Teacher, English Language Development (Itinerant)

Under the direction of the principal and director of Multilingual Achievement plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences and effective English Language Development (ELD) instruction for Multilingual Learners (MLs). Instructs and supervises students in a variety of school-related settings including virtual. Monitors and evaluates student outcomes. Performs other duties as assigned.

Meets and instructs assigned classes at designated locations and times. Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment both in-person and virtually.

Plans and implements instructional programs that adhere to system-wide goals and priorities and meet the needs interests and abilities of students.

Prepares and documents appropriate lesson plans based upon adopted curricula and learning environment to teach instructional objectives and assess students progress.

Creates an instructional environment that is conducive to the intellectual physical social and emotional development of students both in-person and virtually as needed.

Communicates standards achievements and deficiencies to students and parents. Meets with students and parents to discuss progress.

Maintains complete and accurate student academic attendance and disciplinary records. Monitors and assesses students academic progress.

Oversees the appropriate use and care of textbooks instructional materials facilities and equipment.

Collaborates with school administrators other teachers paraeducators parents and community members in the education of students.

Teaches and co-teaches ELD classes and collaborates with other educators supporting Multilingual Learners (MLs) in the special education programs and/or alternative instructional settings

Provides supports for and collaborates to address the Social Emotional Learning (SEL) needs for students at risk

Organizes and completes Title III compliance documentation for students in the special education programs and/or alternative instructional settings including assessments.

Provides ELD instructional support and collaborates to provide ELD instruction to students in public separate day schools charter schools non-public settings magnet schools and the alternative programs as well as provide emergency coverage at school sites.

Delivers school based World-class Instructional Design & Assessment (WIDA) screening for students who need to be screened at their home school due to the nature and severity of their disability.

Supports teachers to develop service models for multilingual learners with disabilities through office hours for instructional planning.

Coaches ELD teachers to participate in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings and create data collection tools reviewing IEPs to align instruction in the four domains to students instructional levels using their accommodations and supplemental aids and services.

Attends staff meetings.Serves on various committees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education Training and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree.

Licenses and Certificates:

Possession of a Maryland Educator Professional Certificate appropriate to the area of assignment.

OR

Possession of or eligibility for a Maryland Educator Professional License appropriate to the area of assignment.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of the principles and practices of pedagogy for Multilingual Learners.

Knowledge of English Language Development curriculum and assessments.

Knowledge of effective instructional techniques.

Knowledge of and skill in data analysis.

Knowledge of instructional materials and equipment.

Skill in instructing students.

Skill in preparing and implementing lesson plans.

Skill in communicating with students their parents administrators and others.

Knowledge and competencies with educational technology tools.

Knowledge of and skill in the use of database internet spreadsheet word processing and related applications.

Ability to properly maintain confidential information.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

The work of this class is generally performed in a school environment. Work may occur in multiple school settings. Work may require the ability to move around the school and classroom.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Requires attendance at after-school and evening meetings and events.

GRADE:

10 - Month Pay Scale - Valid until January 2026 -10 - Month Pay Scale - Effective January 1 2026

SALARY:$60600 - $120717(Valid Until 12/31/2025)

$61026 - $120717 (Effective 1/1/2026)

Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales other compensation and leave accruals at:

Office of Payroll - Baltimore County Public Schools- COMPENSATION:Position may be eligible for relocation bonus extra duty activities pay or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement.

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

RETIREMENT: Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.

BENEFITS: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans dental plans vision life insurance flexible spending accounts disability coverage and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid holidays sick personal business and bereavement days and flexible leave options such as FMLA sick bank and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.

Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at posting describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT:

The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex national origin age marital status sexual orientation gender identity genetic information disability or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activates and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth regarding the Boards nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer Officer of Equal Employment Opportunity Baltimore County Public Schools 6901 Charles Street Building B Towson Maryland 21204 ).

Application Instructions:

Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Information on your resume and application must match. This information is necessary for salary determination should you receive an offer of employment.
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals supervisors managers mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues friends community members etc. will not be accepted.
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment. Failure to complete all fields of the Work Experience section of the application may result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be the only document considered in determining your qualifications for a position.
• You MUST attach your unofficial transcript(s) or license(s) to your application if you are applying for a position as a teacher or position which requires Licensure/Certification.

Proof of Licenses Certifications and Education:

• Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicants major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable only at the application stage. Official transcripts must be provided only after you have accepted a contingent offer.
• Failure to submit proof of Licenses Certifications and Education may result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses certifications and/or education must be submitted with your application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency:

• Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from a MSDE approved Foreign Transcript Evaluation Agency. This information is located on the MSDE website at Requirements:
  • All people employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools regular and temporary are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.
  • Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
  • If you have military experience you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
  • Official transcripts will be required upon hire and must be sent via e-script/clearinghouse from your university.
  • Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
  • All newly hired personnel must attend a Benefits and Retirement Orientation meeting.
  • Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

  Contact Information:

  Donald E. Terry Jr. MHRM

  Human Resources Officer

  Certificated Staffing

  Phone:

  Email: