English Language Teacher: Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice

Title: English Language Teacher: Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice

State Role Title: Trainer & Instructor II - 29112

Hiring Range: $72,500 - $76,125

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice

Location: Bon Air JCC

Agency Website: www.djj.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The English Language (EL) teacher is responsible for supporting the district’s EL program initiatives by providing instruction and case management to EL students. This person will: create lessons; collaboratively plan, coach, and provide feedback to general education teachers; conduct professional development; administer State and local assessments to measure student academic progress, achievement, and growth; and collaborate with administrators, as well as provide guidance and expertise in the best practices for successful language acquisition, specifically in the four language domain areas of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. The EL teacher complies with standards defined under the Commonwealth’s statutes and program requirements.

The EL Teacher reports directly to the Principal.

As a condition of employment, selected candidate must successfully complete the VA Department of Juvenile Justice's Basic Skills and Handle with Care training located in Hanover, Virginia.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher. Possess a current Teaching License issued by the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) or able to obtain a Virginia Teaching License with an endorsed in English as a Second Language PreK-12. Knowledge of content, curriculum, methods, materials, and equipment to successfully perform the work. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a patient and resilient personality. Knowledgeable about meets important timelines imposed by regulation. Competent in the most current version of WIDA’s Access for ELLs assessment, how to interpret scores, develop lessons, and guide programming. Skills in developing, implementing, and monitoring EL plans. • An understanding of entrance, exit, monitoring status and required State reporting categories. Ability to supervise students, facilitate appropriate classroom management, and maintain accurate records. Ability to effectively collaborate with students, parents, teachers, staff, and other stakeholders to improve outcomes for EL students.

Additional Considerations

Experience teaching English Language (EL) students in a secondary education setting. Experience teaching at-risk youth. Knowledge of DJJ and DHRM policies and procedures and the ability to meet DHRM established physical demands. Regular and predicable attendance is expected.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Application Process:
Individuals desiring to be considered for this position must submit a completed employment application or you may attach a resume before the position’s closing date. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Applications sent through postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered.

Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities.
You will be provided an email confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application. Status updates will not be provided via telephone or email.

Background & Pre-employment Screenings:
Selected applicants are subject to a background investigation and pre-employment drug screen. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (if required and relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position. At least two references' names and contact information will be required from all finalists who advance in the selection process.

Pre-employment medical screenings are required for some DJJ positions.

Driver License: A valid driver’s license is required of DJJ employees to operate a state-owned or leased vehicle.

Supplemental Questions:
You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information may help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.

Lay off Policy 1.3:
If you have been impacted by the DHRM Policy 1.3 layoff and have a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), it is necessary to submit the card before the closing date for this position. You can include the Card as an attachment with your state application.

DJJ Welcomes Veterans:
DJJ is committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified Veterans and their spouses. Veterans who are hired into state positions may be eligible to receive additional leave accruals based on their total years of service in the military, National Guard, or Reserve. If applicable, please submit form DD-214 with your state application.

The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.

Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable Accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact our Human Resources Department for further assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Department of Juvenile Justice practices fair and equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is our goal to foster a culture that demonstrates the principles of civility, diversity, opportunity, and inclusion.

Contact Information

Name: Taylor Mayton

Phone: (804) 664-0703

Email: DJJRecruit@djj.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.