Elementary English Language Learner Teacher (ELL) (Grades Prek-2)

***Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Nantucket Public Schools Job Description ESL Teaching position requires a BA or BS, MA certified. Strong early literacy background needed. OBJECTIVE: The ESL teacher provides specialized instruction in designated schools and teaches English as a Second Language to English Language Learners for the purposes of developing the students’ ability to develop academic English to thrive in core content subjects. RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides individualized English as a Second Language instruction to English Language Learners in accordance with the Massachusetts State Frameworks and WIDA standards Plans effective ESL units of study, delivering well planned lessons, daily Demonstrates effective techniques of classroom management, behavioral interventions and communication to engage students Demonstrates cultural proficiency and use of effective and culturally relevant instructional practices Collaborates and communicates with the ELL students’ SEI content teacher(s) to align instruction and develop curriculum Assists with the oversight and delivery of Massachusetts state test (ACCESS) and administers screening tests for initial identification of ELL students Prepares for and assists with organization of ELL student reclassification, English Learner Success Plans, ELD Progress Reports and other compliance record keeping Attends professional English Language Acquisition meetings as well as serves on building or district committees Attends RTI/MTSS meeting with colleague for cases involving EL Students Understands and complies with the upkeep of all records related to state policies, rules and regulations regarding English language Learners Performs other job-related duties as assigned Bilingual language proficiency preferred

Salary : $77,425 - $136,801