EL Teacher 0.16

Position: English Learner (EL) Teacher - 0.16 FTE Location:Milford High School Schedule:2026-2027 School Year Salary:Per Teachers’ Contract To Start: October 2026 Qualifications: ●Massachusetts certification as a teacher in ESL (5-12), required ●Working knowledge of the Massachusetts Core-Content Frameworks and WIDA 2020 ELD Standards ●Knowledge of second language learning and sheltering content, Massachusetts standards-based ESL Model Curriculum Units (MCUs), standard and alternative methods of assessment, and data-driven instruction ●WIDA ACCESS Test Administrator: Online ●Extensive coursework completion in teaching reading/literacy skills to students at the high school level ●Experience working with Students with Limited and/or Interrupted Formal Education (SLIFE) and English learner-students with disabilities (ELSWD) ●Training and experience in Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) ●Excellent computer/technology skills with the ability to utilize various computer software and app programs (student database: Aspen, Google Suite, Ellevation, TalkingPoints, Clever, WIDA, LAS Links, etc.) ●Committed to the vision of high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, the achievement of academic and linguistic proficiency for all students, and the closing of the achievement gap ●A self-reflective, active learner capable of interactive dialogue with all members of the school community ●A positive person, willing to become involved in the academic and social aspects of school life Duties & Responsibilities: ●Teach English Language Development (ELD) to English Learners (ELs) in a self-contained ESL classroom ●Teach explicit ELD to students at varying English Proficiency levels, aligned to WIDA Can Dos and WIDA Language Charts ●Develop and refine in-district ESL content-integrated curriculum maps, aligned to MA Frameworks and WIDA 2020 Standards. ●Screening and assessment of all ELs, including WIDA ACCESS and in-district progress monitoring assessments ●Develop, implement, and consistently monitor language goals and objectives for students per the English learner frameworks, and keep parents informed about student language development progress ●Communicate regularly with families of ELs via email, face-to-face meetings, and communication apps (i.e. TalkingPoints, etc.), and participate in school-based parent engagement events ●Attend the IEP Team meetings and work with the Special Education Team Chair to discuss ELSWD culturally and linguistically relevant IEP development, accommodations, and modifications, aligned to EL’s language proficiency level and disability. ●Provide a positive, structured learning environment ●Ability to actively collaborate with other members of the department and team ●Proficiency and ability to utilize video conferencing software as a part of instruction