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Hybrid Teacher of Record English Language Learners at Herron High School

Herron High School · Indianapolis, United States Of America · Hybrid

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Description

Job Overview

The TOR of English Language Learner oversees and manages a portion of the English Learner (EL) programs at Herron Classical Schools. Herron Classical Schools includes Herron High School, Herron-Riverside High School and Herron Preparatory Academy. The TOR will have a caseload that includes students from both of our high schools.  The TOR will design and implement ILPs, special programs, procedures and supports to ensure eligible students are successful in the educational environment. The TOR collaborates with general education teachers and the ML department and reports to the Director of Language Services.


Specific objectives and responsibilities of the position include:

  • Collaborate with administration and faculty for the purpose of implementing and maintaining services for ELL students in accordance with programmatic and regulatory requirements. 
  • Oversight of the student’s law-required English language development (ELD) instruction. 
  • Coordinate and review ELL needs of incoming students at scholar’s school(s)l.
  • Oversight of the development and implementation of the Individual Learning Plan (ILP) for all students on case load.
  • Work with the students and faculty to provide the appropriate climate for each student to receive his/her accommodations.
  • Coordinate notifications of English learner status via the Annual Parent Notification Letter; and additional parent communication on EL program-related information such as WIDA ACCESS results, notification of exiting EL services, etc.
  • Promote EL family engagement and participation in their child’s academics
  • Ensure compliance with all IDOE and school regulations regarding students’ cumulative folder. Maintain EL student folders’ for those students on your caseload.
  • Attendance at scheduled faculty meetings, professional development meetings and other sessions as determined by the Executive Leadership team. Attendance at evening events that include but may not be limited to Parent Orientation, Meet the Teacher Night, Parent/Teacher Conferences and Open Houses. The dates of these events are listed on the Master Calendar.
  • Mandatory attendance at the annual Symposium (a day long professional development determined by the administration). The date of this event is listed on the Master Calendar
  • An expectation of professional conduct and professional growth throughout the year. Collaboratively work with the administration and other teachers to create policy, guidelines, and working procedures for Herron Classical Schools.
  • Perform other duties as determined necessary by the administration.
  • Collaborate with general education teachers on issues that may arise in classroom settings.
  • Coordinate and participate in case conferences and annual reviews and facilitate the compilation of documentation for student records of students that have both IILPs and IEPs.
  • Assist administration with providing necessary training to special education staff, EL staff, general education teachers, support staff, and parents, etc.
  • Communicate with parents/guardians of Herron Classical Schools’ EL education students.

Herron Classical Schools is incredibly proud of our network and our scholars. And, based on the data shared in the US News and World Report National Public-School Rankings for 2024, the rankings we received are a testament to our work paying off. In these rankings, of which 17,655 schools throughout the nation were ranked, based on our performance on state-required tests, graduation, and how well we prepare students for college, we earned the following rankings:

  • Herron High School and Herron-Riverside ranked #1 and #2 Charter High Schools in Indianapolis.
  • Herron High School continues to be highly ranked since our first graduating class in 2010 and is currently ranked #316 in the nation
  • Herron High School ranked #2 in the state for College Readiness.
  • Herron High School placed in the top 2% of public schools nationwide in the following:
  • #2 in Indianapolis/Metro Area High Schools
  • #5 in Indiana High Schools
  • #73 in Charter High Schools
  • Herron-Riverside was ranked in the top 35% of public schools.

For more information: 2024 US News and World Report National Public School Rankings


Compensation

Negotiable depending on experience. Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision & life insurance; health savings account contributions, short-term & long-term disability, retirement contributions, paid vacation & sick days.

Diversity & Inclusion – Embracing a Culture of Respect

Diversity and inclusion are integral to Herron Classical Schools’ mission and are embedded in its Core Values. By building a culture of respect and trust through relationships with people and ideas, HCS believes that a highly intentional diversity enriches our community. HCS is committed to creating an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity are embraced, respected, and valued.

Equity Statement

Herron Classical Schools, through action and in partnership with families and community, will uphold the values, policies, and practices that promote cultural competence. We are committed to eliminating biased institutional structures, hiring practices, and practices that affect student learning and achievement. We will embrace and empower students and staff in their individual identities to establish and sustain human dignity, justice, equitable treatment, and inclusiveness in the classroom and workplace. Link to full Equity Statement 

Non-discrimination Statement

Herron Classical Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex, gender identity, disability, religion, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, or any characteristic that is legally protected under applicable local, state, or federal law in the administration of its educational policies, behavior policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, food service, hiring practices, and athletic or other school-administered programs.

Herron Classical Schools abides by the Indiana Civil Rights Laws (I.C. 22-9-1), Title VI and VII (Civil Rights Act of 1964), the Equal Pay Act of 1973, Title IX (Educational Amendments), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 USCS § 12101,et.seq.). Complaints regarding acts of sexual discrimination or harassment in violation of Title IX requirements should be filed with Herron Classical Schools Title IX Coordinator, Karen Lalioff, by email [email protected], by phone at 317-231-0010 x1113, or by filling out a Report of Harassment form available from Student Services or any school administrator. Inquiries regarding compliance by Herron Classical Schools with Title IX and other civil rights laws may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator, Herron Classical Schools, 110 E. 16th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202, or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 111 North Canal Street, Suite 1053, Chicago, IL 60606-7204.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

  • Certified EL/ENL licensed teacher.
  • Committed to meeting the needs of a diverse student population that includes students with differentiated learning modalities.
  • Experience working with best instructional practice--i.e., SIOP Model
  • Experience working collaboratively with others.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bilingual English-Spanish
  • EL teaching license and secondary ELA teaching license
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