ESSA Title III Funded Lead Teachers for Tutorial Program

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HACKENSACK PUBLIC SCHOOLS ESSA TITLE III LEAD TEACHERS FOR TUTORIAL PROGRAM 2026 - 2027 SCHOOL YEAR Title: (4) ESSA Title III Lead Teachers for Tutorial Program at Elementary Schools Job Description: Program Planning and Administration Plan, coordinate, and oversee the implementation of the After-School Tutorial Program for students in grades K-4 in four elementary schools. Develop and maintain a comprehensive program management document outlining timelines, deadlines, communications, policies, procedures, and staff expectations. Establish student eligibility, selection, entrance, and exit criteria in collaboration with the Multilingual Education Department. Develop and maintain program documentation, including student rosters, attendance records, schedules, assessment data, and administrative reports. Coordinate student recruitment, family outreach, enrollment, and parental consent. Establish and communicate student drop-off, pick-up, and safety procedures. Instructional Leadership and Teacher Support Develop and coordinate the program's instructional model, materials, assessments, and intervention strategies aligned with students' academic and English Language Development (ELD) needs. Provide in-person, job-embedded instructional guidance, coaching, and ongoing support to tutorial teachers to maximize student growth in academic achievement and English language proficiency. Establish clear instructional expectations and monitor implementation to ensure program consistency and effectiveness. Support teachers in using student performance data to differentiate instruction and adjust interventions. Student Progress Monitoring and Communication Coordinate the administration of pre- and post-assessments to measure student growth. Collect, analyze, and report student assessment results, attendance, and program outcomes to the District in a timely manner. Monitor student attendance and progress, addressing concerns and communicating with families as needed. Maintain accurate program records and ensure timely submission of all required documentation. Additional Responsibilities Serve as the primary substitute teacher when a tutorial teacher is absent. Perform other program-related duties as assigned by the Director of Multilingual Education. Qualifications: Possess appropriate New Jersey ESL teaching certification. Be currently employed by Hackensack Public Schools; elementary ESL teaching experience and prior Tutorial Lead Teacher experience preferred. Demonstrate a record of excellence in previous tutorial teaching assignments, including effective instruction, professional reliability, and positive student outcomes. Demonstrate a strong commitment to student academic growth and English language development, supported by effective use of assessment data to inform instruction and monitor progress. Possess thorough knowledge of the WIDA English Language Development Standards and their application to instructional planning and intervention. Demonstrate expertise in differentiated instruction and evidence-based intervention strategies in English Language Development, English Language Arts, and mathematics. Demonstrate the ability to support students with diverse linguistic, academic, cognitive, and behavioral needs within an inclusive and supportive learning environment. Possess strong organizational, leadership, communication, and data-management skills, with the ability to coordinate program operations and support instructional staff. Demonstrate the ability to implement prescribed instructional models and interventions with fidelity while providing constructive guidance to colleagues. Demonstrate openness to professional feedback and a commitment to continuous instructional improvement. Maintain an excellent attendance record and consistently meet professional responsibilities. Working Conditions: All Elementary Schools from December 2026 to February 2027; Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 3:05-4:20, 42 hours total. Salary: As per HBOE/HEA Agreement, $57.85 per hour, 100% ESSA Title III funded. Employment is contingent upon the availability of grant funding and student enrollment. Application Process: Apply Online via Frontline/AppliTrack Selection Procedure: Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted followed by recommendations made to the Acting Superintendent for Board approval.