ELL Teacher @ MHS #1416

Location:

Monroe High School

Anticipated start date:

9-1-25

Days per year:

185

FTE:

1.0

Shift time:

7:20-2:50

Position Info:

• Current District Employees must apply within 5 days of the position posting date or the position will remain open until filled.

Benefit Info:

• Benefits offered: Medical Dental Vision Prescription (SEBB) Long-Term Disability Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance and Life Insurance Retirement Sick personal bereavement leave Health Reimbursement Arrangement (VEBA) Employee Assistance Program Stipends based on position per CBA Enrichment Stipend-$1968-$4062. *Optional Benefits: Additional life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance Deferred compensation Annuities (403(b) Roth) Medical flexible spending arrangement Limited purpose flexible spending arrangement Dependent care assistance program

TITLE Multilingual Language Learner (MLL) Teacher

REPORTS TO Building Principal

POSITION SUMMARY

The Multilingual Learner Specialist (ML Specialist) is under the direction of the Building Principal. This position requires the employee to identify eligible MLLstudents organize and deliver appropriate instruction to all proficiency levels partner with and coach general education staff to help with implementation of ELD strategies in order for students to master WIDA standards monitor newly exited MLL students (Transitional level) and coach plan with and support classroom teachers to recommend strategies or interventions as appropriate advocate for students and facilitate parent engagement efforts and activities.

The classroom teacher under the direction of the Building Principal will create a program and class environment favorable to learning and personal growth of students which facilitates student success in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district-approved curriculum; motivate students to develop skills attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation in life and establish good relationships and rapport with students parents and staff members. The teacher will document student progress activities and outcomes; address specific educational needs of students; and provide feedback to students parents and administration regarding student progress expectations and goals. The teacher will maintain professional competence through in-service education coursework and professional growth activities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Valid teaching certificate for the State of Washington with required endorsement in area of assignment
• Possess a ELL endorsement and an ESL and/or Bilingual endorsement
• Experience teaching elementary ML students or recent training and/or knowledge regarding English language acquisition evidenced-based practice around ML support and instruction
• Experience with ELD GLAD and/or Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) components
• Training or experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse students and families
• Experience with student-centered coaching collaborative planning and adult learning principles
• Experience with managing state-mandated testing for ML students (WIDA)
• Preferential consideration given to those fluent in Spanish
• Prior experience in the school setting preferred
• Such other qualifications as the Board and Superintendent may find appropriate

Per MSD CBA:

Elementary ML Specialists will provide coaching to help support and facilitate classroom instruction. Each elementary ML Specialist shall be responsible for assisting general education teachers with differentiating and scaffolding lessons for MLs observing and coaching general education teachers in English Language Development (ELD) strategies and presenting ELD strategies / ML differentiation strategies at PLC meetings. Coaching may be provided through observations professional development online modules help with lesson planning and scaffolding and modeling instructional strategies.

Secondary ML Specialists will meet with administrators prior to the end of September to develop a work schedule that provides ample time for them to engage in their duties. Each secondary ML Specialist shall be responsible for assisting general education teachers with differentiating and scaffolding lessons for MLs observing and coaching general education teachers in ELD strategies and presenting ELD strategies / ML differentiation strategies at PLC meetings. Coaching could be provided through observations professional development online modules help with lesson planning and scaffolding and modeling instructional strategies. ML specialists may also teach newcomer classes.

Special Requirements

• Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint clearance
• I-9 employment eligibility in compliance with the Immigrations Reform and Control Act
• HIV/HBV training (obtain within 60 days of hire date District provided)
• Human Resources new hire training (obtain within 60 days of hire date District provided)

Knowledge:

• Washington State Transitional Bilingual Instructional Program guidelines including identification placement and assessment requirements
• Common Core State Standards
• WIDA Standards
• Principles goals and objectives of public education
• Curriculum and other developmental programs

Skills and Abilities:

