To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.
GRPS MISSION: Our mission is to ensure that all students are educated, self-directed and productive members of society.
SUMMER ESL EXTENSION TEACHER – ELEMENTARY
- Attendance at Spring Open House; date TBD.
- PD Dates:
- June 7th - ESL extension only - (2 hours, from 8:30 - 10:30 AM) at Grand Rapids Public School University
- Classroom Set-up/Principal Meeting:
JOB SUMMARY
The elementary teacher is responsible for providing short-term, intensive instruction following the summer curriculum for kindergarten through 5th grade scholars. This is accomplished by providing a variety of learning experiences meeting the needs of our scholars through traditional strategies and digital platforms. This position reports directly to the assigned building/program principal.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Essential functions under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include any of the following duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by employees in this position. Regular on time and in person attendance is an essential function of this job. Other essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:
- Provide scholars with effective instruction in the various academic areas; use the Danielson Rubric; and differentiate instruction (SIOP-Sheltered Instruction for ESL teachers) to meet the needs of all scholars
- Teach the required curriculum and administer assessments appropriate to the summer program; effectively maintain and monitor on-going scholar progress.
- Provide scholars with effective instruction/modeling/interventions in the various behavioral areas.
- Develop lesson plans for each subject area in the summer program; plan and provide appropriate educational supplemental activities to meet both group and individual needs of all scholars within the classroom, including scholars with special needs and English learners (appliable for ESL teachers).
- Utilize “best” classroom management practices to create a learning environment that is conducive to learning, curtails disruptive behaviors and enhances scholars’ self-esteem.
- Collaborate with special education staff to provide scholars with individualized education programs (IEPs) appropriate accommodations and supplementary aids.
- Participate in and contribute to professional development, implement strategies learned with fidelity
Parent and Community Engagement
- Make and maintain regular, positive contact with parents via phone calls, email and/or home visits including communicating scholar progress
- Establish and maintain effective written and oral communication and rapport with scholars, parents, and colleagues
- Participate in parent meetings, including IEP’s and Parent/Teacher Conferences
- Contribute to the development of a positive attitude between the school and the wider community through cooperative relations, publications, competitions, etc.
- Contribute to community service and global citizenship goals
Other Duties
- Display physical, social, mental, and emotional soundness in order to execute the duties of job
- Serve as a role model for all students and within school community
- Interact with co-workers, administration, scholars, parents, and the community in positive, supportive, and cooperative ways
- Encourage the team spirit and contribute as a team member in the decision-making processes of the school as facilitated by the building administrator
- Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
- Contribute to extra-curricular activities and school programs, including recess duty as requested
- Maintain and promote school district goals and objectives.
- Comply with state, federal and District policies, procedures, and rules
- Regular and on-time attendance is required
- Other duties as assigned
Training:
- Must be able to commit to training prior to the start of the program.
- Must commit to full program uninterrupted by appointments and/or vacations.
- All positions are based on enrollment.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Current appropriate Michigan teaching certification
- Have either a current effective or highly effective final evaluation
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrated understanding of current research as to how children learn and the ability to motivate scholars to perform at their best
- Demonstrated ability to work in an economically, culturally, and racially diverse environment
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both orally and in writing
- Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction, by using a variety of styles, and inspire mixed culture and ability classes by creating challenging and engaging learning opportunities for all scholars
- Demonstrated ability to participate as a member of the team
- Demonstrated ability to manage a diverse and demanding workload
ADA REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk, hear (in a quiet or noisy environment). Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust/focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud to moderate. Work is performed indoors although there will be required outdoor activities. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being, and work output of students.
MENTAL FUNCTIONS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to compare, analyze, communicate both orally and in writing, copy, coordinate, instruct, compute, synthesize, evaluate, use interpersonal skills, compile, and negotiate.
Non-Discrimination
The Grand Rapids Public Schools will not discriminate against any person based on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, height, weight, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran, or military status.
Americans with Disabilities Act accommodations: Assistance with the application process may be requested through the Human Resources Department at (616) 819-2022 or humanresources@grps.org.