Job Description:
Job Description:
Derby High School Seeks a certified Bilingual Teacher to support the linguistic and academic needs of identified English Language Learners in Grades 9-12. Candidate should be familiar with Bilingual and ESOL teaching methods, as well as EL identification, parent notification, annual assessment procedures. 

The ideal candidate possesses a current CT endorsement in Bilingual  Education or Spanish.  In times of shortage,  certified candidates with demonstrated world lanaguage proficiency or a commitment to becoming certified in Bilingual Ed may also be considered.

Essential Duties

• Ensure safety of students
• Follows the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined and approved by the Derby Board of Education
• Sets and reinforces clear expectations and routines
• Manages the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain an advantageous learning environment
• Prepares lesson plans that achieve clear objectives, uses appropriate techniques, and serves the needs of all learners in the classroom
• Demonstrates strong content knowledge
• Maintains accurate and complete records as required
• Conducts parent/teacher conferences
• Administers annual LAS-LINKS
• Provides general education classroom teachers strategies to support English Lanaguage Learners
• Assesses student learning on continual basis and identify areas of intervention if needed
• Keeps parents up-to-date of student progress through use of interim reports, report cards, and/or conferences
• Designs instruction to meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as needed
• Designs and implements assessments that measure progress and uses assessments to refine curriculum and instructional practices
• Designs clear and specific learning assessments
• Maintains a positive learning environment that encourages open communication between the teacher and learner
• Maintains a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior
• Maintains ongoing communication with parents
• Assists in the selection of textbooks, equipment and other education materials
• Establishes and maintains professional relationships
• Participates in professional learning by attending seminars and workshops to improve instructional practice and positively affect student achievement
• Has knowledge of teaching methods, materials and educational practices for secondary school teaching
• Maintain respect at all times for confidential information

 
Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the selection of textbooks, equipment and other education materials
• Establish and maintain professional relationships

Click here to apply.