English Language Learner Teacher - Colorado Connections Academy

Connections Academy•Centennial, CO

5d•Remote

About The Position

Colorado Connections Academy is a tuition-free online public school serving students statewide. Working from home in Colorado, the English Language Learner Teacher virtually manages instructional programs for students in collaboration with general education teachers. Using the telephone, Internet, and curriculum tools, the teacher consults regularly with students and learning coaches to support successful completion of each student’s instructional program. The teacher participates in all steps of the LEP process and works with other teachers and the school’s authorizers to ensure the multilingual program operates successfully and complies with federal and state regulations. Technology is used to deliver virtual instruction. The teacher coordinates language proficiency screenings and testing, maintains required documentation and timelines, collaborates with teachers and families, and provides synchronous and asynchronous instruction. The role includes travel to administer WIDA, ACCESS, CMAS, PSAT, and SAT assessments and to attend a back-to-school event. The teacher maintains student records and data, supports student progress and family communication, and participates in professional development. The position may be performed remotely or in an office when necessary.

Requirements

Valid ESL certification for grades K–12 and qualification to teach ESL in Colorado.
Reside in Colorado.
Strong technology skills, especially with Google Suite.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Customer-focused approach.
High degree of flexibility.
Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
Track record as a team player.
Willingness to travel for school-based meetings, trainings, back-to-school events, state testing, and English Learner testing; occasional overnight travel may be required.
Ability to work in the office or remotely when necessary.
Two-step authentication is required to log in to systems if offered the job.

Nice To Haves

Direct experience teaching English Learner students.
Bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

Coordinate language proficiency screenings and testing, and maintain compliance with state timelines and related documentation for beginning-, middle-, and end-of-year processes.
Travel to administer WIDA, ACCESS, CMAS, PSAT, and SAT assessments and attend a back-to-school event.
Attend local and state professional development related to English Learner compliance and instruction.
Collaborate with students’ teachers to support learning and conduct timely parent conferences.
Support instruction through asynchronous web conferencing and synchronous instruction.
Become proficient with supplemental programs for English Learners in virtual settings, including interpreting program data.
Review curriculum and develop alternate ways of presenting lessons to improve student understanding, working directly with students and parents.
Communicate regularly with parents, students, and teachers about assessments, student work, instructional strategies, assignments, and special projects.
Collaborate with teachers to support student progress, provide families with a central point of contact, and distribute tasks among teachers.
Develop general knowledge of the curriculum and detailed knowledge of assigned courses.
Provide students and parents with alternate strategies and additional assistance on assignments and projects.
Maintain current student records and data, including EL and state testing data, cumulative files, student and family information, attendance, and logs of student and parent contacts.
Consult with teachers and staff learning specialists to develop enrichment activities and student supports.
Develop and implement virtual approaches to building and maintaining a school community.
Work with teachers and the school counselor to ensure families receive appropriate communications, students make progress, and goals are met.
Participate in Pearson and Colorado Connections Academy professional development sessions and related activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.