An English or Language Arts Teacher teaches English in elementary to secondary schools. Focuses on English, writing, composition, literature, and critical analysis. In elementary school, language arts classes focus on basic reading, writing and linguistic / communication skills. In middle school, the English curriculum evolves and expands to include more complicated reading comprehension, such as fiction, poetry and essays. In teaching high school, the focus relies on developing analytical skills.
Job Summary Under the general supervision of the site principal, provides instructional service to LEP (Limited English Proficient) children. In cases where an ESL (English Second Language) Resource teacher is on staff, the ESL aide shall assist the ESL teacher in providing bilingual instructional services; shall possess the skills and knowledge necessary to work in an instructional setting with students who are not proficient in English.
Requirements / Qualifications
1) Proof of high school graduation (H.S. Diploma, high school transcripts, GED, or higher degree) 2) Must possess and provide, if not already on file with TCSD one of the following:•proof of an
A.A. / A.S.
Degree•48 units from an institute of higher education•have passed and provided the Instructional Aide Exam (CODESP). 3) Fluency in Spanish or other languages currently needed in the District. (Please be sure to indicate which languages you speak within this application). Comments and Other Information This organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, pregnancy status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to our Human Resources office. This organization is a Drug• Alcohol•and Tobacco-Free Workplace. For questions or complaints, contact:
Equity Compliance Officer:
Tara Houston, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources 600 N. Cherry • 559.685.7200 thouston@tcsdk8.org
Title IX Coordinator:
Tara Houston, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources 600 N. Cherry • 559.685.7200 thouston@tcsdk8.org Section 504
Coordinator:
Nicolette Myers, Coordinator, SPED Related Services 600 N. Cherry • 559.685.7200 nmyers@tcsdk8.org
