ELS Teacher at KCE

Phalen Leadership Academies•Columbus, OH

4d•$45,000 - $80,000

About The Position

As an ESL/ELL Teacher at Phalen Leadership Academies, you will ensure English Learners receive high-quality English Language Development instruction and compliant services that support academic and language acquisition growth. You will collaborate with classroom teachers, monitor scholar progress, ensure compliance with applicable ELL requirements, and partner with families to support scholar success. The role includes setting ambitious student achievement goals and holding scholars accountable while building an inclusive and supportive learning environment. The position serves Kids Care Elementary (KCE), a tuition-free public charter school serving approximately 150 K–5 scholars. KCE emphasizes project-based learning and a supportive, inclusive environment tailored to individual needs, and engages parents and the community in supporting scholar success.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
Ohio teaching certificate required.
Passion for working with students and families in underserved communities.

Nice To Haves

English as a Second Language (NS) or Bilingual Education (Y) endorsement preferred, where applicable.
Bilingual Spanish preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide and coordinate English Language Development services aligned to Ohio and federal requirements.
Ensure compliance with ELL documentation, including ILPs, service minutes, and WIDA testing coordination and administration.
Use WIDA standards, ACCESS assessments, and Michigan Section 41 requirements to guide instruction and compliance.
Support classroom teachers with integrated ELD strategies and differentiation for English Learners.
Monitor English Learner progress and proficiency data to inform instruction and program decisions.
Serve as a point of contact for ELL compliance, communication, and family support as needed.
Collaborate with classroom teachers and partner with families to support scholar success.
Set ambitious goals for student achievement and hold scholars accountable for accomplishing those goals while creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment.