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OVERVIEW

This is a part-time position, 5–20 hours per week (flexible).  The employee goes to preschool partners of Académie Lafayette to work with students in French. This involves reading, French vocabulary, music and play in French. Site visits last typically 1-2 hours.  Pay rate is $18 per hour, with mileage and expenses paid. We need someone who is motivated, organized, and dedicated. Native French speakers are preferred but we will meet with any qualified candidate who is fluent. Hired party will go through a background check.

OVERVIEW

Académie Lafayette is seeking an ELL (English Language Learner) Teacher who will be servicing students in grades K-12.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES (other duties may be assigned):

• Testing students with the W-APT and ACCESS tests in conjunction with WIDA
• Maintaining yearly certification for administering the appropriate WIDA assessments
• Delivering appropriate minutes of ELL instruction as determined by the individual ELL plan for the particular students (this includes push-in and pull-out services)
• Working with classroom teachers as it relates to ELL students and services
• Ensuring all paperwork is appropriately documented for reviews by UCM, our Charter Sponsor.
• Tracking ELL student’s progress as well as the progress of ELL students on monitor status
• Works as a professional – meeting all deadlines and participating in faculty meetings at the relevant schools.

GENERAL QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

• Bachelor’s degree
• Valid Missouri Teacher’s Certificate — or eligible to become certified — preferably in ELL.
• Mental/Physical/Environmental Demands:
• Needs to move about within the campus as necessary
• Occasional standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing
• Occasionally requires lifting up to 25 pounds
• Ability to organize and prioritize work schedules of others on short-term basis

STATUS OF POSITION

This is a full-time position with Académie Lafayette. This is an exempt position pursuant to the U.S. Department of Labor.

OVERVIEW

The Title I Paraprofessional will be fluent in French, highly capable in the instruction of K-5 Language Arts in French and possess exemplary record-keeping skills. He or she will provide Academic Support to Title I eligible students, either in the classroom or in small groups under the supervision of the Title I Coordinator, maintaining accurate records to ensure compliance. He or she will work closely with content-area teachers to track and facilitate student progress. The Title I Paraprofessional must be sensitive and adapt instructional strategies to accommodate our students’ diverse backgrounds and learning capabilities.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES (other duties may be assigned):

• Schedule and report student service times
• Assess students’ current learning level or ability in subject area
• Create and implement a subject learning plan based on student needs
• Provide instructional assistance to Title I students in the teacher’s classroom or Academic Support in small groups in the Title I classroom (according to student’s needs or teacher’s choice)
• Assist in classroom management when working with Title I students in the teacher’s classroom
• Observe, monitor and communicate student progress to teachers and the Title I Coordinator
• Maintain accurate records of student progress

GENERAL QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Education/Certification/Experience:

• Hold either an Associate’s Degree, OR
• Two years’ equivalent study at an accredited college or university, OR
• Meet a rigorous standard of quality and have passed the State assessment for paraprofessionals
• Prior experience in education (preferably working with high-need students)
• Knowledge of and ability to assist in reading and writing in English
• Knowledge of and ability to assist in K-8 math concepts and operations
• Sensitivity to and awareness of cultural, economic and cognitive differences.

Mental/Physical/Environmental Demands:

• Needs to move about within the campus as necessary
• Occasional standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing
• Occasionally requires lifting up to 25 pounds
• Ability to organize and prioritize work schedules of others on short-term basis

STATUS OF POSITION: This is a full-time position with Académie Lafayette. This position reports to the Title I Coordinator. This is an exempt position pursuant to the U.S. Department of Labor.

