Bilingual Spanish/English Dual Language Elementary Teacher (7140)
Bilingual Spanish/English Dual Language Elementary Teacher (7140)
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School Year
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This position will remain open until a qualified applicant is selected. The earliest date a recommendation for hire may be submitted is after 05/07/2025.
This is a Continuing Position
Evergreen Public Schools (EPS) offers the following to eligible employees who work at least 630 hours in a school year:
- Medical dental vision basic longterm disability basic life and AD&D insurance through School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB).For additional information clickEPS Benefits Information.
- Employees may also be eligible to participate in FSA DCAP HSA FPFSA (w/HDHP) and other supplemental benefits.
Employees may be eligible for employeremployee funded retirement benefits through Department of Retirement Services (DRS).
EPS offers paid holidays and paid time off including but not limited to sick vacation personal religious and bereavement leave. Additional negotiated leave optionscan be found inthe associated Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)for this positionEvergreen Education Association.
Certificated positions may have additional pay provisions above what is represented on the salary schedule such as but not limited to TRI pay InService days and Extended Contracts all in accordance with the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA) as negotiated.
We appreciate your interest in employment with Evergreen Public Schools. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise training and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation including fingerprints. Click here forFingerprinting Services.
Failure to submit a full application package will result in disqualification.
STANCE STATEMENT:
Evergreen Public Schools are committed to eliminating the predictability of outcomes by demographic group and we strive to be a diverse community of schools that provides each member with the opportunities access resources and support they need to be successful. With this in mind our goal is to recruit hire and retain employees of all racial/ethnic backgrounds who will bring their unique talents and skills into our educational institution to encourage students to thrive academically. Our district aims to provide an equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for all students and staff to succeed in a racially and culturally diverse local national and global community.
SUMMARY STATEMENT:
This position requires a Spanish/English proficiency test. Applicants who successfully pass the language proficiency exam score at the Advancedmid or higher. EPS uses the ACTFL language rubrics in speaking and writing to interpret and verify assessment results. Any candidate with a recent Spanish/English proficiency test score from a recognized agency (within one year) can submit those scores in lieu of testing. It is strongly recommended that applicants applying for this position hold a Bilingual and/or EL endorsement and have knowledge/ understanding and/or experience in English Language Development and Dual Language Education
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Implement Evergreen Public Schools instructional vision for biliteracy along with the guaranteed viable curriculum.
- Teach elementary content in both Spanish and English with a high degree of skill.
- Teach in a 90/10 bilingual instructional program that meets the students individual academic and linguistic needs and makes modifications when necessary.
- Implement instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for achieving stated objectives for instruction and student success including use of technology.
- Participate with other staff to cooperatively plan develop and implement a course of instruction designed to meet the needs of students in all curriculum area.
- Create a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to learning for all students.
- Participate with other staff to cooperatively develop effective positive techniques for improving student behavior.
- Participate in State Federal and District testing requirements.
- Provide positive supports and guidance to a diverse population.
- Manage student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
- Assess students academic learning and/or skills for the purpose of providing feedback to students parents and administration regarding students progress expectations goals etc.
- Advise parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of supporting teachers expectations developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals.
- Maintain accurate complete confidential and timely records as required by law District Policy and Administrative Regulations including attendance IEP information progress reports cumulative records and classroom invent
- Collaborate with colleagues administrators students and parents for the purpose of improving the quality of student performance developing solutions and planning curriculum.
- Become familiar with and uphold the enforcement of school rules Administrative Regulations and District Policy.
- Demonstrate a professional and positive attitude when carrying out responsibilities as a faculty member.
- Perform assigned outofclassroom supervision and other duties.
- Participate in staff meetings planning events and grade level/department/PLC/Coaching Cycles/jobalike sessions.
- Participate in total building program including assemblies contests and other student activities.
- Engage in ongoing professional development at the school and district level.
- Develops cultural competence and commitment to equity in outcomes and opportunities for adults and students.
- Leads for equity towards college and career readiness.
- Nurtures a school environment that celebrates respects and values diversity where teaching and learning are made relevant and meaningful to students of various cultures.
- Publicly draws attention to all equity gaps that exist for various groups of students with plans to address their elimination.
- Initiates activities and discussions that lead to increased cultural competence of staff informing and expanding teaching practices within classrooms.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Successful completion of a Bachelors Degree from an accredited institution of higher learning.
