What are the responsibilities and job description for the English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher - Westwood and Prairie Trail Elementary (School Year 2025 - 2026) position at Ankeny Community School District?
The Ankeny Community School District (CSD) is renowned for its excellence across academics, athletics, the arts, and various activities. Situated in central Iowa, just 6 miles from Des Moines, Ankeny CSD caters to over 12,800 students from preschool through 12th grade, making it the 7th largest district in the state. With a strong reputation for its commitment to student success and a competitive salary and benefits package, Ankeny CSD is a standout choice for both educators and families seeking a high-quality educational environment.
JDE : 4.07
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
Purpose Statement
The purpose of an English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher is to instruct non-English speaking individuals on the fundamentals of the English language so that they can communicate with others. This includes organizing courses for non-native speakers with diverse activities and methods that cover all aspects of the English language (speaking, writing, and comprehending). As a teacher in our school, you'll create individualized educational plans based on each student's needs.
Job Title : English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
Salary : See Teacher Salary Schedule
Benefit Summary : C
Reports To : Building Principal
Wage / Hour Status : Exempt
Minimum Qualifications :
- Meet teacher certification requirements and English as a K-12 Second Language (ESL) of the Department of Education, State of Iowa
- Successful experience in teaching secondary students learning English as a second language
- Previous experience in collaborating with department / grade level teams to support English Learners
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
Essential Functions
Other Functions
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Working Environment
Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors :
The usual and customary methods of performing the position functions require the following physical demands : significant lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, reaching, driving, standing and walking. Working conditions may include extreme temperatures and humidity. Hazards may include exposure to communicable diseases. This position requires one to maintain emotional control under stress.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include working under limited supervision using standardized practices and / or methods. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform position functions. There is some opportunity to significantly impact the organization's services.
Terms of Employment
Work year established by the District; Salary according to schedule adopted annually.
Clearances
Criminal Justice Fingerprint / Background Clearance
Evaluation
Job performance will be evaluated annually, as per district policies and procedures
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Approved by : Justin Mohr Date : May 15th, 2023
Ankeny Community School District is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of the District to provide equal employment opportunities and not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age or marital status in its employment and personnel practices. The job categories where the representative groups are underrepresented.
