EL Teacher

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Michigan.

📋 Description

• Oversee instructional programs for ELL students virtually through telephone and Internet utilizing curriculum resources.

• Engage in regular consultations with students, learning coaches, and teachers to foster ELL student achievement.

• Manage language proficiency screenings and testing as required by Michigan regulations.

• Ensure adherence to state deadlines for Beginning of Year, Middle of Year, and End of Year responsibilities.

• Participate in local and state-sponsored professional development training focused on ELL compliance and instruction.

• Collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance student learning experiences.

• Evaluate curriculum and create alternative strategies to improve student comprehension.

• Maintain consistent communication with parents and students to create and revise ELL Program Plans and schedules.

• Review assessments, provide constructive feedback on student assignments, recommend instructional strategies, oversee projects, and coach special initiatives.

• Conduct timely ELL-focused conferences.

• Gain proficiency in supplemental programs designed for English Language Learners and analyze program data.

• Acquire a foundational understanding of the GLLA curriculum.

• Design and implement professional learning opportunities for staff in ELL.

• Undertake additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be qualified and certified to teach the relevant subject in Michigan.

• Preference for candidates residing in Michigan.

• Strong technical skills, particularly with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.

• Exceptional oral and written communication abilities.

• Highly organized with a strong sense of punctuality.

• Focused on students and families.

• High level of adaptability.

• Proven capability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

• Demonstrated history of being a team player.

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with students, parents, staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds.

• Required travel and attendance at in-person events, including State Testing, throughout the academic year, which may necessitate overnight stays.

• Willingness to work occasional evening hours to accommodate family support needs.

🏝️ Benefits

• Access to professional development training concerning ELL compliance and instruction.

• Requirement to travel and attend in-person events, including State Testing.

• Option to work from a home office.

• Flexibility for occasional evening hours to assist families as needed.