OVERVIEW

The Title I Paraprofessional will be fluent in English, highly capable in the instruction of K-5 Language Arts in English and possess exemplary record-keeping skills. He or she will provide Academic Support to Title I eligible students, either in the classroom or in small groups under the supervision of the Title I Coordinator, maintaining accurate records to ensure compliance. He or she will work closely with content-area teachers to track and facilitate student progress. The Title I Paraprofessional must be sensitive and adapt instructional strategies to accommodate our students’ diverse backgrounds and learning capabilities.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES (other duties may be assigned):

• Schedule and report student service times
• Assess students’ current learning level or ability in subject area
• Create and implement a subject learning plan based on student needs
• Provide instructional assistance to Title I students in the teacher’s classroom or Academic Support in small groups in the Title I classroom (according to student’s needs or teacher’s choice)
• Assist in classroom management when working with Title I students in the teacher’s classroom
• Observe, monitor and communicate student progress to teachers and the Title I Coordinator
• Maintain accurate records of student progress

GENERAL QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Education/Certification/Experience:

• Hold either an Associate’s Degree, OR
• Two years’ equivalent study at an accredited college or university, OR
• Meet a rigorous standard of quality and have passed the State assessment for paraprofessionals
• Prior experience in education (preferably working with high-need students)
• Knowledge of and ability to assist in reading and writing in English
• Knowledge of and ability to assist in K-8 math concepts and operations
• Sensitivity to and awareness of cultural, economic and cognitive differences.

Mental/Physical/Environmental Demands:

• Needs to move about within the campus as necessary
• Occasional standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing
• Occasionally requires lifting up to 25 pounds
• Ability to organize and prioritize work schedules of others on short-term basis

STATUS OF POSITION: This is a full-time position with Académie Lafayette. This position reports to the Title I Coordinator. This is an exempt position pursuant to the U.S. Department of Labor.

OVERVIEW

Implement the curriculum, coordinating with paraprofessionals, keeping accurate records, working cooperatively with each grade-level team and adapting materials to the French immersion theme.  Teachers are responsible for enforcing discipline in their classrooms and in the school.  Except for teachers of English language arts, art, music, and physical education, teachers will possess a fluency in French as if it were their first language or mother tongue and will demonstrate at least superior performance under the A.C.T.F.L. proficiency guidelines.  Instructors will be recruited from a variety of French-speaking countries to represent the broad reach of the French language around the world.

STATUS OF POSITION

This is a full time position with Académie Lafayette.  This is an exempt position pursuant to the U.S. Department of Labor.

REPORTING

The French Immersion Teacher reports to their campus/building principal.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implementing curriculum
• Maintaining accurate grades
• Documentation of report cards
• Keeping accurate attendance records

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Education
• Must participate in all mandatory training and yearly re-certifications, as required.
• Fluent in French 
• Proven experience as a teacher
• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills 
• The ability to manage multiple projects efficiently and to meet deadlines
• Creative and energetic
• Strong moral values and discipline
• Knowledge of CPR

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Provide copy of at least a four-year degree or the equivalent, appropriate and current certifications for the grades and subjects taught where applicable, strong desire to teach in a language immersion school and the ability to work with others.  All teachers must have a true liking for children, and a concern for their welfare and best interests.
• Possess valid certificate of license under Missouri law, provisional or professional, or proof of certification from the country of origin.
• Provide recent background check or be willing to have background information researched for appropriate background clearance

OVERVIEW 

To provide each student in the Special Education class or under the teacher’s case management responsibilities with a program that will enable the student to reach his/her fullest physical, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral potential.

STATUS OF POSITION 

This is a full time position with Académie Lafayette. This is an exempt position pursuant to the U.S. Department of Labor.

REPORTING

The Special Education Teacher reports to their campus/building principal.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Special Education Teacher will be responsible for preparing and implementing a Common Core Program for IDEA students in the classroom. Following the goals and objectives in the IEP for each student by maintaining communication with parents and teachers on the educational progress of students.

