NYS Certified ENL Teacher

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English Language Learner ENL Teacher MUST BE NYS CERTIFIED English as a New Language (ENL) Teacher Salary $68,000 - $90,

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$68,000 - $90,000

Responsibilities

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The ENL/ELL Teacher will support the Leadership Team by providing instructional support to ensure that all students reach their full academic potential. In addition, the ENL Teacher will collaborate with the ELL Specialist and classroom teachers to share best practices and model effective instructional strategies across all content areas.

Instructional Responsibilities

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Actively monitor and support the progress of English Language Learners (ELLs), collaborating with staff to make instructional decisions based on achievement data.
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Serve as an expert in research-based trends, scaffolds, and best practices for ELL instruction and differentiation.
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Design, modify, and implement ENL curriculum and content-area supports that reflect the NYS Learning Standards and the Bilingual Common Core Progressions.
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Lead the design and facilitation of targeted support sessions, small group instruction, and project-based learning experiences.
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Foster a classroom environment that promotes engagement, literacy, and cross-cultural understanding through diverse texts and genres.

Collaboration and Leadership

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Collaborate with teachers across departments to integrate ENL supports and co-plan instruction that meets the needs of multilingual learners.
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Participate in professional learning communities, school committees, and curriculum development initiatives.
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Provide peer coaching, classroom observations, and feedback to colleagues to strengthen instructional practices.
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Assist with the coordination and implementation of school-wide academic and cultural initiatives.

Family and Community Engagement

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Communicate regularly with families of ELL students to provide updates on progress, celebrate growth, and strengthen home–school partnerships.
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Collaborate with translators or bilingual staff to ensure accessibility and inclusion for multilingual families.
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Participate in family engagement events and workshops to promote literacy, language development, and academic success.

Technology and Data

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Utilize digital tools such as Canvas, PowerSchool, and Google Workspace to plan lessons, track student progress, and communicate effectively.
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Employ data systems to document student growth, monitor compliance, and inform instruction.
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Integrate technology creatively into lessons to enhance language learning and student collaboration.

Professional Disposition

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Demonstrate self-motivation, strong organizational skills, and a proactive approach to lesson planning and student support.
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Maintain a growth mindset and a commitment to continuous learning and reflection.
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Exhibit a deep appreciation for literature across multiple genres, leveraging reading and storytelling as tools for language and identity development.
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Uphold restorative practices and positive classroom culture aligned with school-wide expectations.

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Teach 5 course periods per day.
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Attend department and planning meetings.
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Uphold the tenets of the student covenant.
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Set and maintain high academic standards for all students.
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Collaborate with fellow teachers to provide rigorous, standards-based instruction.
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Utilize student performance data from assessments to inform instructional decisions.

Williamsburg Charter High School (WCHS) first opened its doors in August 2004 as the first Chancellor-authorized charter high school in New York City. Now in its twenty-first year. Our mission is to bring together students, families, educators, and the community to equip young people with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in the world. Through a rigorous liberal arts education—including language, literature, writing, science, history, mathematics, the arts, technology, and career and technical education (CTE)—our students develop critical thinking, communication, and research skills. WCHS fosters a culture of fairness, justice, respect, and compassion, challenging each student to reach their full potential.

What We Offer

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At WCHS, we value and support our educators. We offer:

✓Instructional Support: Dedicated instructional coach provide individualized, non-evaluative classroom observations and one-on-one coaching.

✓Professional Growth: Ongoing professional development and financial incentives for earning new degrees during employment.

✓Collaborative Team Environment: Grade-level support teams—including Social-Emotional Academy Leaders, Intervention & Family Support Counselors, Academic Guidance Counselors, and Student Life Associates—work closely with teachers to support student success.

✓A Mission-Driven Approach: We seek passionate educators who are committed to fostering a student-centered learning environment.

WCHS tailors its programs to meet students where they are, including English Language Learners and students with special education needs. We offer:

College & Career Readiness: Strong faculty relationships, CTE opportunities, and after-school and Saturday academic support.
Social & Emotional Support: Holistic support systems that address students’ non-academic needs.
Open Enrollment: Students are admitted through a random lottery—no minimum requirements, tests, or auditions are needed.
Tuition-Free Education: As a public charter school, WCHS offers a high-quality education at no cost to families.

Requirements

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Bachelor’s degree
At least two years of experience teaching in an urban high school setting

New York State certification

Experience working with English language learners and strong content knowledge of ELL best practices and strategies
Fluency in Spanish speech, reading and writing

A strong belief that ALL students can learn and achieve college and career readiness.
A commitment to fostering independent learning, critical thinking, and research skills.
A passion for engaging students through collaborative learning experiences.
The ability to use data and assessments to drive instruction.
A collaborative spirit and a commitment to professional growth.
Openness to mentoring, feedback, and continuous development.