What are the responsibilities and job description for the ASL Teacher position at Tooele County School District?
- Prepares students for college and career readiness.
- Follows performance expectations of the National Standards for Learning Languages and it's alignment to the Common Core State Standards.
- Develops and administers foreign language education curriculum consistent with the Utah State office of Education (USBE)and Tooele County School District goals and objectives.
- Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
- Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
- Teaches knowledge and skills in a language other than English, including comprehension, grammar and syntax, sentence and paragraph structure, composition, vocabulary and proper word usage, colloquialisms, communication and translation of literature. In addition, it is expected that students will be able to speak the language with growing accuracy and fluency, sequencing through the various levels of proficiency; novice, intermediate, and advanced.
- Develops student understanding and appreciation of the cultures and mores of countries where the language is the predominant or a major means of communication.
- Works with students and others to prepare materials for inclusion in literary publications, contests, etc.
- Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and Utah state and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
- Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
- Uses appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
- Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
- Knowledge of the identified language, in terms of grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, and literature.
- Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
- Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
- Ability to organize and coordinate work.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
- USBE License Level: Professional
- USBE License Area: Secondary Education (6-12)
- USBE Endorsement: World Language Endorsement in the appropriate language: Spanish, French, Chinese, German, etc.
- Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.
- Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline and language applicable to teaching assignment.
- Masters Degree in related area preferred.
JobID: 9185
Position Type:
Certified Teaching High School/Foreign Language
Certified Teaching High School/Foreign Language
Date Posted:
2/10/2025
2/10/2025
Location:
Grantsville High School
Grantsville High School
Closing Date:
Open until filled
Open until filled
Foreign Language Teacher (Grades 9-12) American sign Language
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, follows USBE and Tooele County School District standards and objectives to develop students' skills to develop students' knowledge, skills and abilities in comprehending, speaking, reading and writing a language other than English, and to develop an understanding and appreciation of the native culture of the countries where the language is the primary means of communication.
Essential Functions
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, follows USBE and Tooele County School District standards and objectives to develop students' skills to develop students' knowledge, skills and abilities in comprehending, speaking, reading and writing a language other than English, and to develop an understanding and appreciation of the native culture of the countries where the language is the primary means of communication.
Essential Functions
Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Work Environment
Works in standard office and school building environments.
Qualifications Profile
Works in standard office and school building environments.
Qualifications Profile
Certification/License
Applicants must have a current Utah teaching license or have the ability to obtain a current teaching license as outlined by the guidelines of the Utah State Board of Education (USBE).
Experience
Successful prior foreign language teaching or student teaching experience.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Successful prior foreign language teaching or student teaching experience.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Contract:
Full time, 187 day, paid over 12 months ( pro rated for the remainder of this school year.)
Full time, 187 day, paid over 12 months ( pro rated for the remainder of this school year.)
Certified Salary Schedule
Benefit eligible
Benefit eligible