QUALIFICATIONS

● Degree in Special Education
● Hold or be eligible for Missouri Teaching Certificate in Cross-Categorical in SpEd or in an individual area
● Thorough knowledge of teaching best practices and legal educational guidelines for IDEA and 504 partnered with a willingness to follow the school’s policies and procedures
● Must participate in all mandatory training and yearly re-certifications, as required.
● Proven experience as a teacher
● Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
● The ability to manage multiple projects efficiently and to meet deadlines
● Creative and energetic
● Strong moral values and discipline
● Knowledge of CPR

OTHER

● Work with building process coordinator in delivery of services to IDEA students.
● Work with general education teachers in screening, evaluating, and providing inclusion under parameters of IEP.
● Develop accommodations/modifications to meet the unique needs of students in classroom, CWC, or inclusive setting.
● Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
● Prepare for assigned classes and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor.
● Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
● Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
● Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
● Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
● Supervise and maintain appropriate student behavior within the classroom and all other areas of the building.
● Strive to maintain and improve professional competence.
● Attend staff meetings and building and district activities designated by Board policies and contractual agreements.
● Perform other duties assigned by Director of Special Education.
● Develop annual IEP’s and three reevaluation reports for special education students.

OVERVIEW

This position is an on-call, as needed position. Substitutes will be replacing a teacher in his/her absence at various grade levels at either campus. French fluency required; native/near native proficiency.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement curriculum in accordance with teacher’s instructions.
• Keep accurate attendance for the day.
• Positive classroom management.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Provide DESE substitute certificate (must have at least 60 college credit hours), or valid certificate of license under Missouri law, provisional or professional, or proof of certification from the country of origin. (Please inquire for questions and assistance.)
• All teachers must have a true liking for children, and a concern for their welfare
  and best interests.
• Provide recent background check or be willing to have background information researched for appropriate background clearance.

OVERVIEW

This position is an on-call, as needed position. Substitutes will be replacing a teacher in his/her absence at various grade levels at either campus.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement curriculum in accordance with teacher’s instructions.
• Keep accurate attendance for the day.
• Positive classroom management.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Provide DESE substitute certificate (must have at least 60 college credit hours), or valid certificate of license under Missouri law, provisional or professional, or proof of certification from the country of origin. (Please inquire for questions and assistance.)
• All teachers must have a true liking for children, and a concern for their welfare
  and best interests.
• Provide recent background check or be willing to have background information researched for appropriate background clearance.

OVERVIEW

Académie Lafayette is seeking an ELL (English Language Learner) Teacher who will be servicing students in grades K-12.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES (other duties may be assigned):

• Testing students with the W-APT and ACCESS tests in conjunction with WIDA
• Maintaining yearly certification for administering the appropriate WIDA assessments
• Delivering appropriate minutes of ELL instruction as determined by the individual ELL plan for the particular students (this includes push-in and pull-out services)
• Working with classroom teachers as it relates to ELL students and services
• Ensuring all paperwork is appropriately documented for reviews by UCM, our Charter Sponsor.
• Tracking ELL student’s progress as well as the progress of ELL students on monitor status
• Works as a professional – meeting all deadlines and participating in faculty meetings at the relevant schools.

GENERAL QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

• Bachelor’s degree
• Valid Missouri Teacher’s Certificate — or eligible to become certified — preferably in ELL.
• Mental/Physical/Environmental Demands:
• Needs to move about within the campus as necessary
• Occasional standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing
• Occasionally requires lifting up to 25 pounds
• Ability to organize and prioritize work schedules of others on short-term basis

STATUS OF POSITION

This is a full-time position with Académie Lafayette. This is an exempt position pursuant to the U.S. Department of Labor.

OVERVIEW

Teach Spanish language arts, develop curriculum, plan lessons and attend grade level meetings. The curriculum covers grammar, literature, written and spoken expression. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Fluency in Spanish.
• Bachelor’s degree and a valid Missouri Teacher’s Certificate — or eligible to become certified — in grades 6–12 Spanish Education required.
• At least 3 years experience.
• Demonstrates strong classroom management skills.
• Passion for Spanish language and Hispanic cultures.
• Experience teaching in an International Baccalaureate program, Middle Years and/or Diploma (MYP/DP) preferred.
• Experience teaching upper level Advanced Placement Spanish courses preferred.

