Full Time K-2 English Language Development (ELD) Instructor

Yu Ming Charter School•San Leandro, CA

17d•$20 - $23

About The Position

Full Time K-2 English Language Development (ELD) Instructor Yu Ming Charter School seeks dynamic, innovative, and experienced educators to join our team, committed to nurturing lifelong learners who are bilingual, bicultural and able to create change in their own lives and in our community. We seek teachers that are excited by the possibility of transforming the traditional model of education to be learner-centered through personalized and project based learning that cultivates both the cognitive and social emotional skills our students need to thrive in school and beyond. Yu Ming teachers are leaders that thrive on exploration, collaboration, and seek to continuously learn and grow as individuals and team members. ABOUT YU MING CHARTER SCHOOL Yu Ming Charter School is a non-profit, tuition-free network of public schools located in Oakland and San Leandro and open to all residents of California. As a leader in Mandarin Immersion education, our mission is to nurture our inclusive and diverse community to become empowered, engaged, and outstanding global citizens. We currently serve 1060 students across three campuses, and continue to grow our enrollment each year. Our intentionally diverse student body comes from many racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds representing 70 zip codes across the Bay Area and 29 home languages. Founded in 2011, Yu Ming is the first Mandarin immersion public charter school in the state. We believe every child, regardless of their background or zip code, deserves a free, high-quality education that prepares them today to succeed tomorrow. Ranked the #7 Elementary School and the #2 Elementary Charter School in California by U.S. News, Yu Ming is a 2019 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence and a 2020 and 2023 California Distinguished School. Yu Ming’s future-forward model prepares young people to succeed and thrive in an interconnected and multicultural world through personalized and rigorous learning experiences, active student agency, whole child and community focus, and multilingual education. As a result, our students far outperform their peers in the district, county, and state, regardless of socio-economic status, race, language background, and learning differences. We are closing the opportunity gap for our historically underserved students every day. To learn more about our innovative school visit our website www.yumingschool.org . POSITION OVERVIEW English Language Development (ELD) Instructors work under the guidance of School Administrators and the Director of Academics, in close collaboration with English Literacy Teachers, to support the academic growth of English Language Learners (ELLs). ELD Instructors are responsible for delivering targeted English language instruction to small groups of students who are acquiring English as a second or additional language. They play a key role in promoting student achievement by providing high-quality, differentiated instruction that meets the diverse linguistic needs of learners. In addition to classroom instruction, ELD Instructors support students' language development by offering personalized guidance and academic support. They are also responsible for administering the English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC) and using assessment data to inform instruction and monitor student progress.

Requirements

B.A. or B.S.
Native or near native fluency in English
Experience working with children
Flexibility and adaptability to change; ability to work in a dynamic, creative and start-up learning environment
Superb interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of students, colleagues and families
Ability to follow instructions and accept constructive suggestions and professional standards
Maturity, humility, strong work ethic, sense of humor, and a solutions-oriented attitude

Nice To Haves

Experience or coursework in education
Understanding of the English Language Development Standards
Successful relevant experience in an urban school setting

Responsibilities

Use Amplify CKLA Language Studio curriculum to teach designated ELD lessons to small groups of students in grades K-2.
Administer the Initial and Summative English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC) in compliance with state and district guidelines.
Collaborate with classroom teachers, English Literacy staff, and school leadership regularly to support the integration of language development across content areas.
Develop and implement lesson plans that are culturally responsive, linguistically appropriate, and tailored to students’ individual proficiency levels.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student progress, ELD portfolios, and language proficiency assessments.
Deliver targeted English Language Development (ELD) instruction to small groups of English Language Learners (ELLs), aligned with state standards and language proficiency goals.
Use formative and summative assessment data to monitor student progress, inform instruction, and adjust teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
Support the development of students’ academic vocabulary, listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in English.
Participate in professional development opportunities focused on English language acquisition, instructional strategies, and cultural competency.
Engage in regular communication with families and caregivers to support student progress and encourage language development at home.
Create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment that fosters student confidence and encourages language risk-taking.
Support school-wide efforts to promote equity and access for multilingual learners.
Other duties as needed