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The following vacancy exists in Goshen Community Schools for the 2026-27 school year:

Goshen Jr High School

EL Teacher

POSITION PURPOSE: To teach elementary school pupils’ Basic Academic Communication and Cognitive Academic Language Proficiency in English by performing the following duties.

• Instructs students in English Language acquisition, utilizing best practice teaching methods beyond lecture and demonstration. Uses realia, authentic experiences and technology aids as well as other materials to supplement instruction.
• Prepares teaching outline for course of study, assigns lessons, and provides feedback to students.
• Administers tests to evaluate pupil’s progress, records results, and issues reports to inform parents of progress.
• Maintains discipline in classroom and in other school’s activities.
• Uses curriculum maps, and other district resources to prepare lessons, considering factors, such as individual needs, abilities, learning levels, learning styles, and physical limitations of students.
• Discusses student’s academic and behavior problems with parents and administrators and suggests remedial action.
• Participates in faculty and professional meetings, professional development experiences, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.
• Supervises students in hallways, cafeteria, and other areas of the building.
• Effectively collaborates with teaching colleagues and administrators on best practices in teaching and learning.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Plans lessons using curriculum, instructional calendars and Indiana State Standards.
• Plans lessons focusing on the rigor of the grade level curriculum while meeting students at their instructional level.
• Plans lessons that are easily identifiable, focused and clear; reinforce lessons with additional instruction, learning activities, and appropriate assessment.
• Plans individual and group activities to stimulate growth in English language acquisition, such as learning survival English, social English and content area vocabulary.
• Administers formative assessments to evaluate pupil’s current educational standing and targets instruction accordingly.
• Administers summative assessments to evaluate pupil’s progress, records results, and issues reports to inform parents and colleagues of progress.
• Communicates with individual classroom teachers to schedule EL students for instruction.
• Consults regularly with classroom teachers to monitor students’ progress.
• Participates in committees or subgroups to develop curriculum, assessment and/or long range plans for the EL program.
• Adjusts and plan lessons based on differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all students.
• Makes modifications in lessons based on knowledge of the goals for each student’s disability as outline in his/her IEP, ILP and or 504 plans.
• Utilizes classroom and corporation materials, resources and technology that enhance instruction.
• Uses assessment data to plan lessons and drive instruction.
• Creates a classroom environment that supports instruction.
• Maintains an organized classroom to manage the classroom effectively and to provide a safe and secure learning environment for all students.
• Is a positive role model for all students.
• Maintains a positive disciplinary plan for all students.
• Develops a repertoire of teaching strategies to reach all learners.
• Participates in Corporation and Building based Professional Development.
• Communicates with parents in a clear, effective and timely manner. 
• Communicates and work collaboratively and professionally with colleagues.
• Keeps student, parent and family information confidential.
• Maintains accurate records regarding student information, test data, and ILP’s as required by the principal.
• Serves on committees as assigned by the building principal.
• Adheres to School Board policies, Corporation policies and procedures, and building guidelines.
• Performs other tasks and assume other responsibilities as assigned by the building principal and district administrators.

REQUIREMENTS:  Valid Indiana Teacher’s License in the appropriate subject area and/or grade level(s)

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Effective or highly effective teacher
• Exemplary verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient technology skills                  
• Ability to work independently and with colleagues
• Self-driven and motivated
• Organized
• High energy – committed to teaching in collaboration with others
• Can motivate students
• Strong problem solver
• Skilled at communicating with staff, students, and parents
• Can model thinking and problem-solving skills to students
• Believes all students can learn
• Understands the use of data in reaching and communicating goals
• Fosters positive, validating relationships within the school community

WORK CALENDAR:  School year - 184 days per year

SALARY:  Teaching Contract – 184 days

APPLICATION PROCESS:  In order to be considered, all applicants must have completed their on-line application at https://goshenschools.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

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Please attach the following to your application:

• Letter of interest
• Up-to-date resume
• Reference Letter(s)
• Current Indiana Professional Educator’s License

For questions regarding this position please contact:

Jan Baker

GJHS Prinicpal

1216 S. Indiana Ave.

Goshen, IN  46526

574-533-0391

jbaker@goshenschools.org

The Goshen Community School's Board of School Trustees is an equal opportunity employer. Selection of the applicant will be made without reference to race, color, creed, sex, age, handicap, or national origin.

THE CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIVING APPLICATIONS IS: Until Filled