JOB GOALS

• Seeks to actively know students’ strengths and weaknesses and responds promptly and with care to parent concerns. Communicates effectively with parents, colleagues, and administrators. 
• Employs a variety of teaching methods to engage different learning styles and ability levels in the classroom.
• Prepares motivating and stimulating lessons that reflect knowledge of the curriculum, child development, and student abilities.
• Encourages an inclusive classroom that accepts the different perspectives and backgrounds of the students and elicits a greater understanding of the world around them with a global perspective.
• Utilizes a variety of assessments and uses data in the classroom to develop lessons and instructional activities as needed.

JOB TASKS

• Creates a learning environment that is motivating, setting clear expectations for classwork and homework while maintaining current books and instructional resources that support the classroom learning.
• Needs to move about inside the classroom or campus to monitor students as necessary.
• Maintains an accurate and organized system for monitoring student grades and records.
• Meets reporting deadlines and requirements and follows school-wide procedures for reporting grades.
• Prepares well-thought-out and thorough conference reports and written documentation on student progress.
• Maintains substitute plans and engages substitutes in advance when needed and when possible. 
• Continues to update knowledge of content area(s) taught.
• Engages in goal setting and review process with assigned administrator.
• Attends and participates appropriately in full, divisional, and departmental/team faculty meetings. 

OVERVIEW

This position is an on-call, as needed position. Substitutes will be replacing a teacher in his/her absence at various grade levels at either campus. French fluency required if applying for the French substitute position; native/near native proficiency.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement curriculum in accordance with teacher’s instructions.
• Keep accurate attendance for the day.
• Positive classroom management.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Provide DESE substitute certificate (must have at least 60 college credit hours), or valid certificate of license under Missouri law, provisional or professional, or proof of certification from the country of origin. (Please inquire for questions and assistance.)
• All teachers must have a true liking for children, and a concern for their welfare
  and best interests.
• Provide recent background check or be willing to have background information researched for appropriate background clearance.

OVERVIEW

Académie Lafayette is seeking an ELL (English Language Learner) Teacher who will be servicing students in grades K-12.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES (other duties may be assigned):

• Testing students with the W-APT and ACCESS tests in conjunction with WIDA
• Maintaining yearly certification for administering the appropriate WIDA assessments
• Delivering appropriate minutes of ELL instruction as determined by the individual ELL plan for the particular students (this includes push-in and pull-out services)
• Working with classroom teachers as it relates to ELL students and services
• Ensuring all paperwork is appropriately documented for reviews by UCM, our Charter Sponsor.
• Tracking ELL student’s progress as well as the progress of ELL students on monitor status
• Works as a professional – meeting all deadlines and participating in faculty meetings at the relevant schools.

GENERAL QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

• Bachelor’s degree
• Valid Missouri Teacher’s Certificate — or eligible to become certified — preferably in ELL.
• Mental/Physical/Environmental Demands:
• Needs to move about within the campus as necessary
• Occasional standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing
• Occasionally requires lifting up to 25 pounds
• Ability to organize and prioritize work schedules of others on short-term basis

STATUS OF POSITION

This is a full-time position with Académie Lafayette. This is an exempt position pursuant to the U.S. Department of Labor.

OVERVIEW

Teach Biology and Environmental Science courses, develop curriculum, plan lessons and attend professional development workshops and grade level meetings. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in area of certification and a valid Missouri Teacher’s Certificate — or eligible to become certified — in grades 9–12 Science required.
• At least 3 years teaching experience.
• Demonstrates strong classroom management skills.
• Passion for teaching science.
• Experience teaching in an International Baccalaureate program, Middle Years and/or Diploma (MYP/DP) preferred.
• Experience teaching upper level Advanced Placement Science courses preferred.

JOB GOALS

• Seeks to actively know students’ strengths and weaknesses and responds promptly and with care to parent concerns. Communicates effectively with parents, colleagues, and administrators. 
• Employs a variety of teaching methods to engage different learning styles and ability levels in the classroom.
• Prepares motivating and stimulating lessons that reflect knowledge of the curriculum, child development, and student abilities.
• Encourages an inclusive classroom that accepts the different perspectives and backgrounds of the students and elicits a greater understanding of the world around them with a global perspective.
• Utilizes a variety of assessments and uses data in the classroom to develop lessons and instructional activities as needed.

