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Form of workTITLE: English as a New Language Teacher - K-6 and K-8WHO WE ARE:Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) is a student-focused, innovative educational organization committed to academic excellence. Our mission is to empower and educate all students to think critically, creatively, and responsibly, to embrace diversity, and to pursue their dreams with a purpose. We are a family of excellent public schools in which every student has the opportunity to succeed and the power to create their own future.
Led by forward-thinking leadership and our commitment to prioritizing students, racial equity, and authentic engagement with our families, team members, and communities, our staff have diverse opportunities to develop their careers in a challenging but rewarding environment. We are an organization for people who are passionate about education and who are committed to the Indianapolis community.SUMMARY OF OPPORTUNITY:The English as a New Language Teacher (K-6 & K-8) works with English learners (ELs) in developing English skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. The ENL teacher collaborates with classroom teachers in ensuring best practices for ELs are implemented throughout the school day and that the ILP is implemented with fidelity.WHAT YOU'LL DO:The following outlines what your core duties and responsibilities will be for this position and provides a sample overview of what your day-to-day may look like.Core Duties and Responsibilities● Develop Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) for all EL students● Monitor Fluent English Proficient (FEP) students who have exited from ENL services within the last two years● Maintain cumulative folders with required paperwork for English learners.● Run student reports weekly to ensure accuracy of data● Assist in administering required language proficiency (WIDA Screener/ACCESS) and academic achievement tests within the required time frame● Collaborate with classroom teachers on the implementation of ILPs for all EL students.● Provide language development support via push in or pull out model● Utilize WIDA framework and standards in the development of lesson plans● Employ a variety of instructional techniques and teaching strategies to meet different aptitudes and interests of students, including whole group (co-teaching)/ small-group or individual learning● Attend IEP, Section 504, or other related meetings necessary for student assessment and/or compliance with federal and/or state law● Work towards building a positive self-image in English learners● Help students view their culture and themselves with pride● Help the school staff to be aware of and sensitive to cultural differences● Assist in collecting and analyzing data for increasing student achievement● Establish and maintain communication with parents of students in the program● Other duties as assigned"Day In the Life" OverviewOn a regular day, as an ENL Teacher, you might:● Push in to a classroom to work with a small group of students to reinforce the key points of the literacy lesson● Co-teach a writing block with the classroom teacher● Meet with a grade-level PLC to determine scaffolds for English Learners● Make phone calls to parents to discuss student progressWHAT YOU'LL BRING: SKILLS AND MINDSETSAs an ideal candidate for this role, you will be able to achieve the following:● Build rapport with teachers, administrators, staff, and team members through strong relationship building● Displays working knowledge of the Indiana Academic Standards and sheltered instruction practices● Communicate clearly orally and in writing● Effectively analyze student assessment data to drive instructional decisionsEDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS● Bachelor's Degree● Must hold a valid Indiana State Teacher's License OR must be eligible to secure an Indiana State Teacher's License via reciprocity, emergency or alternative pathways● ENL LicenseFLSA CLASSIFICATION:ExemptELIGIBILITY FOR REMOTE WORK:Not eligiblePHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EEOC STATEMENT:Indianapolis Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, will not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, homelessness or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations, or ordinances. Indianapolis Public Schools does not tolerate any form of retaliation or bias-based intimidation, threat, or harassment that demeans individuals' dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.DISCLAIMER:Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the above representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This job description is illustrative only, and is not a comprehensive list of all essential functions and duties performed by the occupant of this position.
Factors such as regular and punctual attendance are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function.
