ELL Teacher - Ohio Connections Academy

Connections Academy•Columbus, OH

1d•Remote

About The Position

Ohio Connections Academy (OCA) is a tuition-free, state-certified K–12 public virtual school serving students throughout Ohio. The ELL Teacher works from home in Ohio and manages instructional programs for English Language Learners. Using telephone, the Internet, and curriculum tools, the teacher consults regularly with students and learning coaches to help students complete their instructional programs successfully. The teacher provides and supports instruction, assessments, student progress monitoring, family communication, and school community activities. The role includes administering WIDA assessments and supporting state testing; delivering synchronous and individualized instruction; helping students use supplemental programs; maintaining student records; collaborating with families, teachers, school leadership, counselors, and staff learning specialists; and participating in professional development, recruiting, and community events. The position may also involve training staff on WIDA assessments and translation tools.

Requirements

Must be highly qualified and certified to teach ESL/TESOL in Ohio.
Experience directly teaching ELL students.
Strong technology skills, especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Highly organized and punctual.
Customer-focused approach.
High degree of flexibility.
Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
Track record as a team player.
Ability to travel for marketing, state testing events, and back-to-school events; travel may occasionally require overnight stays.
Ability to work occasional evening hours as needed to support families.
Ability to work remotely.
Must be able to use a personal electronic device and email address for two-step authentication.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual.

Responsibilities

Organize, administer, and score annual WIDA Screener and WIDA ACCESS assessments.
Participate in organizing and administering state testing, including SOL, VALLSS, benchmark assessments, WorkKeys, and WI$E, as directed.
Attend local and state-provided professional development related to Title III compliance and instruction.
Complete grading, create progress reports, and conduct parent conferences in a timely manner.
Support instruction through synchronous lessons, small-group placement based on proficiency, support in general education settings, and vocabulary review.
Help English Language Learners pass standardized assessments, including SOL, VALLSS, benchmark assessments, WorkKeys, and WI$E.
Become proficient with supplemental virtual programs, including interpreting, monitoring, and supporting students using Rosetta Stone.
Review curriculum and devise alternate ways to present lessons to improve student understanding, working directly with students and parents.
Communicate regularly with parents, students, and teachers to develop and update Personal Learning Plans and schedules, score assessments, provide feedback, suggest instructional strategies, monitor assignments, and coach special projects.
Collaborate with school leadership to create and maintain the school’s English Learner Advisory Committee.
Work collaboratively with teachers to support student progress, provide parents with a central point of contact, and distribute tasks among teachers.
Develop general knowledge of the program’s curriculum and detailed knowledge of assigned courses.
Support students and parents with alternate strategies and additional help on assignments and projects.
Maintain up-to-date student records and data, including cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance, and logs of student and parent contacts.
Consult with teachers and staff learning specialists to develop enrichment activities and program modifications that improve student understanding.
Coordinate social activities and relevant field trips with other teachers.
Attend and plan field trips and other community activities for families.
Develop and implement virtual ways to create and maintain a school community.
Participate in student recruiting sessions and other marketing efforts requiring teacher representation.
Work with the school counselor to support appropriate communications, student progress, and achievement of established goals.
Participate in professional development sessions and related activities.
Perform other assigned duties, including training teachers in WIDA assessments and staff in translation tools such as LionBridge, and meeting bi-monthly with PVS special populations senior staff and manager.