Bilingual Teachers Clause Samples
The 'Bilingual Teachers' clause establishes requirements or provisions regarding the employment or assignment of teachers who are proficient in two languages. Typically, this clause outlines the qualifications necessary for teachers to be considered bilingual, such as fluency in both the primary language of instruction and a secondary language relevant to the student population. It may also specify the roles these teachers will fill, such as supporting students with limited proficiency in the primary language or teaching specific bilingual classes. The core function of this clause is to ensure that students who speak different languages receive appropriate educational support, thereby promoting inclusivity and effective learning in diverse classrooms.
Bilingual Teachers. Assignment
Bilingual Teachers. Years taught in the bilingual program shall count as teaching experience in the corresponding Regular Education program area, provided that such teacher is state-certified and is proficient in the English language.
Bilingual Teachers. Bilingual teachers who develop and/or translate curriculum in a language other than English will be compensated for their additional time at their per diem rate. This work must be pre-approved by the principal and/or the Bilingual Program Coordinator.
Bilingual Teachers. 26.3.1. An ELL teacher who provides daily push-in support, shall be considered a co- teacher.
26.3.2. ELL teachers will have flexibility to meet their responsibilities during the first thirty (30) instructional days of school in order to complete the WIDA kindergarten screener and Access testing.
26.3.3. ELL teachers may use their self-directed prep time in order to translate general education classroom materials and posters.
26.3.4. To the extent feasible and appropriate, ELL teachers shall receive classroom and instructional materials comparable to general education teachers. Additionally, upon request and resources are available, bilingual teachers shall be provided with translated copies of class books and materials sufficient to meet the needs of the students on their caseload.
26.3.5. ELL teachers shall participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings, IEP meetings, and any other meetings pertaining to ELL.
26.3.6. ELL teachers shall receive release time for professional development specific to serving ELL students and families during the school day and year.
26.3.7. ELL shall receive professional development time each semester to meet with general education teachers in order to communicate the language needs and progress of ELL students. To the greatest extent possible, this meeting time shall take place within 3 weeks of report card conference.