Elementary - Multilingual Learner Teacher

Job Posting Additional Information 2018-19 Rev 5/8/18 tg RENTON SCHOOL DISTRICT Each student graduating with options and fully prepared to participate in our democracy Our Core Values: We serve our students, staff, families and communities We strive for excellence in all that we do We remove barriers and pursue outcomes that enable all students to realize their potential and maximize their future opportunities The Renton School District Renton School District administrators, teachers, and staff focus our energy, resources, ideas, and goals on academic achievement, student success, and the limitless promise of our children. Creating life-long learners is at the heart of the district's instructional goals. Students are encouraged to strive for excellence through a variety of programs that focus on growing their academic skills, problem solving, creative and critical thinking, and social and emotional growth. The Renton School District provides a safe and challenging learning environment for a diverse population of approximately 15,800 students in Pre-K through 12th grade in 3 comprehensive high schools, 4 comprehensive middle schools, 15 elementary schools, an alternative secondary school, and an early childhood center. District programs address the special needs of learning-disabled, academically gifted, and artistically talented students. The Renton School District serves a diverse population; our racial/ethnic data reflects the diverse, vibrant community we serve: African American 15%, American Indian 1%, Asian 25%, White 27%, Latino 23%, Pacific Islander 1% and Multi-Racial 8%. Approximately 2,861 students are bilingual, coming from homes where English is not the first language. Over 90 languages are spoken by our students and families. If you have questions about the online application process, please contact Human Resources at 425.204.2350 or via email at Human.Resources@rentonschools.us. Human Resources Renton School District #403 300 Southwest 7th Street Renton, Washington 98057 Equal Opportunity Employer The Renton School District does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, domicile, marital status or political activity, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Title IX Coordinator, Laurie Taylor, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, 425.204.2370, laurie.taylor@rentonschools.us. Section 504/ADA Coordinator and Compliance Coordinator, Shannon Harvey, Assistant Superintendent for Learning and Teaching, 425.204.2318, shannon.harvey@rentonschools.us. The ADA Compliance Officer is responsible for providing information about the existence and location of accessible services, activities, and facilities at Renton Public Schools, responds to accessibility requests, and addresses accessibility complaints from students and/or their families. The Renton School District will take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all education programs, services and activities. For information regarding translation services for vital communications or transitional bilingual education programs, contact Linda Hoste, Director of Categorical Programs, at 425.204.2410 or linda.hoste@rentonschools.us. See also, Renton School District Policies and Procedures No. 3207, 3210, 5003, 5005 and 5006 for complaint procedures.