English Teacher(Primary School Level)

Position Type: Elementary Teacher / English Learners

Berger Elementary School

Reports To: Building Principal

Term: Renewing 188‑day contract beginning with the 2026‑27 school year. Following school calendar. (The English Learners (EL) teacher provides English proficiency skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking to beginner through intermediate English learners. The EL teacher facilitates learner success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementation of district-approved curriculum, documentation of teaching and learner progress, activities and outcomes; creates a flexible, safe, and optimal learning environment; The successful candidate will be expected to work as part of an interdisciplinary team to collaborate and promote learner academic and social/emotional development and growth.

Facilitates, inspires, and supports learner engagement, formative and authentic assessment, academic literacy, safe and compassionate learning environments, and technology integration through the coaching cycle framework to support learner learning.

Engages with other district staff in the professional learning community process.

Utilizes creative, critical thinking skills when faced with challenges.

Demonstrates knowledge of content and pedagogy; Demonstrates understanding of the diverse social, emotional and developmental learning needs of learners.

Maintains communication with supervisor and director regarding general feedback, career advancement opportunities, and areas of growth opportunities.

Utilizes district guaranteed and viable curriculum including the scope & sequence of academic and social emotional learning targets along with the defined proficiency scales.

Utilizes knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and learners.

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 learners.

Education and/or Experience

North Dakota Teaching License with appropriate accreditation to teach applicable grade level and content area.

Bachelor's Degree in elementary education or area of similar study.

Prior teaching experience is preferred.

Prior experience working in an elementary school setting preferred.

Language Skills

Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions and short correspondences in the English language.

The West Fargo Public School District is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from discrimination and harassment in all employment and educational programs, activities, and facilities. The District prohibits discrimination and harassment based on an individual's race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, or other protected status by law. External applicants are eligible for ND Veteran's Preference: North Dakota veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a form DD214, and if claiming disabled veteran's status, a current letter of disability. West Fargo Public Schools is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusivity in all hiring and employment practices. Applicants who incorporate a holistic perspective and a commitment to inclusion are encouraged to apply.

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