Middle School Multilingual Learner Learning Specialist (26-27)

Explore Schools•New York, NY

14h•$62,710 - $93,636•Onsite

About The Position

Explore Schools is a network of public charter schools serving 1,700 students in Brooklyn, aiming to provide an outstanding, standards-aligned, and culturally responsive education. The organization is committed to disrupting systems of white supremacy and fostering an inclusive environment. The Middle School Multilingual Learner Learning Specialist will play a crucial role in the English as a New Language (ENL) program, providing targeted instruction and support to multilingual learners (MLs) to help them achieve their language goals.

Requirements

Experience providing targeted and individualized instruction to elementary multilingual learners (MLs).
Belief that collaboration among school adults leads to high student achievement.
Prioritization of student engagement, critical thinking, and authentic relationship-building.
Demonstrated reflective practice and commitment to educating the whole child.
Dedication to working in historically underserved and under-resourced communities.
Commitment to engaging in identity work for a culturally responsive approach to pedagogy and relationships.
Exceptional dedication and intentionality to achieve results and foster growth in practice and student outcomes.
Ability to cultivate a positive classroom culture through relationship-building and effective classroom management strategies.
Clear and precise in sharing new content with students and effective in leading inquiry-based discussions.
Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal).
Experience providing targeted and individualized instruction to multilingual learners, including those with limited English proficiency.
Detail-oriented and highly organized.

Nice To Haves

2+ years of English as a New Language teaching experience.
New York State Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Certification OR Special Education Certification.
Master’s Degree in Education.

Responsibilities

Provide targeted small group instruction and in-class accommodations to students to help them achieve their learning and language goals.
Offer a range of instructional, management, and assessment strategies to meet the diverse language needs of students.
Analyze student achievement and language proficiency data to inform strategic instructional decisions.
Maintain updated ML data, including snapshots, rosters, and progress monitoring data.
Design and/or execute school-based professional development to enhance educators' capacity in supporting academic and language development for ML students.
Coordinate parent communication as needed.
Collaborate with grade-level teams across content areas to modify and differentiate instruction, implementing strategies in the classroom.
Execute all steps of the ML identification process in accordance with state guidelines and identify language goals for students with limited English proficiency.
Manage testing administration for ML identification and language proficiency, including processing HLIS forms, NYSITELL, NYSESLAT, and WIDA.
Attend and actively participate in all meetings, including PLCs, grade-level meetings, and PD sessions.
Foster an environment built on restorative practices by ensuring students build relationships and repair harm.
Assist with non-instructional supervision of students, such as arrival/dismissal, hallway monitoring, lunch and playground duty, or supervision of extracurricular activities.
Perform additional responsibilities as needed.

Benefits

Competitive salary and generous benefits package.
Salary scale established using an equity lens, based on experience, education, and NYS certification.
Annual increases based on tenure.
Additional compensation opportunities including stipends for additional time worked and leadership opportunities, and additional pay for specialized certifications.
Comprehensive benefits plan covering up to 95% of costs for employees and their families.
Dental and vision plans.
Employer-paid disability and life insurance.
Parental leave benefits.
Flexible spending account options.
Generous vacation time and paid holidays.
Professional development.
Continuing education scholarships.
Referral bonuses.
Employee assistance program (EAP).
Childcare assistance.
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching.
Flexible and reflective leadership dedicated to staff development, team cohesion, and shared responsibility.
Driven and passionate colleagues contributing to a professional and collaborative work environment.
Opportunities to sit on various committees and participate in initiatives central to key organizational decisions and strategic planning.
Weekly professional development, year-round retreats and trainings, and ongoing coaching.
Scholarship funds towards qualifying New York State certification costs, higher education tuition, and professional development.
Flexible work environment with the ability to choose work location during non-student hours 1-3 days a week when possible, within a structured 45-hour work week.