Job Summary: Under the direction of the school principal and EL Program, plans for and provides English language development instruction for students who have been identified as eligible for EL services through the state mandated English language proficiency test (KW-APT, W-APT, access FOR ell 2.0) using WIDA Standards and CAN DO descriptors.
Qualifications:
- Must be a Maryland certified teacher. (ESOL)
- Considerable knowledge of second language teaching/learning methods and techniques.
- Considerable knowledge of English structure, usage and levels of style.
- Ability to work effectively with administrators, counselors and other school staff in organizing and implementing the EL instructional program.
- Fluency in another language, in addition to English, preferred.
- Ability to understand and support the process of adjustment to the academic and cultural environment in QACPS.
- Ability to determine what student assessment information is needed and how it can be collected and utilized to develop, implement, and monitor transition planning.
- Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.
Essential Functions: - Maintains student records of instruction using the EL Program Binder and administers the ACCESS for ELL 2.0 Completes all paperwork for EL and REL at the school such as Home Language Survey, Parental Notification, accommodations and EL Portrait with work samples.
- Attends and participates in county and state (when needed) EL professional development.
- Collaborates with administrators, counselors, teachers and other school staff about individual EL and REL students and their current needs.
- Serves as a resource for information regarding students from other language backgrounds; maintains contact with parents of EL students.
- Ensures a successful transition for REL students from EL supported instruction to full participation in class.
- Collaborates with others to develop and coordinate transition plans and activities, strengthen productive partnerships, and make linkages in the community for students who receive EL services, serves as a resource for students, parents, staff, and community, as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Pay and Hours: Placement on the Queen Anne's County Teacher's Salary Schedule commensurate with certification, experience, and preparation. This is a full-time, benefited 10-month position.
Internal Applicants: Those who are interested in this position, please fill out an internal application at hr.qacps.org. Please upload a current resume as part of your internal application.
External Applicants: Submit an External application at hr.qacps.org. Along with your application, please upload a letter of interest, resume and any additional supporting documents.
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
In accordance with state and federal laws, and the policies of the Board of Education, QACPS does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, age, religion, disability, genetics, ancestry/national origin, marital status, sex or sexual orientation in matters affecting employment or in providing educational programs and service, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. QACPS operates equal opportunity and affirmative action programs for students and staff. The Board of Education of Queen Anne’s County Public Schools is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
- Employee inquiries or complaints regarding discrimination or Title IX issues such as gender equity, sexual harassment and sexual discrimination should be directed to Michael Noel, Director of Human Resources, [email protected] or 410-758-2403 ext. 176.
- Student or parent inquiries or complaints regarding discrimination or Title IX issues such as gender equity, sexual harassment and sexual discrimination should be directed to Matt Evans, Director of Student Services, [email protected] or 410-758-2403 ext. 154.
- Inquiries regarding ADA and Section 504 should be directed to Joeleen Smith, Supervisor of Special Education, [email protected] or 410-758-2403 ext. 131.
- Inquiries regarding Title II should be directed to Michael Noel, Director of Human Resources, [email protected] or 410-758-2403 ext. 176.
Inquiries may also be addressed in writing to the appropriate office at Queen Anne’s County Public Schools, 202 Chesterfield Ave, Centreville, Maryland 21617.
External Agencies
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
1-800-669-4000
1-800-669-6820 (TTY for Deaf/Hard of Hearing callers only)
1-844-234-5122 (ASL Video Phone for Deaf/Hard of Hearing callers only)
Maryland Commission on Civil Rights (MCCR)
410.767.8600 (Español-marque el 2)
1.800.637.6247
Maryland Relay 7-1-1
U.S. Department of Education (OCR)
Office for Civil Rights
400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202
(202) 401-2000
1-800-872-5327
Fax: 202-453-6012; TDD: 800-877-8339
Board of Education contact information can be found on the QACPS website.
www.qacps.org