JOB TASKS

• Creates a learning environment that is motivating, setting clear expectations for classwork and homework while maintaining current books and instructional resources that support the classroom learning.
• Needs to move about inside the classroom or campus to monitor students as necessary.
• Maintains an accurate and organized system for monitoring student grades and records.
• Meets reporting deadlines and requirements and follows school-wide procedures for reporting grades.
• Prepares well-thought-out and thorough conference reports and written documentation on student progress.
• Maintains substitute plans and engages substitutes in advance when needed and when possible. 
• Continues to update knowledge of content area(s) taught.
• Engages in goal setting and review process with assigned administrator.
• Attends and participates appropriately in full, divisional, and departmental/team faculty meetings. 

OVERVIEW

Teach Engineering and Design Technology courses, develop curriculum, plan lessons, attend professional development workshops and grade level meetings. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in area of certification and a valid Missouri Teacher’s Certificate — or eligible to become certified — in grades 9–12 required.
• At least 3 years teaching experience.
• Demonstrates strong classroom management skills.
• Passion for teaching STEM related subjects.
• Experience teaching in an International Baccalaureate program, Middle Years and/or Diploma (MYP/DP) preferred.
• Experience teaching upper level Advanced Placement courses preferred.

JOB GOALS

• Seeks to actively know students’ strengths and weaknesses and responds promptly and with care to parent concerns. Communicates effectively with parents, colleagues, and administrators. 
• Employs a variety of teaching methods to engage different learning styles and ability levels in the classroom.
• Prepares motivating and stimulating lessons that reflect knowledge of the curriculum, child development, and student abilities.
• Encourages an inclusive classroom that accepts the different perspectives and backgrounds of the students and elicits a greater understanding of the world around them with a global perspective.
• Utilizes a variety of assessments and uses data in the classroom to develop lessons and instructional activities as needed.

JOB TASKS

• Creates a learning environment that is motivating, setting clear expectations for classwork and homework while maintaining current books and instructional resources that support the classroom learning.
• Needs to move about inside the classroom or campus to monitor students as necessary.
• Maintains an accurate and organized system for monitoring student grades and records.
• Meets reporting deadlines and requirements and follows school-wide procedures for reporting grades.
• Prepares well-thought-out and thorough conference reports and written documentation on student progress.
• Maintains substitute plans and engages substitutes in advance when needed and when possible. 
• Continues to update knowledge of content area(s) taught.
• Engages in goal setting and review process with assigned administrator.
• Attends and participates appropriately in full, divisional, and departmental/team faculty meetings. 

OVERVIEW

To provide each student in their class or under the teacher’s case management responsibilities with a program that will enable the student to reach his or her fullest physical, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral potential.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
(other duties may be assigned):

• Provide Common Core Program for IDEA students in the classroom.
• Follow goals and objectives as stated in the IEP for each student.
• Maintain communication with parents on the educational progress of students.
• Work with building process coordinator in delivery of services to IDEA students.
• Work with general education teachers in screening, evaluating, and providing inclusion under parameters of IEP.
• Develop accommodations/modifications to meet the unique needs of students in classroom, CWC, or inclusive setting.
• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Prepare for assigned classes and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Supervise and maintain appropriate student behavior within the classroom and all other areas of the building.
• Strive to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Attend staff meetings and building and district activities designated by Board policies and contractual agreements.
• Perform other duties assigned by Director of Special Education.
• Develop annual IEP’s and three reevaluation reports for special education students.

GENERAL QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

Education/Certification/Experience:

• Hold or be eligible for Missouri Teaching Certificate in Cross-categorical in SPED or in individual area.
• Degree in Special Education.

Mental/Physical/Environmental Demands:

• Needs to move about within the campus as necessary.
• Occasional standing, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing.
• Occasionally requires lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work schedules of others on short-term basis.

STATUS OF POSITION: This is a full-time position with Académie Lafayette. This is an exempt position pursuant to the U.S. Department of Labor.