English Learner Instructor (TK-6) (0.50 FTE) at Sky Mountain Charter School
About the Employer
Sky Mountain Charter School (SMCS) is a WASC accredited charter school managed by Innovative Education Management (IEM). The school serves students in San Bernardino, Inyo, Kern, Los Angeles, Orange, and Riverside Counties. Our family of charter schools include South Sutter, Ocean Grove, and Sky Mountain. Innovative Education Management (IEM) has been successfully developing and operating California charter schools since 1998. Many California charters are modeled after the structure of IEM’s independent study model. Innovative Education Management (IEM) and its Charter Schools believe in giving students, parents and teachers the freedom to develop individualized learning opportunities while working with a credentialed teacher. Our goal is to develop educated students who reach their full potential. Every position at IEM supports this mission. IEM team members are empowered to innovate and find new solutions to further our students’ educations as well as their own career aspirations. We believe the contribution of each individual is essential to success.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The English Learner Instructor provides educational support for our English learner students, with particular concentration on providing instructional support for English Learner students in grades TK-6 or 7-12 The EL Instructor will design and teach ELD lessons in small groups using a virtual platform, such as Zoom, for English Learner students enrolled at South Sutter, Ocean Grove, and Sky Mountain Charter Schools. Effective scaffolding and sheltering methods will be used while presenting material, tailoring lessons to accommodate differences in learning style, ability, and speed. The EL Instructor will be expected to monitor and evaluate student progress, and to provide progress reports to the general education teacher and parents on a regular basis. Creativity and productivity is encouraged and valued. The incumbent should always work in accordance with the Guiding Principles of the organization.
Requirements / Qualifications
Letter of interest Current resume Two (2) Letters of Recommendation Unofficial copies of credentials, certifications, and/or transcripts reflecting the position requirements Applications not accompanied with the above required materials will not be considered.
Requirements / Qualifications
Letter of interest Current resume Two (2) Letters of Recommendation Unofficial copies of credentials, certifications, and/or transcripts reflecting the position requirements Applications not accompanied with the above required materials will not be considered.
Comments and Other Information
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
? Education: Bachelor’s degree
? Credentials/Certifications: Current California multi-subject or single subject teaching
credential.
? Experience: Two (2) years of teaching experience with knowledge of and experience with teaching
English Learners students. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
? Proven record of integrity, collegiality and collaboration in working with colleagues at all levels.
? ? Must be self-directed and have the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and complete
assignments within established time frames.
? ? Communication skills (written and oral) to clearly, effectively and respectfully interact with diverse
individuals; secure and/or provide information to clarify situations and resolve problems.
? ? Analytical/ problem solving skills to break down complex problems into component parts, make logical
conclusions, and take appropriate actions. Recognize trends, key actions and underlying issues.
? ? Proven ability to assess issues and situations beyond 'face value' and the ability to probe beyond routine
questions, identify, and resolve discrepancies in information.
? ? Proficient with email software, web applications, enterprise software, spreadsheet software, and word
processing software.
? ? Physical Demands: Requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, talking and hearing in a standard office
setting. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision to read printed materials and a
computer screen with ability to adjust focus. May occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. The noise
level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Comments and Other Information
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
? Education: Bachelor’s degree
? Credentials/Certifications: Current California multi-subject or single subject teaching
credential.
? Experience: Two (2) years of teaching experience with knowledge of and experience with teaching
English Learners students. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
? Proven record of integrity, collegiality and collaboration in working with colleagues at all levels.
? ? Must be self-directed and have the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and complete
assignments within established time frames.
? ? Communication skills (written and oral) to clearly, effectively and respectfully interact with diverse
individuals; secure and/or provide information to clarify situations and resolve problems.
? ? Analytical/ problem solving skills to break down complex problems into component parts, make logical
conclusions, and take appropriate actions. Recognize trends, key actions and underlying issues.
? ? Proven ability to assess issues and situations beyond 'face value' and the ability to probe beyond routine
questions, identify, and resolve discrepancies in information.
? ? Proficient with email software, web applications, enterprise software, spreadsheet software, and word
processing software.
? ? Physical Demands: Requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, talking and hearing in a standard office
setting. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision to read printed materials and a
computer screen with ability to adjust focus. May occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. The noise
level in the work environment is usually moderate.