Teacher - Esol (2024-2025 School Year)

Salary: $50,300.00 - $86,583.00 Annually
Location : All Schools, VA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 02858
Department: Generic ESOL
Opening Date: 12/18/2023
Closing Date: 8/19/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Accelerate the learning and acquisition of English in the language of math, language arts, science, and social studies in order to meet appropriate classroom expectations and graduation requirements. Candidate must provide cross-cultural information about the American school system and being a student in an American school for LEP (limited English proficient) students and their families. Serve as a liaison between the LEP student and all his/her classroom teachers, their families, and the school. Implement all ESOL procedures in order to be in compliance with legal responsibilities as indicated through Title III requirements. Provide leadership and consultation as the ESOL teacher to all staff in a school as assigned/directed by the Curriculum Specialist for WL and ESOL.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
To screen all LEP students K-12 for ESOL Program eligibility;

• To implement all the procedures of the ESOL Program as prescribed in all manuals and in written communication such as notices and memos by the ESOL supervisor in order to be in compliance with the law and school division polices;
• To maintain appropriate and required documentation on every LEP student.
• To make recommendations about the appropriate accommodations for all types of formal assessments within the school division and state with the guidance of the ESOL Supervisor and a LEP Review Committee and communicating those recommendations to parents and staff;
• To serve as the ESOL advisor to an entire school staff by maintaining a high knowledge base of the latest research, laws, most effective practices, and issues in the field;
• To serve as a liaison between the ESOL student, his/her family and the school, especially with respect to cultural and language differences, and providing cross-cultural information to all parties that foster positive relationships;
• To provide rigorous and appropriate instruction to ESOL students that supports the acceleration of English and appropriate academic content and is aligned with the SOLs and HCPS curriculum;
• To monitor ESOL students' progress in all aspects of his/her academic schedule and their participation in all school activities and programs and promote and advocate for their participation as appropriate;
• To provide on-going staff development as is necessary and/or requested by the ESOL Supervisor on the second language acquisition and acculturation processes, sheltered instruction, the latest research, and most effective practices in teaching English language learners;
• To serve as a consultant to the ESOL Supervisor, school administration, and faculty for purposes of referrals to other programs such as Title 1, Special Education, Gifted and Talented, AP, IB, and others to assure neither the under nor over -representation of LEP students;
• To participate in all meetings within a school or district as assigned by the ESL Supervisor or where representation of ESOL is needed and appropriate such as school councils, grade level, mapping, multicultural and others;
• To maintain on-going communication with parents and the families of ESOL students in a meaningful way which may require the use of interpreters and translations;
• To maintain on-going communication with all mainstream teachers of the ESOL students and maintain a positive, nurturing, collaborative and consultative-type relationship; and
• To assist in mentoring and coordinating the work of any ESOL teaching assistant(s) as assigned.
• To prepare daily instruction and activities using the division's curriculum to assigned classes and to show evidence of preparation upon request of the supervisors;
• To assess students' learning on an ongoing basis and to alter instruction to meet group/individual needs;
• To develop summative tests of students' learning and uses results for further student instruction, grading, and placement;
• To develop and maintain a favorable psychological and physical environment that is conducive to effective learning;
• To maintain order and to encourage students to set and maintain high standards of classroom behavior within the classroom setting in accordance with division guidelines regarding pupil behavior management.
• To select and utilize materials appropriate to the students' instructional levels;
• To organize learning activities to achieve specific concepts;
• To demonstrate commitment to improving professional competence;
• To take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities;
• To maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations;
• To perform other duties as assigned by the ESOL Supervisor in accordance with the school division's policies and practices.

