ESL Teacher

Camden Prep•Camden, NJ

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Uncommon Schools is seeking an English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher to provide and guide instruction for K-12 ESL students across several campuses at Camden Prep. This role involves working closely with school-based Special Education Coordinators, as well as teachers and leaders throughout the region, requiring travel between Camden campuses. The ESL Teacher will report to the Associate Director of Special Education.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree is required
Minimum of two years teaching experience in an urban public school or charter school setting preferred
By the time that employment begins, candidates must have received a Bachelor's degree from a College or University.
For teaching roles in New Jersey, the candidates must have earned a cumulative 2.75 GPA (for candidates graduating before September 1, 2016) or 3.0 (for candidates graduating on or after September 1, 2016).
Valid NJ English as a Second Language State Certification is required
Belief in and alignment with Uncommon’s core beliefs and educational philosophy is non-negotiable.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree is preferred

Responsibilities

Demonstrate a relentless drive to improve the minds, characters & lives of students both in and out of school
Show unwavering commitment to urban youth achieving greatness
Provide in-class support in the general education setting and small group instruction to ESL students
Provide support and feedback to content teachers on sheltered instruction strategies as needed
Attend and participate in IEP meetings for English Learners as directed by the Associate Director of Special Education
Follow ESSA guidelines for identification, instruction, assessment, and exiting ESL students
Create a positive, structured learning environment to ensure that students observe the school’s core values, high expectations, and strict code of conduct
Implement curricula and activities to meet academic and language acquisition standards aligned to the WIDA English language development standards
Complete training for administering WIDA assessments used to identify and determine continued eligibility for ESL services
Provide consistent rewards and/or consequences for student behavior to ensure that students observe the school’s core values, high expectations, and strict code of conduct
Be accountable for students’ mastery of academic and language acquisition standards
Exhibit resilience to persevere and turn challenges into opportunities
Focus constantly on student learning, thinking critically and strategically to respond to student learning needs
Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues
Engage families in their children’s education
Commit to continual professional growth

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families
Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).
Extensive, best-in-class training and development
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
Pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)
Financial Planning
New Jersey Pension program
Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
Mental health and counseling support
Wellness benefits