Esol Teacher/liaison to Israeli Families

ESOL Teacher/Liaison to Israeli Families

(Code EL300)

CHARLES E. SMITH JEWISH DAY SCHOOL

ROCKVILLE, MARYLAND

The Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School seeks qualified candidates to fill the position of ESOL Teacher/Liaison to Israeli Families for grades 7-12, a full or part-time position for the 2014-2015 academic year.

Responsibilities include:

• Administer the WIDA Model assessment of English language skills and evaluate the needs of each potential ESOL student.
• Devise curriculum for and teach ESOL classes to middle school and high school students.
• Provide academic guidance and coaching to ESOL students through a dedicated ESOL study hall.
• Provide academic support to ESOL students in content area courses such as history and science.
• Work closely with the teachers of all ESOL students to make recommendations for academic accommodations and monitor progress.
• Work with guidance counselors, learning specialists, teachers, coaches, and other School staff members to promote the overall wellbeing of Israeli students in the School.
• Serve as advisor for Israeli students and oversee their academic and social integration into the School.
• Serve as primary liaison between the School and Israeli families, helping these families become acclimated to School life, integrate into the School community, and navigate the School calendar and procedures.
• Identify and promote opportunities for members of Israeli families to take active roles in School events and initiatives.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be experienced in and knowledgeable about effective second language teaching methodologies.
• Have experience in collaborating with teachers of other core subjects to be able to support students in their learning of course content other than English.
• Have outstanding communication skills and a reputation for establishing a positive rapport with students and parents.

Position requires a Bachelor’s degree in English, Language Arts, ESOL or a related field, and a minimum of two years of successful teaching experience in a public or independent school. ESOL/TESOL certification or endorsement preferred. Familiarity with Hebrew language and/or Israeli culture preferred.

Qualified candidates should submit letter of interest and resume tohttp://www.cesjds.org/careersJob Code EL300.

The Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate all applicants without unlawful consideration of race, color, age, religion, gender, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.