ELD Teacher, Options Secondary 6-12

ELD Teacher, Options - FTE 1.0

"Littleton Public Schools - Big enough to serve you; small enough to know you."

Littleton Public Schools (LPS) is a premier school district located a few miles south of downtown Denver. With approximately 13,000 students, LPS offers a comprehensive education from preschool through Grade 12 at ten elementary schools, four middle schools, three high schools, several alternative programs, a central preschool, and two charter schools. We welcome your interest to join our family and support our 100 Percent Goal: graduating 100 percent of LPS students prepared for meaningful postsecondary opportunities. With a history of close community ties and consistent support from our residents, LPS is not just a place to work but a destination for exceptional educators to establish career long roots, develop professionally, and make meaningful contributions for our students. You belong here!

POSITION SUMMARY:
Instruct students in coordination with a standards-based curriculum and within the framework of district and state content standards. Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to work cooperatively with students, parents, and staff required. Working knowledge of subject matter assigned, classroom management, best practices and strategies, and students' learning styles and needs.

DUTIES:

• Prepare lesson plans and activities to deliver effective ELD instruction for grades 6-12 students.
• Demonstrates knowledge of first and second language development.
• Knowledge of the most current research and practice regarding curriculum and methodologies related to the instruction of English Learners.
• Ability to co-teach, design ELD interventions, and build positive colleague relationships.
• Participate in and contribute to professional learning communities.
• Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress, including state-standardized assessments.
• Communication with students, families, and colleagues concerning students' academic and behavioral progress.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and sensitivity to the dynamics of students' cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to identify English Learners and maintain accurate and complete student records in a timely and confidential manner as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Demonstrates ability to engage in two unique school settings, including communicating with administration and teacher colleagues.
• Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills in English and the ability to utilize technology for communication.
• Demonstrates ability to speak, understand, read, and write in languages other than English (preferred)

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
Successful applicants must be properly licensed for assignment as a Professional Educator according to the Colorado Department of Education.

STARTING SALARY RANGE: (Annual salary schedule based on 1.0 FTE)
WORK YEAR: 187 contract days (district educator calendar)
FTE: 1.0
2025-2026 School Year

BENEFIT INFORMATION:
Littleton Public Schools offers several competitive and comprehensive benefit packages to employees. Fringe benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 403(b), 401(k), and 457(b) retirement savings plans; and various leave and professional development programs. Additionally as a public employer, LPS participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). For more information about additional benefits or compensation options by employee group, please visit our website at: https://littletonpublicschools.net/employee-benefits