ELL Teacher

Job Description

Aspire's ELL teacher will follow WIDA ELD standards, work collaboratively across content, and celebrate the beauty of multilingualism

Responsibilities:

Instruction: Design and deliver English language instruction tailored to the proficiency level and learning needs of students.

Assessment: Assess students' English language proficiency using standardized tests, informal assessments, and observations to track progress.

Differentiation: Differentiate instruction to accommodate various learning styles, language backgrounds, and proficiency levels within the classroom.

Curriculum Development: Develop or adapt curriculum materials, lesson plans, and resources to meet the linguistic and academic needs of ELL students.

Cultural Sensitivity: Foster a culturally responsive learning environment that respects and values students' diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Collaboration: Collaborate with classroom teachers, administrators, and other stakeholders to support ELL students' academic and social-emotional growth.

Parent Communication: Communicate regularly with parents or guardians to provide updates on students' progress, solicit feedback, and offer support for language development at home.

Professional Development: Stay current with best practices in ELL instruction, language acquisition theory, and culturally relevant pedagogy through professional development activities.

Data Analysis: Use student data to inform instructional decisions, identify areas for growth, and develop targeted interventions as needed.

Advocacy: Advocate for the needs of ELL students within the school community and beyond, including advocating for appropriate resources and support services.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education, TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), Linguistics, or a related field.

Certification: Valid teaching certification/license, preferably with endorsements or specialization in ESL or ELL education.

Experience: Experience working with ELL students in a classroom setting, either through student teaching, tutoring, or previous teaching positions.

Language Proficiency: Proficiency in a second language may be beneficial, depending on the demographics of the student population.

Cultural Competency: Understanding of and sensitivity to cultural differences, including the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with students, families, and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.

Pedagogical Skills: Strong understanding of language acquisition theory, effective instructional strategies for ELLs, and assessment techniques.

Technology Skills: Proficiency in using technology and digital tools to enhance instruction and support language learning.

Communication Skills: Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and effectively to students, parents, and colleagues.

Flexibility: Willingness to adapt teaching methods and strategies based on students' needs, feedback, and changing circumstances.

Passion: Dedication to supporting the academic success and socio-emotional well-being of ELL students, along with a passion for promoting language diversity and multicultural understanding.

Institution Description

Aspire Academy Leadership believe that the current post-industrial model of school is largely irrelevant. The paradigm of school needs to shift and requires a more individualized approach to learning, one that makes education more relevant for all students in terms of who they are (cultural relevance), how they learn (instructional relevance) and what they want to do (career relevance). Aspire Academy is built on five related Design Principles:

Deep, Individualized Learning
Commitment to Student Agency
Authentic Experiences & Assessment
Tech “Enabled”
Serving All (Equity)

Application Instructions/Comments

To apply, please send materials to: dzacharda@aspireacademyschools.org