Pre-K Traveling Teacher for English Learners (EL Teacher)

Title Pre-K Traveling Teacher for English Learners (EL Teacher)

Description Title: Traveling PreK EL Teacher

Reports To: Director of EL Programs

Position Purpose:
Educators of students who are English learners demonstrate a commitment to learning for all
students by maintaining organized child-centered classrooms; presenting content-rich
standards-based lessons and activities; by meeting individual needs through the use of
assessments and data; and by using a variety of instructional strategies that are reflective of
current best practices and research.

Qualifications:

• The teacher will meet all qualifications and behavior standards as set by the Kansas Department
• of accordance with certification requirements and the performance expectations of
• Topeka Public Schools all classroom teachers shall meet the following employment criteria:
• A valid Kansas Teachers Certificate with an ESOL Endorsement or an ESOL Plan on File
• A completed credential file that meets the Topeka Public Schools standards
• Professional verification of successful classroom teacher performance and/or student
• teaching experience
• A reliable vehicle to travel between locations; mileage reimbursement provided
• Evidence of the willingness and the ability to comply with the standards for ethical and
• professional performance established by the State Board of Education
• Regular and predictable attendance is essential.
• Skills in communication collaboration adaptability empathy and patience.
• The ability to instruct and relate to non-English speaking students and families from
• varying backgrounds languages and academic skill levels.
• Academic preparation or teaching experience with English Learners
• Experience working with 3 and 4-year olds preferred
• Physical/Emotional Requirements: (The incumbent may be required to use the following skills
• and abilities during any part of the working day.)
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to walk sit talk and
• hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The
• employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required
• by this job include close vision distance vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee is required to interact with staff and to meet demands from several people. The
• employee is responsible for the work output of others. On occasion the employee may be
• required to work extended hours.
• Performance Responsibilities:
• Travel to various locations to instruct Pre-Kindergarten English learners (EL)
• Prepare differentiated instructional materials for EL students.
• Assist the general education classroom teacher with individualizing instruction for EL
• students.
• Assess students English proficiency and determine if students qualify for EL services
• through use of state-approved assessments.
• Work with individual EL students and small groups.
• Provide a language acquisition program for each student.
• Communicate with parents regarding students progress foster positive school/home
• relationships and suggest home activities that will enhance the childs success in school
• (interpreter/translator assistance will be provided when necessary).
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• Communicate high expectations for all learners.
• Collaborate with EL coaches routinely.
• Use a variety of research-based instructional practices and current resources that support
• instructional goals and student needs.
• Model and facilitates higher-order thinking problem solving creativity and flexibility.
• Make students aware of learner expectations.
• Assist students in developing self-assessment skills.
• Maintain up-to-date records of student progress.
• Create a positive inviting and safe learning environment.
• Develop and adopt procedures and routines.
• Communicate realistic and consistent expectations for student behavior and apply
• appropriate consequences.
• Demonstrate conflict resolution skills.
• Model enthusiasm for learning and teaching
• Treat students patrons and colleagues with dignity and respect.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve effective
• participation in activities and learning experiences.
• Demonstrate knowledge of how subject matter/disciplines are integrated.
• Communicate effectively and promote positive interpersonal relationships.
• Determine the potential the instructional level and the strengths and weaknesses of the
• students performance.
• Collect and submit all applicable data and paperwork needed for annual audit.
• Submit an end-of-year report and other information requested.
• Support the Districts educational mission for all students and implement all Board
• regulations and policies in a fair and equitable manner.
• Facilitate and/or help prepare professional devleopment for school EL Department or
• dsitrict.
• Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as assigned.

Terms of Employment:
Salary and work year to be determined in accordance with the Professional Agreement and
approved by the Topeka Public Schools USD 501 Board of Education.

Evaluation:
Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Topeka Public
Schools Board of Education policies for professional certified employees.

Significant Associations:
The performance responsibilities are not limited to those outlined in this description and may
include any other responsibilities as assigned by the administrator/supervisor.

Required Experience:

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