Esol Tutor

The English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) tutor will provide support to eligible students in English language instruction and their content area coursework. The ESOL tutor will work collaboratively with the ESOL program coordinator/curriculum coordinator, school administration, staff, and classroom teachers to help English Language Learners (ELL) succeed in developing English language skills (i.e., speaking, listening, reading and writing) and in the general curriculum.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Support the literacy needs of EL students following the guidance of ESOL specialists and Curriculum team. Plan and/or follow lessons and instruct students consistent with the principles and methods of English language acquisition. Instruction should focus on English language acquisition learning goals based on WIDA proficiency scales and on providing content-area support, as outlined by NH DOE minimum requirements and HSD administrative guidance.Implement individual and small group instructional routines under the guidance of the ESOL program coordinator/Curriculum Coordinator.Utilize a variety of intervention, engagement, and cognitive strategies to foster English language development including preparing students for the type of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills required to help them learn from and communicate with classroom teachers, and to be productive members of class, school and society.Administer formal and informal assessments to measure student progress and proficiency in English and to apply the results to instruction.Communicate with other ESOL teachers, classroom teachers, staff and administration to discuss and address student progress and needs.Apply an awareness of other academic fields and a reasonable and responsible attitude toward educating the whole child.Apply an understanding of how students learn and develop cognitive, linguistic, creative, social, emotional, and physical skills, and collaborates with other faculty and staff to meet individual student needs.Implement classroom/behavior management strategies to promote a positive learning environment; demonstrate an ability to effectively manage situations encountered in the performance of duties while exhibiting the proper respect for the dignity and worth of everyone involved.Maintain accurate records of students (i.e., attendance, punctuality, work/assignments, progress/proficiency) and maintain appropriate documentation of services rendered.Maintain confidentiality of information and comply with all Hinsdale School District policies and procedures.Perform all duties professionally and appropriately while interacting with students, parents, faculty, administration, and co-workers.Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as assigned by their supervisor.