- Valid Washington State teaching certificate appropriate for assignment with an endorsement in Elementary Education.
- Bilingual and biliterate in Spanish and English. AdvancedHigh or higher fluency in Spanish required (reading writing and speaking); native Spanish speakers preferred.
- Holds or is able to obtain EL and/or Bilingual Endorsement.
- Successfully complete Washington State Patrol background check. Employee is responsible for cost of background check.
- Must be flexible exhibit a commitment to accomplishment possess outstanding communication and conceptual skills demonstrate appropriate and positive student relationships possess a strong professional orientation and be willing to actively participate in a team environment.
- Must have regular consistent attendance.
- Must be willing to uphold District Policies and follow administrative procedures.
- Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum integration and a commitment to improve and refine instructional and management skills by participating in professional development.
- Demonstrated willingness and ability to use a variety of researchbased effective instructional strategies.
- Demonstrated knowledge of technology and an ability to incorporate into instructional programs.
- Demonstrated compatibility with staff program and school goals.
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering a positive attitude with students and adults (staff and parents).
- Sets appropriate expectations for individual students.
- Demonstrated knowledge or experience in Workshop Model of Instruction preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge or experience in Bilingual Education preferred.
- Demonstrated successful teaching experience at the designated grade level preferred.
- Bilingual and biliterate in Spanish and English. Advanced fluency in Spanish required (both written and spoken); native Spanish speaker preferred.
- Multicultural Educator
- Ability to teach elementary content in Spanish to integrate the teaching of content area vocabulary and to teach students to use language correctly through the content.
- Ability to modify curriculum and materials designed for use in other contexts.
- Familiarity with or willingness to acquire knowledge of language immersion models and curriculum.
- Cultural competency and ability to work comfortably in a diverse community.
- Understanding of Common Core in Spanish and English and English Language Development Proficiency Standards (ELPS).
- Preferred training and/or experience; or willingness to take course work to increase knowledge and use of the following instructional and engagement strategies to include:
- Dual Language Education Theory Philosophy and Instructional Models
- English and Spanish Common Core Content Standardsbased teaching WIDA English/Spanish Language Standards
- Bilingual education content pedagogy methods and instructional strategies that support academic core content attainment bilingualism biliteracy and multiculturalism
- Spanish Literacy Instruction & Crosslinguistic Transference
- Teaching for Biliteracy
- Language Development
- Sheltered Instruction
- Multilingual MultiTiered Systems of Support
- Culturally & Linguistically Responsive Teaching
- Parent and Community Involvement
- Preferred applicants with extended travel or residence in Spanish speaking countries and familiarity with the linguistic and cultural diversity of the Spanish speaking world.
- Preferred experience in working with children and families who are culturally linguistically and racially diverse.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES RELATED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCE AND EQUITY:
- Knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and how this influences behavior and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others.
- Nurtures a positive school environment that celebrates respects and values diversity where teaching and learning are made relevant and meaningful to students of various cultures.
- Initiates activities and discussions that lead to increased cultural competence of staff informing and expanding teaching practices within classrooms.
- Models instructional leadership and demonstrates a strong commitment to equitable outcomes for all students.
- Ability to recognize each person as a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage.
- The ability and desire to establish positive relationships with persons regardless of race gender physical limitation sexual orientation or religious belief with an active commitment to equal opportunity for all persons.
- Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships and interact successfully with diverse instructional support services and administrative staff including perceiving the needs and concerns of others; assisting others in resolving conflicts; motivating others; and designing programs to assist others in meeting organizational goals.
Notice of Nondiscrimination:
Evergreen Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex race creed religion color national origin age veteran or military status sexual orientation gender expression or identity disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
Title IX Coordinator
Cale Piland
Director of Student Services
13413 NE LeRoy Haagen Memorial Dr.
P.O. Box 8910
Vancouver WA
Telephone: (360)
Section 504/ADA Coordinator
Cate Winters
Health Services Manager
13413 NE LeRoy Haagen Memorial Dr.
P.O. Box 8910
Vancouver WA
Telephone: (360)
Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator
Tracy Thompson
Senior Director Human Resources
13413 NE LeRoy Haagen Memorial Dr.
P.O. Box 8910
Vancouver WA
Telephone: (360)
Employment Type
Full-Time
