly

Benefits: Per Every Day Substitute Benefits Guide (health, dental, vision, paid Illness days, PSERS, mileage as applicable, professional development and more)

To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to https://aa009.referrals.selectminds.com/

Questions: Please email [email protected]

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