2025-2026 School Year

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Purpose Statement:

Developing bilingualstudents' ability to effectivelynavigatecourses of study in the English language by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; providingmethods to support and/or reinforce classroom goals in the home; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; developing lesson plans and instructional techniques; evaluating students level of English fluency and providing feedback to students, parents and administration about student progress, expectations, goals, etc

Requirements:

• Strong content knowledge
• Ability to make connections with students through words and actions
• Ability to set up and support a safe, orderly, and productive learning environment
• Knowledgeable of the DESE Blueprint for English Learner Success
• Knowledgeable of the WIDA assessment system
• Understand the essential components of a district-wide ELL program

Major Areas of Accountability:

• Teach according to curriculum guidelines specified by the school district
• Maintain ongoing curriculum evaluation and program evaluation development to meet the needs of students
• Offers direction to instructional aides and classroom teachers in the implementation of evidence-based instructional approaches
• Implement curriculum and instruction consistent with District's mission statement
• Serves as a district-wide resource to staff and families regarding English language development and best practices
• Show empathy for and understanding of students
• Share ideas and observations with students, parents and colleagues
• Develop with parents and students a cooperative partnership based on mutual respect and objectivity
• Collaborates with district and building staff to support translation and implementation of resources in home languages
• Facilitate resolution of problems that might arise with students and parents
• Formally and informally assess student performance often and objectively
• Continue intellectual and professional development
• Instructs bilingual students for success in academics and skills
• Models properEnglish communication fordeveloping students' ability to communicate effectively in the English language
• Follow guidance and policies established by the Board of Education

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Missouri Teacher Certification - ELL or ESL Endorsement

WEBSTER GROVES SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and E-VERIFY PARTICIPANT

WGSD District Code of Conduct

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