Anticipated Bilingual Teacher

SCSD Bilingual Teacher -Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a new dual language program! The Bilingual Teacher will support the work of creating the second dual language program in the Capital Region at Schenectady City School District (SCSD)!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Bilingual teacher will work to expand capacity for effective instruction that assists building administration and staff to meet the needs of our ELL and dual language students. The Bilingual teacher will help develop and enhance bilingual programming to increase the Spanish language and literacy proficiency and academic achievement of Spanish speaking ELLs, as well as native English speakers, by providing high-quality, innovative and research-based professional development and technical assistance to administrators, teachers, support staff and community agencies. As a support to teachers and principals, the Bilingual teacher is responsible for providing support in the areas of second language acquisition, developing literacy in a second language, adoption of instructional materials, formative and summative assessment, co-planning and co-teaching, and ELL family and community engagement.

REPORTS TO: Building Principal as well as the Assistant Director of ENL, World Languages, and Culturally Responsive Education (CRE) in the Office of Teaching and Learning.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Will work closely with the District Department Chair of ENL, ENL/Bilingual Instructional Coach, Teachers, and Building Administrators.

• Collaborate with teachers to provide specific strategies for improved instructional delivery for ELLs whose first language is Spanish.

• Plan with the ENL Department Chair, ENL Instructional Coach and AD for ENL to provide professional development to support dual language and general education teachers which will include literacy development in a second language and instructional strategies for Spanish speaking ELLs,

• Assist in vetting programing for the dual language program and assist with the budget for the dual language program; curriculum development, classroom materials and resources.

• Plan a program of study and develop lesson plans designed to provide a balanced program of instruction in Spanish language, culture and literacy that meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.

• Evaluate student progress on a regular basis and prepare progress reports.

• Instruct students in citizenship, basic communications skills and other general elements of the course of study in Spanish, common to all teachers, as specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the district.

• Provide individual, small, and/or large group instruction, whenever appropriate, in order to adapt instruction to the needs of students with varying intellectual abilities.

• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly and productive environment.

• Develop and maintain professional competence through participation in in-service education activities provided by the district and in self-selected professional growth activities.

• Supervise out-of classroom activities for pupils during the assigned working day, as required.

• Appropriately communicate with parents and pupil personnel staff members on the individual student's progress and development.

• Participate on committees and engage in student and family activities focused on ELL students.

• Serve as a resource on an interdepartmental level to relate appropriate aspects of subject area to other subject/content areas

• Work to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning the academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students.

• Any additional duties as assigned by the Assistant Director of ENL, World Languages and CRE.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING:

• Strong record on helping ELLs, particularly Spanish speaking ELLs achieve academic success.

• Deep knowledge of New York State Commissioner's Regulations Part 154 Transitional Bilingual Education Programming

• Experience in analyzing data and using results to modify lessons.

• Significant experience with Dual Language instructional best practices.

• Ability to effectively research, identify and secure instructional materials and resources to enhance the quality of instruction across multiple subjects and grade levels.

• Available and willing to actively participate in school communities.

• Unquestioned integrity and commitment to the SCSD mission and willingness to serve the diverse SCSD community.

• Willingness to participate in professional development opportunities.

• Significant experience implementing effective instructional practices in Spanish Home Language Arts and Bilingual Content Area Subjects, designing engaging lessons, using data and formative assessment in the classroom and implementing strategies to engage families.

• Experience with building and maintaining culturally responsive learning environments that celebrate the diversity of the student population.

• Ability to model positive and healthy character traits and habits, such as being organized, consistent and understanding.

• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English and Spanish sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Teaching experience in NYS is preferred.

• NYS Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 2) or Childhood Education (Grades 1-6) Certified in NYS required, as well as NYS Bilingual Education Extension Certificate required.

• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit; be flexible, willing and able to play different roles at the school and district-level, and to go above and beyond to meet the varied and constant needs of the students of the SCSD.

• Excellent organizational, communication and facilitation skills in Spanish & English.

• Prior demonstration of exemplary attendance is expected of any candidate for hire.

• Training and/or experience with Culturally Relevant Education (preferred)

• Bilingual Education experience in NYS (preferred)

About Schenectady City Schools

With a population of nearly 10,000 students, the Schenectady City School District is one of the largest in the Capital Region. With an incredibly diverse population we are committed to ensuring that all children feel valued, are safe and will learn. We place the highest priority on a culture of equity, ensuring that race, economics, and disability are never predictors of student achievement. Every child in our district counts and will be supported each step of the way, along the path to graduation.

The Schenectady City School District is committed to hiring members of protected classes and residents of the City of Schenectady. For more information on the District's recruitment and hiring plan, please contact the Human Resources Office at 881-2000 ext. 40133. The Schenectady City School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, national origin, race or gender. This policy is in compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Regulations and By-Laws of the Board of Education of the Schenectady City School District.