Spanish Bilingual Teacher - Naaba Ani Elementary

Spanish Bilingual Teacher - Naaba Ani Elementary Bloomfield NM Naaba Ani Elementary - Bloomfield, New Mexico This job is also posted in Bloomfield NM Job Details

Job ID:

5668488

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description

Position:

Spanish Bilingual Teacher

General Job Description:

The Bilingual Teacher assists students to communicate and understand their home language. They encourage students to practice vocabularies they've learned and assist them in accurately listening, speaking, writing and reading the home language. Teaches a minimal of 45 minutes in the language that is being taught and teaches the core Curriculum Content Standards in the English language, using ESL/ELD standards for students who do not demonstrate proficiency in English. Assists students with learning English and understands the culture of the students/community. .

Work Schedule:

Contract Days:

187

Contract Hours:

7.5

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree Valid New Mexico elementary teaching license with endorsements in Bilingual Education and Modern, Classical and Native Languages.. Must be literate and fluent in the language being taught. TESOL endorsement preferred

Physical Requirements:

Sitting, standing, lifting and carrying (up to 50 lbs.), reaching, squatting, kneeling and moving light furniture may be required.

Performance Responsibilities:

A. Essential Duties & Responsibilities The teacher accurately demonstrates knowledge of the content area and approved curriculum. The teacher appropriately utilizes a variety of teaching methods and resources for each area taught. The teacher communicates with and obtains feedback from students in a manner that enhances student learning and understanding. The teacher comprehends the principles of student growth, development, and learning and applies them appropriately. The teacher effectively utilizes student assessment techniques and procedures. The teacher manages the educational setting in a manner that promotes positive student behavior and a safe and health environment. The teacher recognizes student diversity and creates an atmosphere conducive to the promotion of positive student involvement and self-concept. The teacher demonstrates a willingness to examine and implement change as appropriate. The teacher works productively with colleagues, parents, and community members. The teacher follows board policies and administrative rules and regulations. B. Additional Duties and Responsibilities Communicate accurate and up-to-date information to students in a way that enhances student learning and includes demonstrating effective writing skills, and use of standard English. Manage time appropriately. Cooperate with administration, parents, and co-workers. Create a positive atmosphere and arrange the physical environment of the classroom for optimum learning. Prepare for instruction and show written evidence of preparation. Take precautions to protect equipment, materials, and facilities Maintain accurate and complete records as required by the school district, and reports progress or lack thereof to parents in a timely manner. Attend and participate in faculty and training meetings. Complete duties (hall, bus, etc.) as assigned. Leave adequate preparations for a substitute. Develop and implement appropriate classroom management strategies while maintaining high expectations for student behavior. Encourage cooperation between students. Maintain student involvement in appropriate tasks. Use and apply appropriate conflict resolution skills. Demonstrate public relations skills. Use appropriate techniques, strategies, and materials to achieve the desired instructional goal. Adapt the curriculum to meet the needs of individual students. Use current technology for instruction and management purposes. Use diagnostic data to improve instructional programs. Select, use, and interpret evaluation data. Is available to parents, students, administration and peers outside the school day, if needed. Attend extra-curricular activities. Spend time beyond the school day grading, recording papers, planning instruction, etc. Report suspected child abuse and neglect. Responsible for students on field trips. Act as a good role model within the context of the school. May suprvise educational assistants, practicum students, student teachers, and high school vocational lab students. Develop and use community and professional resources. Undersand and apply learning theories. Accept other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the supervisor. Demonstrate concern for student's well-being and positive esteem. Work Environment Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature, and air quality. Interruptions of work are routine. Flexibility and patience are required. Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignments without direct supervision. After hour work may be required. May make site or home visits when needed and appropriate. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of this position and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities of this position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Position Type:

Full-Time Job Requirements