• Abide by all district policies and procedures along with building/department practices
• Adhere to federal state laws and district regulations policies procedures and practices
• Mandatory reporter for incidents of child abuse harassment intimidation bullying fights substance abuse etc.
• Abides by employment provisions provided for in the collective bargaining agreement
• Observe strict confidentiality regarding student information
• Maintain regular punctual attendance
• Perform all duties in accordance with applicable Board policies and district and legal requirements
• Communicate effectively with students parents and staff
• Work with minimum direction but as an effective member of the team
• Identify potential ELL students and administer the placement test to determine eligibility
• Organize and deliver appropriate ELL instructional curriculum to help K-5 students successfully meet academic standards
• Foster English language acquisition and enhance academic progress
• Communicate with classroom teachers regularly and participate on building teams and/or committees
• Provide classroom teachers with support and appropriate strategies and ELP standards to use with ELL students in the general education classroom
• Provide on-going professional development for SIOP instructional strategies and ELP standards
• Organize and support state-required testing
• Maintain files with required paperwork for each student in the ELL program
• Provide District ELL office with updated student information as requested
• Complete and distribute all necessary ELL forms
• Participate on the child study team or multidisciplinary team when a student in the ELL program is discussed. Share information on assessing and serving ELL students with special needs.
• Provide ways to involve parents in school events; advocate for English language learner parents/students
• Willingness to work in a co-teaching model

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

The list of position responsibilities is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Depending upon individual assignment the employee may perform all or a combination of the following duties:

1. Center instruction on high expectations for student achievement
   • Establish a culture for learning
   • Communicate with students
   • Engage students in learning

1. Demonstrate effective teaching practices
   • Use questioning and discussion techniques
   • Reflect on teaching

1. Recognize individual student learning needs and developing strategies to address those needs
   • Demonstrate knowledge of students
   • Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness
   • Establish student growth goals
   • Achieve student growth goals

1. Provide clear and intentional focus on subject matter content and curriculum
   • Demonstrate knowledge of content and pedagogy
   • Set instructional outcomes
   • Demonstrate knowledge of resources
   • Design coherent instruction

1. Foster and manage a safe positive learning environment
   • Create an environment of respect and rapport
   • Manage classroom procedures
   • Manage student behavior
   • Organize physical space

1. Use multiple student data elements to modify instruction and improve student learning
   • Design student assessments
   • Use assessment in instruction
   • Maintain accurate records

1. Communicate and collaborate with parents and the school community
   • Communicate with families

1. Exhibit collaborative and collegial practices focused on improving instructional practice and student learning
   • Participate in a professional community
   • Grow and develop professionally
   • Show professionalism

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

This is a sedentary position with light work that involves sitting a portion of the time but does require walking and standing for extended position requires accurate perception of sound near and far vision depth perception; handling and working with

educational and psychological materials; and providing highly technical oral and written information and reports.

The job is performed with the majority of the time spent indoors and under minimal temperature variations; a portion of the day will be time spent outdoors and is subject to a variety of changing weather conditions and potentially uneven/slippery surfaces.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

This position is that of MLL teacher and is represented by the Monroe Education Association collective bargaining unit. The position will work a schedule in coordination with the District student calendar. Salary and benefits as determined by the current collective bargaining agreement. Employees are required to complete all mandatory district trainings.

EVALUATION PROCEDURES

The classroom teacher shall be evaluated by the Building Principal according to currently established district procedures and evaluation criteria. The process shall include an evaluation of the employees performance of the above position responsibilities.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

The Monroe School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex race creed religion color national origin age honorable discharged veteran or military status sexual orientation including gender expression or identity the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities 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 & Compliance Coordinator Daniel Johnston (360.804.2539).

The Monroe School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all education programs services and activities.

IMMIGRATION REFORM AND CONTROL ACT REQUIREMENT

All new employees are required by law to submit documentation to Human Resources proving eligibility to work in the USA by completing an Employment Eligibility Form within three days of employment.

APPLICANT DISCLOSURE STATEMENT

Pursuant to Chapter 486 Laws of 1987 all applicants must complete the disclosure form provided by Human Resources at the time of application.

Created: May 2018

Revised: May 2023

Revised: January 2024