Qualifications: KSA's, Education
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Requires considerable knowledge in the content area of English as a second language learning theory and applications; excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Knowledge of second language acquisition and acculturation processes, research, legal requirements, program models, methodological approaches, techniques for teaching English, reading, and content to second language learners, appropriate assessments for program placement and monitoring student achievement.
Native or near-native proficiency in all the skills of understanding, speaking, reading and writing in English is required.
Excellent interpersonal skills in order to: collaborate with all staff in a school and provide on-going staff development as assigned by the ESOL Supervisor
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Required: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution and hold or be eligible for a Va. Teaching License with an endorsement in English as a Second Language PreK-12.
Preferred: Master's Degree from accredited institution and hold or be eligible for a Va. Teaching License with endorsements in ESL and Reading Specialist, or a World Language
Must have a record of successful full-time teaching experience or have demonstrated a successful student teaching placement/ internship Teaching ESOL and second language learners at the elementary or secondary level and in a formal ESOL or bilingual education program Teaching in a FLES or mainstream secondary foreign language class or teaching English as a foreign language at the elementary or secondary level.
A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
Terms of Employment
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:
Curriculum Specialist for World Languages and ESOL
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must hold or be eligible for Va. Teacher License w/endorsement in ESL PreK-12.
LOCATION: As Assigned
WORK SCHEDULE: 10 M, 217 days, 7.25 hrs.
SALARY SCALE: Teacher
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
Physical requirements and Disclaimer
PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:
Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees, students and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Work is typically performed in a school setting including; classroom, gym, cafeteria, auditorium and recreational areas. Frequent walking, standing, occasional lifting up to 25 pounds may be required and other limited physical activities are required. Occasional travel with students on field trips may be required. Occasional movement of students by wheel chairs and other mechanical devices may be required. Regular instruction to special needs children may be necessary. Daily personal and close contact with students to provide classroom management and learning environment support is required. Regular contact with other staff members and parents is required. Occasional contact with medial professionals may be required. Frequent contact with parents by phone and in person is necessary. Personal vehicle as travel to county schools on a daily basis will be required.
Updated 3/2016; Rev. 2/08; Hanover County Public Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.
Health Benefits - Eligible to all employees who work more than 20 hours per week

• Health Insurance - Hanover County Public Schools offers 3 health insurance plans through Aetna and contributes significantly toward the monthly premium. An opt-out credit is available for full-time and part-time employees who do not participate. For those who participate in the High Deductible Plan, HCPS contributes annually to a Health Savings Account and employees can choose to contribute more to that account.
• Dental Insurance - HCPS offers two plan options through Aetna.
• Vision Insurance - HCPS offers a vision plan through VSP.

Time Off Benefits *

• Paid Holidays - 10- month and 11-month personnel follow the School Calendar. 12-month full-time classified employees receive 13 holidays per year (9 designated days and 4 floating days).
• Vacation - 12-month employees earn 1 day of leave per month for their first four years of service, 1.25 days for 5 - 9 years of service, and 1.5 days for 10 or more years of service.
• Sick Leave - Full-time employees earn one sick leave day per month (10 - 12 depending on length of contract) with unlimited accrual. Part-time employees will earn sick leave on a prorated basis.
• Personal Leave - Full-time employees earn two days per year the first 3 years of service and 3 days per year with 3 or more years of service.

*Sick leave benefits are subject to change
Savings & Retirement

• VRS Retirement - Employees who work more than 5.5 hours per day participate in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS). The benefit is 95% paid for by Hanover County Schools.
• VRS Hybrid Retirement Optional Contribution Plan - HCPS offers an additional plan for Hybrid employees who can choose to contribute up to an additional 4% in voluntary contributions to the defined contribution component of the Hybrid Retirement Plan each month, which is matched to a maximum of 2.5% by HCPS.
• Retirement Savings Plans - HCPS offers 403(b) and 457 plans through Empower. These plans allow employees to set aside pre or post tax dollars for retirement. HCPS contributes $250/year toward 403(b) account for non-VRS eligible employees. Any HCPS employee can make contributions to these plans.
• Premium Conversion/Section 125 - HCPS allows employees to take insurance premium deductions on pre-tax basis.
• Flexible Spending Accounts - HCPS offers a Medical FSA and a Dependent Care FSA for eligible expenses.

Income Protection & Security

• Life Insurance -Paid for 100% by HCPS for VRS eligible employees. The benefit is two times annual salary for natural death and 4 times annual salary for accidental death. Additional life insurance is available for purchase to cover spouse and children or to increase employee benefit.
• Sick Leave Bank - Income protection for up to 45 days due to a catastrophic illnesses/injury . Available to part-time, and VRS Plan 1 and 2 employees who enroll.
• Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) - Job protected leave for family or own serious health conditions. Contact Francesca Jones at 804-365-4688 for more information.
• Long-Term Disability - Paid for 100% by HCPS for full and part-time employees. Benefits begin at 180 days and offers up to 60% income replacement.
• Short-Term Disability -Optional benefit for short-term disability for part-time and VRS Plan 1 and 2 employees. Employees may choose a 14 or 44 day waiting period and a 40% or 60% income replacement for up to 6 months.
• Voluntary BenefitsEligible to all employees who work more than 20 hours per week - Optional supplemental plans offered through Pierce Insurance include:
  • Accident Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Cancer Insurance
  • Life Insurance with Long Term Care
  • Legal and Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance

Additional Benefits

• Direct Deposit
• Membership in Virginia Credit Union
• Employee Assistance Program
• New Teacher Mentoring Program
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $800
• VDOE teacher license renewal fees paid by HCPS
• Free admission to home athletic events during regular season
• Wellness Programs including annual flu vaccinations.

The Hanover County School Board does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, disability or national origin in its employment practices or educational program...