3rd Grade Teacher (ELA)

3rd Grade Teacher (ELA) Global Preparatory Academy - 3.5 Indianapolis, IN Job Details Full-time $54,000 a year 15 hours ago Qualifications Teaching Certification Professional Educator License Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods) Full Job Description 3rd Grade ELA Teacher MISSION Global Preparatory Academy develops compassionate global leaders through a bilingual/bi-literate education program that focuses on hands-on and cultural learning opportunities. SUMMARY Global Prep Academy, a dual language school that connects students from diverse linguistic backgrounds and educates them together in a highly rigorous, engaging and nurturing environment. Using both English and Spanish to instruct students in all core content areas, students will develop high levels of bilingualism and biliteracy, as well as a deep value and understanding of other cultures. As citizens in a global world, students at Global Prep gain limitless access to other cultures through bilingualism and instruction, which emphasizes critical thinking using global perspectives and experiential learning. Through two-way immersion (TWI) in English and Spanish, students will affirm the values of their own cultures while acquiring an understanding and appreciation of other cultures. Our students attain bilingualism in a natural process through everyday conversation and content instruction. We are committed to providing relevant instruction pushing our students to be critical thinkers and change makers in an ever-changing world.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Plan and execute ELA lessons that have clear objectives communicated to students. Modify the general education curriculum for students based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies to be inclusive of all GPA students. Assess and track student progress through weekly assessments modifying instruction to be responsive to the needs of students' misconceptions. Assume responsibility for student progress and proficiency on grade level standards. Set and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining an environment conducive to learning for all students: expectations for student learning, motivation, and presentation of work. Meet with parents to discuss their children's progress (Parent Teacher Conferences). Maintain professional competence by participating in staff development activities, curriculum development meetings, and other professional opportunities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The educator also demonstrates the ability to provide positive behavioral support to students in a group and in an individual setting; demonstrates an understanding of the federal, state, and local mandates governing the determination and delivery of special education services; completes observations and reports pertaining to learning behaviors of students; displays the ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office and school based staff, students, parents and community members. Overall, the educator possesses excellent human relations skills and a working knowledge of the English language in written and verbal form.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Must be eligible or possess a valid Professional Teaching License from the State of Indiana Ideal candidate has urban education experience and is bilingual