Experience working with second language learners and second language acquisition
Valid California clear or preliminary single subject teaching credential required
English Learner Authorization (ELA1 or similar) required
Responsibilities
Identify and instruct English learners and Standard English learners using diverse teaching methods
Manage a caseload of 50-75 targeted students, providing weekly interventions and assessing progress
Prepare course outlines based on curriculum guidelines and administer ELPAC tests
Provide additional support to Long Term English Learners in AR and SGI classes
Facilitate professional learning communities to assist AR teachers with pedagogical strategies for English learners
Conduct initial ELPAC assessments within 30 days of enrollment to create individualized learning plans
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, holiday and sick time, medical, vision, and dental coverage
Opportunities to chaperone students on experiential trips to locations such as Italy, China, and DC
Regular social functions that foster camaraderie and team bonding
Recognition of staff talent and dedication at company-wide awards functions
Full Job Description
Our ideal candidate will:
Identify and Instruct English Learners and Standard English learners with English Language Development support in the areas of reading, writing, speaking, and listening, using various teaching methods, audiovisual aids, and other materials.
Manage a caseload of targeted students (approximately 50-75) and provide weekly interventions and instructions, as well as assess and report back to the regional leadership team the academic progress of each student on the caseload, track EL enrollment and student progress monthly and create action plans based on needs at their center and develop an individualized academic plan for each EL student in their center.
Prepare an outline for the course of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of state and school, and administer ELPAC tests to evaluate pupil progress and record results.
Provides pull-out and additional support to Long Term English Learners (LTELs) in AR and SGI classes for English language development.
Facilitate professional learning communities to support the work of AR teachers by providing them with theoretically grounded pedagogy and interventions for English Language Learners.
Do initial ELPAC assessment within 30 days of enrollment to make Individualized Learning Plans for English Learners that move them effectively and efficiently to proficiency in English, maintain current ELPAC testing results, and monitor progress thereof.
You'll need the following minimum requirements:
Experience working with second language learners and in second language acquisition
Valid California clear or preliminary single subject teaching credential required
English Learner Authorization (ELA1 or similar) required
Salary Range:
$73,000 - $105,000 - Depending on Experience
Company Benefits and Perks:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to full-time staff that includes paid time off, holiday and sick time, medical, vision, and dental coverage, incentives, and an employer-matched retirement plan.
Staff opportunities to chaperone students on experiential learning trips to amazing places like Italy, China, Cuba, and in-country trips to DC, a ranch in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, and a farm in Northern California.
We regularly hold social functions to foster a genuine camaraderie that enhances teamwork. At our company-wide award functions, we recognize the talent and dedication of the people who make OFY and our students successful.
