Dual Language Teacher

May 12, 2025 SCHOOL

CITY OF EAST CHICAGO 2025-2026

School Year Title:

Pre K-6 Teacher(s) Reports to: Building Principal

GENERAL SUMMARY

The DLI teacher reports directly to the building principal. The DLI teacher collaborates with school personnel, parents, and community members to promote the core purposes and goals of the Dual Language Immersion Program.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in education ENL/ESL Endorsement (Preferred) Indiana educator's license (Current) Instructional experience in second language acquisition or bilingual education (Preferred) Advanced written and oral proficiency in English and Spanish (Required) SIOP and WIDA Trained

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES IN THIS POSITION

Creating and implementing the Dual Language Curriculum Provide individualized as well as whole group language instruction in both English and Spanish. Develop academic language for student success in the content areas. Evaluate and keep grades, absentees for each student in a formal record/computer grade book Responsible for creating and implementing lesson plans that meet Indiana/WIDA/ISTE standards Teaches core content areas in the target language (language arts, math, social studies, science) using the Indiana Academic Standards. Integrates both English and Spanish in the teaching of grade level content. Possesses demonstrated oral and written fluency in both English and Spanish Collaborates with staff, administrators, and parents in the development and implementation of cultural programs/opportunities for students. Able to work with students and parents who are culturally, racially and linguistically diverse

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL/PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Dependability Confidentiality Professionalism Flexibility Ability to work independently and collaboratively Ability to organize and prioritize Desire to increase professional knowledge of Dual Language Immersion Programs Growth Mindset Empathy towards students and families This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The Director of Human Resources/Labor Relations will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the Superintendent or appropriate administrator. School City of East Chicago reserves the right to update, revise or change this job description and related duties at any time. Director of Human Resources School City of East Chicago 1401 East 144th Street East Chicago, IN 46312 HumanResources@ecps.org Complete Application on the School City of East Chicago's website @ www.scec.k12.in.us Links/Services/Human Resources/JOB

OPPORTUNITIES

Dual Language Teacher 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars 1401 E 144th St, East Chicago, IN 46312 Full-time School City of East Chicago 53 reviews Full-time May 12, 2025 SCHOOL

CITY OF EAST CHICAGO 2025-2026

School Year Title:

Pre K-6 Teacher(s) Reports to: Building Principal

GENERAL SUMMARY

The DLI teacher reports directly to the building principal. The DLI teacher collaborates with school personnel, parents, and community members to promote the core purposes and goals of the Dual Language Immersion Program.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in education ENL/ESL Endorsement (Preferred) Indiana educator's license (Current) Instructional experience in second language acquisition or bilingual education (Preferred) Advanced written and oral proficiency in English and Spanish (Required) SIOP and WIDA Trained

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES IN THIS POSITION

Creating and implementing the Dual Language Curriculum Provide individualized as well as whole group language instruction in both English and Spanish. Develop academic language for student success in the content areas. Evaluate and keep grades, absentees for each student in a formal record/computer grade book Responsible for creating and implementing lesson plans that meet Indiana/WIDA/ISTE standards Teaches core content areas in the target language (language arts, math, social studies, science) using the Indiana Academic Standards. Integrates both English and Spanish in the teaching of grade level content. Possesses demonstrated oral and written fluency in both English and Spanish Collaborates with staff, administrators, and parents in the development and implementation of cultural programs/opportunities for students. Able to work with students and parents who are culturally, racially and linguistically diverse

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL/PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Dependability Confidentiality Professionalism Flexibility Ability to work independently and collaboratively Ability to organize and prioritize Desire to increase professional knowledge of Dual Language Immersion Programs Growth Mindset Empathy towards students and families This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The Director of Human Resources/Labor Relations will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the Superintendent or appropriate administrator. School City of East Chicago reserves the right to update, revise or change this job description and related duties at any time. Director of Human Resources School City of East Chicago 1401 East 144th Street East Chicago, IN 46312 HumanResources@ecps.org Complete Application on the School City of East Chicago's website @ www.scec.k12.in.us Links/Services/Human Resources/JOB OPPORTUNITIES