Dual Language Program Sample Clauses
The Dual Language Program clause establishes the framework for providing instruction in two languages within an educational setting. Typically, this clause outlines which languages will be used, the proportion of instruction in each language, and the eligibility criteria for student participation. Its core function is to ensure that students receive a bilingual education, promoting language proficiency and cultural understanding while meeting educational standards.
Dual Language Program. 23 A. For schools offering Dual Language models, school leadership will ensure that 24 responsibilities related to the school-wide implementation of the program shall 25 not be the responsibility of the classroom teacher.
26 B. A stipend of $1000 will be paid to Dual Language program teachers (English and 27 partner language) to cover extra duties specifically related to the program, 28 including:
29 i. Report cards 31 1. Collaboration on items crossing both classrooms. 32
Dual Language Program. 14 32.7.1 The Shoreline School District Dual Language Program serves native speakers
Dual Language Program. 32.7.1 The Shoreline School District Dual Language Program serves native speakers of Spanish and English, with program goals of bilingualism and biliteracy, high academic achievement and cross-cultural understanding. At the elementary level, staffing for the program shall be allocated separately from the staffing allocation at the school which houses the program, and based on the student enrollment in the program. At the secondary level, staffing for the program shall be allocated to dual language classes using the same staffing ratio as is used across the building. Teachers in Shoreline’s Dual Language program shall design, deliver and assess instruction in both Spanish and English, and shall assist the Dual Language Program Instructional Support Coordinator in the design of curriculum.
32.7.2 Each dual language classroom teacher shall be contracted for one additional eight-hour day per month, compensated at the Certificated Hourly Rate, or one release day per month, at the educator’s choice, to adapt curriculum as necessary to support their instruction.
32.7.3 The parties recognize that in order to adequately sustain teachers, students and families in the Dual Language Program, additional supports are necessary. Family involvement and the ability to communicate with families in their primary language is an essential component of the program, as is the ability to adapt and align curriculum in an ongoing manner. Accordingly, when the District offers a Dual Language Program, students and teachers in the K-12 Dual Language Program shall be supported through the assignment of a 1.0 FTE Dual Language Program Instructional Support Coordinator.
32.7.3.1 Beginning in the 2025-26 school year, the Dual Language Program Instructional Support Coordinator shall be contracted for ten (10) additional 8-hour days beyond the employee’s contract year, compensated on a per diem basis on a supplemental contract. Prior to the 2025-26 school year, they shall have the ability to flex up to ten (10) days, to offset up to ten (10) days of summer or evening work. The flexed days shall be scheduled by mutual agreement with their supervising administrator.
32.7.3.2 The Dual Language Program Instructional Support Coordinator shall be provided $500.00 training funds, annually, to be used for professional development.
Dual Language Program. Each Dual Language Program teacher will receive three (3) additional days at the per diem rate for program coordination and curriculum alignment. Each Dual Language program coordinator will receive an additional three days to provide program support.
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