JOB TITLE: Part-Time Certified Language TutorREPORTS TO: PrincipalWAGE/HOUR STATUS: Non-ExemptPAY GRADE: $30 an hourPRIMARY PURPOSE:The certified language tutor is responsible for implementing the district's Emergent Bilingual Program goals, policies and procedures in the subject area or grade level assigned; in accordance with the campus needs assessment, and campus improvement plan.All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate in a clear and respectful manner, championing the needs of our students and drive continuous improvement.Qualifications:Required:
- Bachelor's degree from accredited university
- Valid Texas Teacher certificate as required by the State Board of Education Certification
Preferred:
- One year teaching experience required
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
- Knowledge of subjects assigned
- General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
- Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Bilingual Preferred
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Teaches in accordance with staff assignment and student PEIMS coding (Emergent Bilingual and ESL students)
- Displays effective teaching practices.
- Completes effective lesson plans with immediate and long range goals.
- Develops lessons appropriately.
- Uses time effectively,
- Chooses appropriate materials and activities.
- Presents subject matter clearly and interestingly
- Coordinates and plans with team members when appropriate.
- Administers the classroom to create an environment conducive to learning.
- Organizes the procedures for effective classroom management.
- Organizes the assigned area in an efficient, appealing manner.
- Provides flexibility for individual and group activities.
- Practices positive discipline techniques that help students gain self-control and responsibility for their action is.
- Maintains a positive, accepting attitude in working with Emergent Bilingual or ESL students.
- Cooperates with school personnel in providing for student welfare.
- Supervises behavior and safety of students in classes, between classes and during school-related activities on and off campus.
- Works with counselors, administrators, parents and other staff members to place Emergent Bilingual or ESL students in the most effective educational setting.
- Instruct students in school safety and emergency drill procedures.
- Participates in special activities and programs provided for students and parents.
- Initiates communications with parents.
- Inform parents about programs for students.
- Makes parents aware if problems arise.
- Keeps parents informed about student progress.
- Cooperates with appropriate program directors.
- Administers an appropriate record keeping system.
- Maintains accurate records for student evaluation and progress.
- Maintains accurate attendance records as required by building, District and state regulations.
- Maintains accurate records for all textbooks, materials, and funds provided by the District.
- Maintains records of parent contacts, conferences, disciplinary measures and referrals to other school personnel.
- Meets required record keeping format and timelines effectively.
- Exemplifies professionalism in behavior and performance.
- Cooperates with staff and administrators, sharing work willingly.
- Works with team leaders and principal to benefit from evaluation by using strengths and improving areas of needs.
- Exemplifies professionalism and creates a positive attitude toward the teaching profession.
- Promotes understanding of District programs and policies.
- Remains current in education and the specific areas of instruction though literature, workshops, conferences, professional organizations and college courses.
WORKING CONDITIONS: font-size: 10pt >The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: physical mobility, frequent standing, stooping, bending some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling. May be required to move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desk and other classroom equipment. Mental demands: Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of situations; ability to interpret a variety of data; ability to interpret TEC and policy; ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory, ability to be effective in both oral and written communication; ability to maintain emotional control under stress.