About The Position

English Language Development Teacher works closely with teachers and administrators to plan and execute a comprehensive plan to increase student achievement of English Language Learners. The ELD Teacher will provide language acquisition support to Early and Intermediate Language Learners in a pull out environment.

Requirements

  • Single subject, ELA or multi-subject credential
  • Candidates enrolled in an intern credential accepted
  • At least three years teaching English Language Learners and a demonstrated track record of success in improving their language acquisition
  • Familiarity with the policies, procedures, and training associated with the administration of the CELDT
  • Proficiency in analyzing, communicating, and presenting data
  • Understanding and command of the best practices in teaching ELLs
  • Bachelor's Degree

Nice To Haves

  • Fluent in Spanish or Korean (preferred)
  • Possession of either Bilingual, Cross-Cultural, Language and Academic Development (BCLAD) certificate; Cross-Cultural, Language and Academic Development (CLAD) certificate; Bilingual Certificate of Competence (BCC); or Language Development Specialist (LDS) certificate desirable

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the Director of Curriculum to plan and deliver pre-service summer professional learning for new and returning staff.
  • Partner with principals to integrate standards into daily lesson plans.
  • Work with administrators and the Director of Curriculum & Instruction to select curriculum for the ELD Intervention class.
  • Lead organization-wide PD on SDAIE strategies and provide feedback on classroom implementation.
  • Analyze CELDT and STAR data with Student Data Coordinators to inform program improvements.
  • Uphold Bright Star Schools’ mission, values, and student-centered culture.
  • Build strong relationships with students and actively reinforce school-wide behavior expectations.
  • Participate in professional development and collaborate with school leaders to strengthen programs.
  • Communicate professionally with students, families, peers, and supervisors.
  • Support school operations, including attendance procedures, supervision duties, and participation in culture events.
  • Follow Bright Star curriculum maps and plan rigorous, standards-aligned weekly lessons.
  • Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, including ELLs and students with IEPs.
  • Implement administrator feedback and maintain a positive, consistent classroom environment.
  • Maintain gradebooks, meet reporting deadlines, and communicate regularly with families.
  • Collaborate with Inclusive Education staff, support supplemental programs, and provide tutoring as needed.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, vision
  • CalSTRS retirement matching
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term disability
  • Optional 403b plan
  • Sick and vacation paid time off, and holidays
  • Laptop
  • Job-embedded induction program for new teachers with a preliminary teaching credential to earn their CA clear credential at no cost to the participant
  • Weekly instructional coaching or mentoring (through our in-house induction program referenced above) for all teachers
  • Instructional leaders as principals
  • Pupil-free planning days for teachers
  • Staff wellness program
  • School counselors to support with family engagement and communication
  • Opportunity to participate in stipended out of area and out of state life experience lessons (field trips)
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