MLL and Literacy Teacher

Description

• Teach five 55-minute classes (in the form of pull out or push in sessions).
• Collaborate in an Inclusive Co-Teaching (ICT) environment.
• Plan for and develop rigorous instruction and deliver it effectively to students on the MLL and/or below 3rd grade reading level caseload, including both push-in and pull-out instruction.
• Cultivate a strong classroom community with students and families
• Provided targeted intervention to students in small group or individualized settings.
• Support students in their integration into the classroom through push in session.
• Modify and develop instructional materials as needed, given knowledge of UD’s MLL and Literacy program resources.
• Plan and implement instruction that is inviting and exciting, student centered, involves independent and cooperative learning, scaffolds, and appeals to multiple styles of learning.
• Differentiate for individual students based on their unique learning and language needs so all students are appropriately engaged and challenged.
• Be familiar with students’ IEPs and IEP Goals.
• Attend IEP meetings for students on caseload and fill out any reports, as needed.
• Maintain a classroom environment that is organized and promotes student thinking, learning and independence
• Maintain organization systems and collect data regarding MLL and targeted Literacy students.
• Use a variety of data sources to track and discuss student progress, setting goals for continued growth.
• Assist with administering NYSITELL and NYSESLAT assessments and utilize the data to inform curriculum development and classroom instruction
• Communicate and collaborate with the Special Populations Manager and Instructional Manager regularly.
• Communicate and collaborate with Literacy and MLL Specialists, as needed.
• Manage student behavior using Restorative Practices and school-wide PBIS.
• Implement student behavior plans, where applicable.
• Observe behaviors within the classroom and develop culturally responsive classroom routines/structures and modify expectations to meet the behavioral needs of individual students
• Attend a 3-week summer orientation and professional development series.
• Fulfill broader school roles, including mentoring and committee involvement.
• TESOL certification and bilingual Spanish both preferred.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Education, TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), Literacy, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience, with a focus on literacy and/or English Language Learners (ELL).
• Experience in leadership roles within an educational setting, demonstrating successful team management and professional development of staff.
• Deep understanding of literacy development and strategies for English Language Learners and Multilingual Learners (MLL).
• Proficient in administering and interpreting assessments such as NYSESLAT and LAB-R, with a thorough understanding of ELL testing accommodations and protocols.
• Expertise in developing intervention plans for low-performing students, with a proven track record of enhancing student literacy outcomes.
• Knowledge of curriculum integration techniques that incorporate literacy skill-building strategies across various subjects.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills, capable of fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills, with the ability to maintain detailed and accurate information on MLL students’ progress and interventions.
• Effective communication and training abilities, with experience conducting professional development sessions for educators on literacy and language support strategies.
• Certification in Literacy and/or TESOL at the state or national level.
• Experience with digital literacy resources and technology integration in the classroom.
• Bilingual or multilingual abilities, particularly in languages commonly spoken by the student population.
• Familiarity with special education needs and how they intersect with literacy and language learning, ensuring a coordinated approach with the Special Education department.
• Knowledge of current educational research and best practices in literacy and language instruction for diverse learners.
• Experience in program development and management, with a demonstrated ability to spearhead initiatives that promote linguistic and literacy development.