POSITION: Dual Homeroom / EL Teacher, PreK - Grade 2

LOCATION: Cougar Elementary School

SALARY: Teacher Scale - 200 Days; In addition, this position has a stipend of $15,000. 

HOURS: 7.5 hours per day

POSITION LENGTH: 200 Days 

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR(S): Building Principals

JOB SUMMARY:

The Dual Homeroom / EL Teacher is responsible for creating a supportive, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment while also providing targeted language instruction for English Learners (ELs). This dual-role position includes delivering daily homeroom instruction, integrating language development strategies into classroom instruction, and ensuring compliance with EL documentation and assessment requirements. The teacher will provide 30 minutes of direct language instruction daily to EL students, track their progress, and develop lesson plans aligned with English Language Development (ELD) standards.

REQUISITE EDUCATION AND SKILLS:

• A bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university is required.
• Must hold a valid Virginia Department of Education continuing license with an endorsement in Elementary Education, or be eligible to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
• Must hold a Virginia endorsement in English as a Second Language (PreK–12), or be eligible to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
• A minimum of three years of experience working with English Learners (ELs) in a classroom setting is preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of second language acquisition and evidence-based instructional strategies to support English Learners.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and provide targeted language development support within the general education setting.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: (including but not limited to the following)

Instruction & Language Support:

• Serve as a homeroom teacher, providing instruction in core subject areas while embedding language supports for ELs.
• Provide at least 30 minutes of direct English language development (ELD) instruction daily to EL students within the classroom.
• Develop and implement daily ELD lesson plans aligned with WIDA standards and student language proficiency levels.
• Utilize research-based strategies to support ELs in accessing grade-level content and improving their language skills.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of ELs at various proficiency levels.
• Foster an inclusive classroom environment that values linguistic and cultural diversity.

Assessment & Progress Monitoring:

• Assess and monitor EL students' language development using formative and summative assessments.
• Utilize WIDA assessment data and other measures to inform instruction and set language growth goals.
• Maintain up-to-date student language proficiency records and track progress over time.

Compliance & Documentation:

• Complete and manage required EL paperwork, including Individualized Language Plans.
• Ensure compliance with district, state, and federal EL program requirements.
• Collaborate with EL specialists, administrators, and families to support student success.
• Participate in EL program meetings, professional development, and training as required.

Collaboration & Communication:

• Work closely with colleagues, support staff, and administrators to ensure effective language development support for ELs.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress, language goals, and instructional strategies.
• Serve as a liaison between the school and EL families to foster engagement and support.
• Work with instructional assistants to ensure direct EL services are met by a properly licensed and endorsed EL teacher.
• Collaborate monthly with district staff to assess the effectiveness of the program model and lesson delivery.

Additional Job Requirements:

• Managing online program management tool and casework paperwork for ELs within the homeroom.
• Attending after-school EL department meetings in addition to grade-level CLTs.
• Attend an in-person, week-long, summer intensive workshop to develop strong EL strategies and curriculum development for daily ELD lessons.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position operates in a professional school environment that includes classrooms, gymnasiums, cafeterias, auditoriums, and outdoor learning or recreational areas. The work environment involves noise levels that may range from low to moderate and requires frequent walking, standing, and movement throughout the school day. Occasional climbing, kneeling, or crouching may also be required. Periods of sitting are common while preparing lessons, grading assignments, or completing administrative tasks.

The position may require lifting or moving instructional materials, classroom supplies, or equipment weighing up to 10 pounds on a regular basis and occasionally up to 25 pounds or more. Regular use of computers, interactive whiteboards, projectors, printers, and other instructional technologies is required to support teaching and learning.

Clear verbal communication, active listening, and visual attentiveness are essential for delivering instruction and ensuring student safety. The role involves daily interaction with students and regular collaboration with colleagues, administrators, and families. Occasional travel between school sites or participation in supervised field trips may also be required.

Teachers must be able to manage multiple responsibilities and adapt to the demands of a dynamic, fast-paced educational environment.

CLEARANCES (Conditions for employment):

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
• Tuberculosis Screening

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Manassas Park City School Board is an equal opportunity employer, committed to nondiscrimination in recruitment, selection, hiring, pay, promotion, retention or and other personnel actions affecting employees or candidates for employment. Therefore, discrimination in employment against any person on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, marital status, military status, genetic information or disability is prohibited, as required by federal and state laws and regulations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

This job description is intended to reflect the general nature and level of work performed by the employee. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other responsibilities as necessary.