Teacher - English as a Second Language

Wake County Public School System•Cary, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Plans, instructs, and organizes instructional environments that help multilingual learners improve oral and literacy skills and develop academic language in English.

Requirements

Extensive knowledge of the second language learning pedagogy
Extensive knowledge of instructional delivery methods, including the use of classroom technology
Extensive knowledge of effective classroom and behavior management techniques for students
Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Google apps
Knowledge of Professional Learning Communities (PLCs)
Demonstrated leadership and team-building skills
Ability to meet the required English language proficiency criteria
Ability to be a reflective practitioner who exemplifies an asset-based mindset
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback; excellent public speaking and presentation skills
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, external agencies, and the public
Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Experience teaching multilingual learners
Hold or be qualified to hold a North Carolina Professional Educator’s License in education or ESL

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) assessments and curriculum and North Carolina English Language Development (ELD) Standards.

Responsibilities

Fosters an inclusive, culturally and linguistically supportive environment for multilingual learners and collaborates with staff to ensure consistent support schoolwide.
Plans, delivers, and aligns instruction with the goals and objectives of the North Carolina English Language Development (ELD) Standards.
Monitors multilingual learners' language progress.
Adheres to all policies and procedures governing instructional staff's responsibilities, duties, and conduct.
Interacts effectively with students, staff, families, and administration to support and promote the ESL program.
Engages families of multilingual learners through different educational opportunities.
Adheres to copyright laws and other laws and guidelines about the distribution and use of resources.
Maintains paperwork in compliance with district, state, and federal requirements, including Multilingual Learner (ML) Plans and parent notification letters.
Collaborates with the ESL Department in the initial identification and screening of potential multilingual learners.
Collaborates with the school Testing Coordinator during the annual English language development assessment.
Advocates for the needs of multilingual learners and collaborates with staff and essential partners to ensure accommodations and/or modifications are implemented.
Attends all required meetings and trainings.
Performs other related duties, as assigned.