Description of Service Opportunity:

The teacher will teach English Learners in grade 2 in the MLE Summer Enrichment Program. The teacher will instruct students using the ESL and math summer curriculum. The teacher will plan and teach lessons using the SIOP model of instruction and the 2020 WIDA ELD Standards. In addition, the teacher will differentiate instruction for English learners using appropriate English language development pedagogy and sheltered instruction methodology.
Minimum Requirements:
- Teacher Certification in Elementary, ESL and/or ELL Education
- The teacher will be skilled in effective instructional strategies for teaching ELLs, English language learning, and Sheltered Immersion methodology. The candidate will be expected to collaborate with colleagues, demonstrate high expectations for English language learners, be effective in working with immigrant families and create a learning environment that fosters mutual respect and cultural sensitivity.
Education: Bachelors degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a concentration in elementary education and teaching ELL's
Experience: At least 2 years of experience teaching linguistically diverse students in an urban setting.
Languages: Proficiency in English and fluency in a language other than English is preferred but not required.

Length of Contract:
July 8, 2024 to August 2, 2024

Contract Amount:
$50.00 per hour, Not to exceed $6500.00

Cambridge Public Schools is committed to slowing and/or stopping the spread of COVID-19. Therefore, as a condition of employment with Cambridge Public Schools, all new hires will be required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 no later than their first day of work. Written requests for either a religious exemption from this requirement based on sincerely held religious beliefs, or for a medical exemption based upon clear documentation from a medical provider should be submitted to the attention of the Chief Talent Officer.