What are the responsibilities and job description for the Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CLD) Teacher position at School District 27J?
Southlawn Elementary School is a 27J School currently seeking a Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CLD) teacher to assist students in developing English skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening through the district's curriculum for CLD students. The ELD teacher collaborates with classroom teachers in ensuring best practices for CLD students are implemented throughout the school day. This is a full-time, or 1.0 FTE position with benefits for this position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Plans and organizes language development instruction consistent with the district curriculum.
- Utilizes WIDA framework and standards in the development of lesson plans.
- Employs a variety of instructional techniques and teaching strategies to meet different aptitudes and interests of students, including whole group/small-group or individual learning.
- Collaborates with classroom teachers in ensuring best practices for CLD learners are implemented throughout the school day.
- Administers required language proficiency (ACCESS) and academic achievement tests within the required time frame.
- Assures proper placement in ELD courses/groups according to district guidelines.
- Collaborates with district to collect and complete all required paperwork for the CLD student re-designation process and FEP Monitoring
- Remains current in all district CLD related communications.
- Attends IEP, 504 or other related meetings necessary for CLD students.
- Assists in collecting and analyzing data for increasing student achievement.
- Works towards building a positive self-image in CLD learners.
- Helps the school staff to be aware of and sensitive to cultural differences of CLD learners.
- Establishes and maintains communication with parents of CLD students.
27J Schools is a four-day student contact week. 27J teachers work Tuesday through Friday. All 27J Schools are closed on Monday. We are the only Denver metro area school district to operate on a 4 day school week.
27J Schools serves three Colorado communities just outside of Denver: Brighton, Commerce City and Thornton. The school district sits in the heart of a fast-growing region adjacent to Denver International Airport and close to Boulder, Denver and the many amazing outdoor activities Colorado offers.
To view full job description and to apply for this or any position, please visit 27J Schools website at www.workat27j.com
An online District Application must be successfully submitted to be considered for this or any position with 27J Schools.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $55,121.63 - $92,751.75 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Ability to Relocate:
- Commerce City, CO 80022: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,122 - $92,752
