CLDE Teacher (Gr. 3-6)

EFFECTIVE: 2025-2026 school year
Position Type: Exempt
191 days/year
1.0 FTE
Benefits Eligible: Yes

POSITION SUMMARY:
This position will assess and provide intervention to ensure student success and promote an exemplary educational program which fosters achievement for all students. Develop, coordinate, implement and adjust instructional programs for ELLs. Encourage parent/guardian involvement in student learning through open houses, volunteering, parent/teacher conferences, etc. Utilize technology to advance program and increase student involvement/achievement. Develop and promote good relations among community and school clientele.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assess and provide intervention to English language learners. Utilize assessments to diagnose students’ instructional needs in order to develop and support reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.Create an instructional learning environment that establishes routines and provides for student engagement through questioning, speculation, and originality. Promote a learning environment respecting the dignity of the child that is perceived by students as fair and consistent. Incorporate additional learning opportunities for advanced and non-proficient students. Ensure all classroom processes, procedures and data collection are highly organized and effective with optimal use of instructional time. Motivate, engage, and empower learners to track and monitor his/her learning.

Create a learning environment characterized by effective and efficient process management strategies (e.g., procedures, instructional groups, transition materials and supplies). Comfortable implementing various intervention models (push-in or pull-out). Implement knowledge of content area, teaching methodologies, learning styles and educational research related to students of all levels and abilities. Design, develop, and evaluate authentic learning experiences and assessments incorporating contemporary tools and resources to maximize learning in context and to develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes aligned with 21st Century learning. Collaborate with educators from other grades or subject areas to establish links between disciplines and influence school-wide curriculum and teaching practice. Demonstrate mastery of content and is able to make curriculum rigorous and relevant to all students. Deliver content that is relevant to students and applicable to the real world. Integrate and align Colorado Academic Standards, instructional objectives, instructional strategies, learning activities, materials, resources and assessments and differentiate lesson planning based on individual student needs. Use assessment data for evaluation and refinement of instruction practices. When appropriate, provide small group and individualized services to all levels.

Provide quality, accurate, constructive, corrective, specific and timely feedback to students that encourages them to perform at their highest level.Effectively communicate with parents and staff about student’s progress and opportunities. Utilize technology and/or other avenues to communicate to stakeholders (website, podcasts, etc.).

Teach, monitor, and collaborate with educational personnel, community agencies, parents, and students to increase understanding of the student’s needs. Actively participate in all staff meetings, PLCs, and other required events. Apply and implement knowledge, skills and new understandings to improve instructional programming. Advocate for and lead initiatives that will enhance student success in and out of school. Use professional Code of Ethics and standards of practice to guide ethical decision-making in practice.

Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

SUPERVISION/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
May provide supervision of support personnel.
Conduct supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to interview participation, training/development, assign and direct work, performance feedback, address complaints and resolve problems.

BUDGET AND/OR RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prioritize and schedule work tasks independently.
Manage and maintain inventory of equipment and assessments.
Project needs for budget planning.
Maintain administrative records in accordance with professional standards, state guidelines, and school system policy.
Review services for improvements and make changes as needed to ensure quality of services.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor of Arts in Education with English as a Second Language endorsement(required).
Master of Arts in reading and ELL (preferred).
Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) training (preferred or willing to seek).
Experience developing and implementing lesson plans for ELL students including language functions and supports.
Coaching experience, cognitive coaching training preferred.
Experience in planning and delivering professional development
Experience with professional learning communities including reflective conversations, analysis of student data and effective use of collegial protocols.
Bilingual (preferred).
English fluency will be determined through the application and interview process.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS:
Valid Colorado Driver’s License.
Valid Colorado Teacher License, Linguistically Diverse (ESL) or Linguistically Diverse: Bilingual endorsed.

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:

• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to change.
• Possesses computer and technology skills.
• Effectively works with students from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Collaborates well with supervisors and co-workers.
• Capable of understanding and following both complex oral and written instructions.
• Able to perform duties independently with minimal supervision.
• Communicates effectively with the School District community.
• Skilled in analysis, instruction, negotiation, coordination, communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal interactions.
• Proficient in comparing, computing, synthesizing, and evaluating information.
• Meets attendance standards and works the necessary hours to fulfill essential responsibilities.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Upholds a generally positive attitude.
• Complies with all District policies and procedures.
• Adheres to federal and state laws, regulations, and policies.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Frequent lifting 5 (five) to 10 (ten) pounds.
Occasional lifting of up to one hundred fifty (150) pounds.
Frequent sitting, bending, walking, and standing.
Occasional bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, squatting, and reaching.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Mostly clean and comfortable.

REPORTS TO:
Principal(s) or designee.

LOCATION:
Bishop Elementary School

SALARY:
Salary placement from $52.674 - $101,505 based upon education, experience and Master Agreement. Current Salary Schedule posted at Salary Schedules - Englewood Schools.

BENEFITS:
At Englewood Schools, we provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance employee well-being and satisfaction. Our offerings include Paid Time Off (PTO), medical, dental, and vision insurance, and pre-tax savings options through Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), with monthly District contributions for HSA. The costs for short and long-term disability programs are 100% covered, which provide financial protection in the event of illness or injury. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides counseling and support services, and our wellness programs are designed to promote a healthy lifestyle.

In addition to these benefits, we offer a comprehensive retirement plan through the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA), as well as additional retirement savings options including 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) plans. Optional voluntary plans are also available for life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, cancer, and accidents, offering additional layers of security.

For more details about benefits at Englewood Schools, please refer to the Benefit Guide available on the District's website.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
New hires or rehires will be responsible for the fingerprint processing fee required for background checks through the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.

Per the negotiated agreement, all teachers that start after student first day are temporary.

CLOSING DATE:
This position will close 5 days from the posting date. If vacancy is not filled within 5 days, the vacancy will remain posted until filled.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
All interested and qualified applicants must complete an online application. Incomplete applications and resumes received in lieu of applications will not be considered. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.

This job description is not intended to create any express or implied contract of employment or expectancy of continued employment for any definite term.

In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act and Colorado law, Englewood Schools does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, or need for special education services in admissions, access to, treatment, or employment in educational programs or activities which it operates. Inquiries or complaints may be referred to Dr. Rana Razzaque, Director of Opportunity, Access & Inclusion,4101 S. Bannock Street, Englewood, CO 80110, (303) 806-2029, or to the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Region VIII, Federal Office Building, 1244 North Speer Blvd., Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204.