ADULT EDUCATION ESL TEACHER - PART TIME at Torrance Unified School District
About the Employer
Welcome The Torrance Unified School District, an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / American Disabilities Act Employer, does not engage in any employment practice that discriminates against an employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, marital status, medical condition or physical or mental disability. The Torrance Unified School District Board of Education believes that the diversity that exists among the District's community of students, staff, parents/guardians, and community members is integral to the District's vision, mission, and goals. Addressing the needs of the most marginalized learners requires recognition of the inherent value of diversity and acknowledgement that educational excellence requires a commitment to equity in the opportunities provided to students and the resulting outcomes. To that end, Torrance Unified School District is committed to promoting the employment and retention of a diverse staff that reflects the student demographics of the community.
Job Summary
Job Summary
To fill a vacancy for the 2022-2023 school year.
Job Description / Essential Elements:
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CLASSROOM TEACHER
ADMINISTRATIVE RELATIONSHIP
Directly responsible to school principal or designee.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provide planned instruction in each subject assigned to teach.
2. Follow course of study specified in state law and school district regulations.
3. Provide learning experiences to encourage maximum growth for each student.
4. Select and use appropriate materials available in the district for students and subjects assigned.
5. Evaluate pupils’ academic and social growth, keep appropriate records and communicate with parents and staff on the individual pupil’s progress.
6. Identify pupil needs and consult with other professional staff records, in assessing and helping pupils solve health, behavioral, and learning problems.
7. Maintain basic student records as required.
8. Attend and participate in faculty meetings.
9. Maintain professional competence through participation in inservice education activities provided by the district and/or self-selected professional growth activities.
10. Maintain professional relationships with students, with colleagues, and between school and home.
RESPONSIBILITIES FOR MANAGEMENT OF LEARNING ENVIRONMENT AND CONTROL
1. Establish a standard of classroom control that allows effective learning to take place.
2. Promote a classroom environment that is conducive to the growth of student responsibility and self-control.
3. Encourage an atmosphere that stimulates inquiry, self-expression, and individual growth.
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RESPONSIBILITIES FOR OTHER DUTIES
1. Share equally, insofar as possible, in the supervision of pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the working day.
2. Share equally, insofar as possible, in faculty responsibilities during the working day.
3. Share in the supervision and/or sponsorship of student activities in terms of teacher interests and school needs.
4. Participate in curriculum and other developmental programs within the school of assignment and/or on a district level.
5. Perform business services as required.
6. Participate in community-school relations.
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENT: CA Designated Subjects Adult Education Credential with ESL authorization OR Multiple or Single Subject Credential with ELA1 or CLAD
Letter of Introduction, current resume, completed EDJOIN application, valid teaching credential (please upload detailed credential), two letters of recommendation that have been written within the past two years. Your application packet will be paper screened, and advanced for consideration for interview only if it is complete. Candidates who do not submit all of the required documents will not be considered in the selection process or contacted. Selected applicants will be notified regarding time and place of interviews.
- Credential Copy (Detailed copy from CTC website)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Two letters written within the last two years)
- Resume
CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENT: CA Designated Subjects Adult Education Credential with ESL authorization OR Multiple or Single Subject Credential with ELA1 or CLAD
Letter of Introduction, current resume, completed EDJOIN application, valid teaching credential (please upload detailed credential), two letters of recommendation that have been written within the past two years. Your application packet will be paper screened, and advanced for consideration for interview only if it is complete. Candidates who do not submit all of the required documents will not be considered in the selection process or contacted. Selected applicants will be notified regarding time and place of interviews.
- Credential Copy (Detailed copy from CTC website)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Two letters written within the last two years)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
**PLEASE NOTE - The assignment: Total hours - 23 hours per week
Monday - Thursday, 8:30 am - 12:00 pm - 14 hours per week
Tuesday - Wednesday, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm - 9 hours per week
Torrance Adult School needs highly-qualified part-time teachers for a 5-level ESL program which prepares students for the workplace, college and active community participation.
Any questions pertaining to this position, please call Dr. Wayne Diulio at (310) 533-4459 ext 6965
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Instruct multi-level adult ESL students using content-based instruction and communicative teaching methodologies
• Differentiate and scaffold instruction for various English proficiency levels
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning for all students
• Assess students’ English language proficiency and progress
• Integrate technology into ESL instruction to develop students’ digital literacy skills
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in ESL, TESOL, ESOL
• CA Designated Subjects Adult Education Credential with ESL authorization OR CA K-12 credential authorizing instruction in courses organized primarily for adults
• 3 years of ESL classroom teaching experience in an adult learning environment
• Demonstrated use of current, student-centered teaching methods, including instructional technology
• Ability to use technology effectively for classroom management (attendance, etc.)
• Experience teaching a diverse, foreign-born student population
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Have a working understanding of Workforce Investment Opportunity Act
• Have experience working with CASAS student exams including the administration of the exam.
• Possess experience preparing students for the CASAS and EL Civics exams.
• Possess working experience with College and Career Readiness Standards
• Understand the emphasis of instructing students for career readiness and student preparation for the workforce.
• Ability to modify and/or develop curriculum when needed, based upon student needs
• On line teaching and learning experience
Comments and Other Information
**PLEASE NOTE - The assignment: Total hours - 23 hours per week
Monday - Thursday, 8:30 am - 12:00 pm - 14 hours per week
Tuesday - Wednesday, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm - 9 hours per week
Torrance Adult School needs highly-qualified part-time teachers for a 5-level ESL program which prepares students for the workplace, college and active community participation.
Any questions pertaining to this position, please call Dr. Wayne Diulio at (310) 533-4459 ext 6965
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Instruct multi-level adult ESL students using content-based instruction and communicative teaching methodologies
• Differentiate and scaffold instruction for various English proficiency levels
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning for all students
• Assess students’ English language proficiency and progress
• Integrate technology into ESL instruction to develop students’ digital literacy skills
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in ESL, TESOL, ESOL
• CA Designated Subjects Adult Education Credential with ESL authorization OR CA K-12 credential authorizing instruction in courses organized primarily for adults
• 3 years of ESL classroom teaching experience in an adult learning environment
• Demonstrated use of current, student-centered teaching methods, including instructional technology
• Ability to use technology effectively for classroom management (attendance, etc.)
• Experience teaching a diverse, foreign-born student population
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Have a working understanding of Workforce Investment Opportunity Act
• Have experience working with CASAS student exams including the administration of the exam.
• Possess experience preparing students for the CASAS and EL Civics exams.
• Possess working experience with College and Career Readiness Standards
• Understand the emphasis of instructing students for career readiness and student preparation for the workforce.
• Ability to modify and/or develop curriculum when needed, based upon student needs
• On line teaching and learning experience
Application Deadline
8/3/2022 5:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
6/30/2022
Contact
Karena Ortiz
310-972-6079
310-972-6079
Number of Openings
1
Add'l Salary Info
$45.07 per hour.
Length of Work Year
175 Days
Employment Type
Part Time