English as a Second Language

Candidates Must Hold a New Jersey Teaching Certificate in the Content Area. Only Candidates with New Jersey Teaching Certificate in the Content Area will be contacted.

All candidates must apply at the following Link: https://www.applitrack.com/aulchs/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=High School Teaching

“To employ an educational design and experience that merges the highest standard of academic excellence while fostering convictions and commitment to social and economic justice.”

AUL utilizes an innovative merit pay compensation structure, referred to as HEDI, that provides each staff member with the opportunity to earn an annual salary increase of as much as a 6.5% annually.

Job Title: English as a Second Language
Classification: Non-Exempt
Position Type/ Expected Hours of Work: Full-Time Position. Monday – Friday 7:50 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Reports to: School Principal

Essential Functions:

• Deliver effective, high-quality, rigorous instruction in the content areas that produce high levels of student achievement, both academic and linguistic; as given to you in the school curriculum and planned for in your lesson plans.
• Deliver exceptional aligned and standards-based instruction in assigned content area(s) and grade levels(s) that ensure academic growth for all students; as evidenced in your lesson planning from the school curriculum
• Develop daily and unit lesson plans that are thoughtful, thematic, goal-oriented and aligned with curriculum, and carefully planned lessons for substitutes when unable to attend school;
• Differentiate instruction for students of different linguistic, cultural and academic backgrounds, as well as for students with different learning styles;
• Possess and maintain a mastery of the content knowledge area and skills to successfully teach assigned content area(s) and grade(s);
• Develop relevant materials and adapt existing curricula to meet the needs of students;
• Possess a high level of technological understanding and a willingness to take advantage of professional development opportunities in the area of technology and assessment, as well as immersion education and related areas;
• Maintain adequate records of students’ achievement and behavioral performance on school’s online management system and complete report cards promptly;
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding homework assignments, current content areas, achievement of academic goals, as well as classroom performance and behavior. Maintain accurate records of all parent communication and meetings;
• Be available for parent/teacher conferences, parent/student orientations, awards nights and Graduation ceremonies;
• Establish a good working relationship with other teaching professionals, for integration of best practices into the classroom and into the curriculum;
• Implement the school-wide discipline policies in the classroom and throughout the school; and attend disciplinary hearings as needed;
• Maintain a neat, clean classroom environment that enhances learning;
• Attend regular faculty meetings, PLC meetings, Departmental meetings and PICCS-TIF training and professional development sessions.

Additional Duties: Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Vice Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment:
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements:
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of the identified language, in terms of grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, and literature.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Qualifications:

• Hold a valid New Jersey certificate in English as a Second Language

Educational Background and Work Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required;
• At least two years urban teaching experience preferred.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards: Work in a standard office setting and school building environment, walking, climbing up and down stairwells. Depending on the duty, the employee may have to lift and / or move objects up to 10 pounds.

SALARY, TERMS & AFFILIATION

• Salary: Negotiated based on Experience
• Employment Period: Ten (10) Months
• Union Affiliation: AULEA

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $80,000