Secondary English Language Teacher/Coordinator

Position: Secondary English Language Teacher/Coordinator

Purpose:

The district EL Teacher/Coordinator is responsible for providing effective English language instruction while ensuring access to grade-level academic content to support the academic success of secondary-identified multilingual students. The role includes both direct instruction and program coordination, guaranteeing compliance with state and federal requirements. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of language acquisition and will support students at both secondary buildings. The role involves collaborating with colleagues, administrators, students, and families to create a supportive learning environment that meets the diverse needs of all learners. 

Qualifications:

• Valid State of Michigan teaching certificate
• ESL or TESOL endorsement for 6-12 or K-12 education
• Knowledge of language acquisition theories and best practices for English language development. 
• Strong understanding of cultural diversity and the ability to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment for students from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, students, and families.
• Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction and develop instructional materials that meet the needs of diverse learners.

Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Director of Teaching and Learning, the EL Teacher/Coordinator has the following responsibilities:

• Collaborate with general education teachers and school staff to plan and co-teach lessons integrating language and content instruction.
• Provide direct English language instruction aligned with WIDA and state standards.
• Provide differentiated instruction and support to meet the needs of multilingual learners, and support inclusion of students with varying levels of English proficiency and educational backgrounds.
• Support translation/interpretation services.
• Oversee identification, placement, and exit procedures for ELL students, as well as lesson planning and scheduling of support staff with the department.
• Assess students’ language proficiency and academic progress using various formal and informal assessment tools, and use data to inform instruction and intervention strategies.
• Administer and interpret English proficiency assessments such as WIDA ACCESS.
• Ensure compliance with Michigan Department of Education requirements and Federal Title III regulations.
• Maintain open communication with families regarding student progress and needs, and support family engagement.

• Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices and district initiatives.

• Attend staff meetings and collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional strategies.