Anticipated Middle School ESL TeacherDESCRIPTION:Middle School ESL (English as a Second Language) teachers are responsible for utilizing research-based second language acquisition strategies to teach English Learners (ELs) in grades 6-8 in grade-level classrooms in both co-teaching and standalone model. Level 1 and 2 EL students receive a standalone ESL class, and level 3 and 4 EL students receive co-taught ELA with embedded ESL. ESL teachers will work their grade level teams to support EL participation and academic achievement by setting common goals and co-planning instruction in order to provide access to rigorous, grade-level content for English Learners that engages students in critical thinking and creativity. Teachers should be well versed in cultural responsiveness and strategies to differentiate for a diverse population of ELs including SLIFE and ELs with Disabilities.
REQUIREMENTS: - Bachelor's Degree in Education and/or Liberal Arts
- Massachusetts Teaching Licensure in ESL
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: - Master's Degree in Education, ESL, TESOL, Applied Linguistics, Literacy or Reading Intervention
- 3 or more years of elementary school teaching experience
- Massachusetts Teaching Licensure in ESL Instruction
- Dual Licensure in Special Education and/or Content Area
- Experience working in an urban public schools setting
- Coursework in Phonics Instruction, Early Literacy, and/or Applied Linguistics
- Foreign Language Proficiency
DUTIES - Plan and facilitate ESL lessons for English Learners that are aligned with State Standards English Language Arts and Writing.
- Collaborate and co-plan with grade level co-teachers including classroom teachers and Special Education inclusion teachers to provide the highest quality instruction and support for English Learners.
- Proctor MCAS and ACCESS assessments for English Learners.
- Assist in EL paperwork management and compliance measures set forth by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
- Use all available technology and virtual curricula provided by the district to create engaging lessons and supports that are linked with 21st Century skills and remote accessibility.
- Use the WIDA ELD frameworks and other WIDA tools to plan lessons and anticipate the language demands of a lesson.
- Utilize available student learning data to make instructional decisions and foci including but not limited to MCAS, ACCESS, and i-Ready.
- Manage classroom behavior with Positive Behavior Intervention Strategies that motivate students and limit disruptions.
- Incorporate Social Emotional Learning standards and curriculum that promote self-confidence, team-building and informed decision making.
- Utilize inclusive practices and SEI strategies for English Learners.
- Incorporate language activities into content instruction including Speaking, Reading and Writing that align with State Standards for Language Proficiency.
- Communicate with student families on a regular basis using culturally responsive strategies that promote two-way conversations.
- Employ a strong growth mindset and participate in professional development that is relevant to the challenges of urban education in order to close opportunity gaps.
- Collaborate with guidance counselors to refer students who are in need of Social Emotional support.
- Collaborate with Special Education leadership and teacher colleagues to review IEPs and ensure all accommodations are properly and consistently delivered.
- Contribute to school-wide initiatives and events which may be assigned by the Principal and Assistant Principal.
SALARY:Salary for this position will be based on the Everett Teachers Association Collective Bargaining Agreement. -SY 26-27 Pay Range - $65,178-$125,654.
