LTS - English Teacher (High School) Nov to March (Via Kelly Services)

Position Details

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other appropriate duties may be assigned.Establishes a safe, inclusive, supportive, and engaging instructional environment appropriate to students' developmental levels, language proficiency, interests, and abilities. Maintains organized, accessible instructional materials, educational displays, technology, and communication resources consistent with District practices. Delivers District-approved curriculum and serves as the teacher of record or provides instructional support in language arts and academic language development across content areas. Provides English language acquisition instruction in reading, writing, speaking, and listening, aligned with District goals and student proficiency levels. Develops and implements lesson plans, differentiated instructional strategies, and standards-aligned activities incorporating technology and individual, small-group, and whole-group instruction. Establishes instructional objectives, maximizes learning time, and promotes student engagement, critical thinking, language development, and academic achievement. Prepares instructional materials, administers assessments, evaluates student performance, and maintains accurate attendance, grades, and progress records. Monitors students' academic, social, and language development; uses assessment data and reflective practices to adjust instruction and improve outcomes. Collaborates with counselors, administrators, and UM Cyber Academy to determine appropriate student placement and course selection based on educational background, earned credits, and language proficiency. Maintains English Language Development (ELD) program documentation, including records required for Pennsylvania Information Management System (PIMS) reporting. Conducts initial screenings of newly enrolled students, including family interviews, educational record reviews, and consultation with previous ELD teachers, as appropriate. Prepares for and administers annual WIDA ACCESS assessments and other standardized testing in accordance with District and state requirements. Coordinates student reclassification procedures and monitors reclassified English Learners (ELs) throughout required monitoring phases. Collaborates with District specialists and professional staff to identify student needs, implement interventions, and support the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS). Participates in Individualized Education Program (IEP), Section 504, and other student-related meetings to support educational planning and regulatory compliance. Establishes and consistently enforces classroom behavioral expectations in accordance with District policies, promoting fairness and a positive learning environment. Maintains regular, accessible, and translatable communication with Language Instruction Educational Program (LIEP) families regarding student progress, academic expectations, and school activities. Communicates with parents/guardians through conferences, newsletters, phone calls, and other methods to strengthen family engagement and support student achievement. Provides up to four (4) professional development sessions annually for staff and administrators through group training, individualized support, or online modules. Participates in faculty meetings, District committees, professional development, in-services, school-sponsored activities, and curriculum-related programs. Coordinates the English Learner College Fair in collaboration with MCIU and Montgomery County Community College. Provides recommendations regarding student placement, course selection, academic recognition, scholarships, extracurricular opportunities, and postsecondary planning, as appropriate. Establishes partnerships with families, community organizations, and educational institutions to support English Learners and District initiatives. Maintains professional growth, demonstrates ethical conduct, and adheres to the Professional Code of Conduct and District expectations. Coordinates and supervises paraprofessionals, instructional aides, and volunteers during classroom activities and field trips, as applicable. Selects and requisitions instructional materials and educational resources to support curriculum implementation and language acquisition. Maintains accurate, complete, and confidential student records in accordance with District policies and applicable Pennsylvania and federal laws. Complies with established procedures for reporting suspected child abuse, substance abuse, harassment, violence, and other safety concerns. Performs other duties as assigned by the Building Principal and/or District Administration.