Bargaining Unit: AEA
Work Year: 185 days, 12 contract payments
FTE: Full time, 1.0 FTE
Salary: B00/00 to B72/08 ($61,454 to $88,919), DOE

This announcement is for recruitment of Elementary Chinese Language Immersion Teachers at Scenic Park Elementary School.

Job Summary
An Elementary Chinese Language Immersion Teacher teaches elementary school subjects in Chinese and Chinese language to elementary students. Subjects taught are 2nd and 3th grade Science, Social Studies, and Chinese Literary, which is Chinese Language instruction including listening, speaking, reading, writing, and handwriting. Though, specific grade assignments are subject to change, based on the needs of the school district. Elementary teachers create a flexible elementary grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; establish effective rapport with students; motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary school education, in accordance with each student's ability; and establish good relationships with parents and other staff members. They can describe their philosophy of education and demonstrate its relationship to their practice; and understand how students learn and develop, and apply that knowledge to their practice. This position requires a valid Alaska educator certificate. The number of workdays is based upon the AEA negotiated pay scale. Information on the pay scale can be found online on our Labor Relations Department website. This position's grade level, content area taught, and work site may change dependent upon student enrollment and district staffing needs. Positions that are 0.50 FTE to 1.0 FTE are associated with the Alaska Teachers' Retirement System (TRS), positions that are 0.40 to 0.49 FTE are associated with the Alaska Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Positions that are 0.39 FTE or less are not eligible for state retirement benefits.

Job Requirements The following are required:

1. State of Alaska Teacher Certificate: requires evidence that the applicant has complied with Alaska Statute 14.20.010 and may be employed as a certified teacher.

2. Evidence of content knowledge shown by:

a. a posted degree in the content area of this position; or

b. a posted minor in the content area of this position; or

c. passing scores in the content area on a teacher competency examination accepted by the State of Alaska Department of Education & Early Development; or

d. an endorsement in the content area of this position; or

e. a waiver request for the basic competency and content area exam requirements which has been submitted to the Alaska Department of Education & Early Development in support of an Emergency Teacher Certificate; or

f. World Language competency in Chinese as shown by meeting the requirements of Alaska Statute 14.20.023 for a limited language immersion teacher certificate.

3. Native oral and written foreign language speaking ability in the language of this position.

4. Requires bachelor's degree or higher from a regionally or nationally accredited university or equivalent established through a foreign transcript analysis. If the field of study is not Education, then (1) enrollment in a state-approved teacher preparation program is required; or (2) the applicant must meet the requirements of Alaska Statute 14.20.023 for a limited language immersion teacher certificate.

Essential Job Functions
The responsibilities listed below are representative of the essential functions of this position. The successful candidate can describe their philosophy of education and demonstrate its relationship to their practice; understands how students learn and develop and applies that knowledge in their practice. Elementary teachers perform the following essential job functions:

1. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.

2. Organizes class time to provide a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, work time and assessment.

3. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and--in harmony with the goals--establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and the like to communicate these objectives to students.

4. Teaches students with respect for their individual and cultural characteristics.

5. Knows the teacher's content area and how to teach it.

6. Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of pupils.

7. Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.

8. Has the ability to use current technology to enhance instruction.

9. Has the ability to use technology for record-keeping and research.

10. Applies knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program.

11. Facilitates, monitors, and assesses student learning.

12. Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.

13. Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans.

14. Creates and maintains a learning environment in which all students are actively engaged and contributing members.

15. Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the student.

16. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.

17. Creates an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers, and exhibits of student's work.

18. Supervises student environment, students, and volunteers.

19. Works as a partner with parents, families, and the community.

20. Communicates regularly with parents by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.

21. Participates in and contributes to the teaching profession.

Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment. The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability. Work Environment Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings. While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Additional Job Information This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).

The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.

About

The Anchorage School District is one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the country. We educate nearly 43,000 students in over 130 schools and programs. Minority students comprise more than 50 percent of the student population, and our students speak 110 different languages. We are committed to fostering and celebrating diversity and preparing our students to be global citizens. We support employees through comprehensive professional development, award winning mentoring programs, and competitive salary and benefits. Anchorage is the best of both worlds, offering pristine wilderness alongside the amenities of a large city.

Land Acknowledgment:

We acknowledge that we gather here today on the traditional lands of the Dena'ina People of Upper Cook Inlet. For thousands of years, the Dena'ina People have been and continue to be the stewards of this land. ASD is committed to diversity and inclusion, and it is with honor and respect that we recognize all Indigenous people who live and learn in our community.

Our Mission:

In order to meet its mission, Educating All Students for Success in Life, Anchorage School District (ASD) is committed to strategic initiatives and goals. Goals are SMART as they are Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Timely.

Learn about our Goals and Guardrails

Our Vision: Building the ideal student experience

Student learning, achievement, and lifelong success are the focus of ASD. Within the District, families have many academic choices to meet a variety of student needs. Equitable access and opportunity are keys to building a successful learning path for each student. ASD celebrates our differences and is committed to inclusion of all our community's languages, cultures, and perspectives.

Education plays a vital role in preparing students to become engaged, productive members of our culturally rich community. Our community envisions students empowered by real world experiences with access to educational opportunities within and beyond the walls of school buildings. ASD is boldly committed to transforming how we prepare students for life, college and careers within Alaska and across the globe.

District Profile