ELL Teacher - Lighthouse Connections Academy

Connections Academy•Southfield, MI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Lighthouse Connections Academy (LCA) is a tuition-free K–12 online public school that students attend from home. Authorized by Oxford Community Schools, Lighthouse Connections Academy is state certified and open to students located throughout Michigan. LCA strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve, fostering fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. The ELL teacher will virtually manage instructional programs for ELL students via telephone and Internet with the use of various curriculum tools. The ELL teacher will consult regularly with students, Learning Coaches, and teachers to ensure the success of every ELL student.

Requirements

Qualified and certified to teach the appropriate subject in Michigan (ESL Endorsement)
Michigan Residency required
Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite)
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Highly organized and punctual
Student and family focused approach
High degree of flexibility
Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment
Team player track record
Strong interpersonal skills which include the ability to work effectively with students, parents, staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds.
Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed to support some families
Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication.

Responsibilities

Coordinate language proficiency screenings and testing as mandated in Michigan
Ensure compliances with state-timelines for tasks such as Beginning of the Year, Middle of the Year and End of the Year
Attend local and state-provided professional development training related to ELL compliance and instruction
Collaborate with appropriate stakeholders to support student learning
Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding
Communicate with parents and students on a consistent, regular basis to develop and update ELL Program Plans and schedules, discuss assessments, provide feedback on student work, suggest instructional approaches and strategies, monitor completion of assignments and coach special projects
Conduct ELL focused conferences in a timely manner
Become proficient with supplemental programs to support English Language Learners in the virtual setting, including interpreting data within the programs
Develop a general knowledge of the LCA’s curriculum, as applicable
Design and Facilitate staff Professional Learning opportunities in the areas of ELL
Other duties as assigned