English Language Teacher: Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice

Title: English Language Teacher: Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice

State Role Title: Trainer & Instructor II - 29112

Hiring Range: $72,500 - $76,125

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice

Location: Bon Air JCC

Agency Website: www.djj.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The English Language (EL) teacher is responsible for supporting the district’s EL program initiatives by providing instruction and case management to EL students. This person will: create lessons; collaboratively plan, coach, and provide feedback to general education teachers; conduct professional development; administer State and local assessments to measure student academic progress, achievement, and growth; and collaborate with administrators, as well as provide guidance and expertise in the best practices for successful language acquisition, specifically in the four language domain areas of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. The EL teacher complies with standards defined under the Commonwealth’s statutes and program requirements.

The EL Teacher reports directly to the Principal.

As a condition of employment, selected candidate must successfully complete the VA Department of Juvenile Justice's Basic Skills and Handle with Care training located in Hanover, Virginia.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher. Possess a current Teaching License issued by the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) or able to obtain a Virginia Teaching License with an endorsed in English as a Second Language PreK-12. Knowledge of content, curriculum, methods, materials, and equipment to successfully perform the work. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a patient and resilient personality. Knowledgeable about meets important timelines imposed by regulation. Competent in the most current version of WIDA’s Access for ELLs assessment, how to interpret scores, develop lessons, and guide programming. Skills in developing, implementing, and monitoring EL plans. • An understanding of entrance, exit, monitoring status and required State reporting categories. Ability to supervise students, facilitate appropriate classroom management, and maintain accurate records. Ability to effectively collaborate with students, parents, teachers, staff, and other stakeholders to improve outcomes for EL students.

Additional Considerations

Experience teaching English Language (EL) students in a secondary education setting. Experience teaching at-risk youth. Knowledge of DJJ and DHRM policies and procedures and the ability to meet DHRM established physical demands. Regular and predicable attendance is expected.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Application Process:
Individuals desiring to be considered for this position must submit a completed employment application or you may attach a resume before the position’s closing date. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Applications sent through postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered.

Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities.
You will be provided an email confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application. Status updates will not be provided via telephone or email.

Background & Pre-employment Screenings:
Selected applicants are subject to a background investigation and pre-employment drug screen. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (if required and relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position. At least two references' names and contact information will be required from all finalists who advance in the selection process.

Pre-employment medical screenings are required for some DJJ positions.

Driver License: A valid driver’s license is required of DJJ employees to operate a state-owned or leased vehicle.

Supplemental Questions:
You may be required to respond to posit