About this role
OTTUMWA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
Ottumwa, Iowa
POSITION TITLE
ELL Teacher Associate
REPORTS TO
Building Principal
QUALIFICATIONS
- Two-year college degree or higher, 48 College hours, Para educator certification, COMPASS with passing scores, or acquire passing score on Accuplacer test.
- Proficiently bilingual in English and any language spoken in the Ottumwa Schools.
- Computer and office equipment skills preferred; may be required for some positions.
- Knowledge of child development, language development, behavioral, and crisis management preferred.
- Such alternative to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assist students with lesson assignments, explaining concepts and instructions in a way they can understand.
- Implement instructional programs and lesson plans under the direction of the lead ELL teacher(s).
- Assist students in developing their English language skills (reading, writing, speaking, and listening).
- Provide language support through various activities, exercises, and materials.
- Administer language assessments and monitor student progress.
- Work collaboratively with classroom teachers to support student learning.
- Facilitate communication between teachers, students, and parents, including translation and interpretation services if applicable.
- Share cultural insights with students and staff.
- Help create and modify learning materials to match students' English proficiency levels.
- Assist with classroom management and maintain a positive learning environment.
- Perform clerical duties such as preparing materials, filing, and recording student progress.
- Participate in professional development related to ELL strategies and methods.
- All other duties as may be assigned to assist with effective and efficient daily operations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Never
0%
Occasional
1-32%
Frequent
33-66%
Constant
67% +
A. Standing
X
B. Walking
X
C. Sitting
X
D. Bending/Stooping
X
E. Reaching/Pushing/Pulling
X
F. Climbing/Stairs
X
G. Driving
X
H. Lifting (10 lbs.)
X
I. Carrying (20 feet)
X
J. Manual Dexterity Tasks
Telephone
X
Computer
X
Other
K. Working Conditions
Inside
X
Outside
X
Extremes of
Temperature/Humidity
X
All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Salary and work year as established by the Board or by the collective bargaining agreement if such exists.
EVALUATION
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluations of Support Services Personnel.
DATE: 7/1/2023