Middle School Teacher: Multi-Lingual Learner

Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation•Evansville, IN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The MLL Teacher will play a pivotal role in supporting multilingual learners (MLLs) in achieving academic success while acquiring English language proficiency. This role provides English Language Development instruction to students and is also collaborative, working closely with general education teachers to enhance instruction, advocate for student needs, and develop school-wide practices that support MLLs. The MLL Teacher is responsible for administering the WIDA Suite of Assessments to all MLLs on their caseload and completing all necessary paperwork for each MLL, including ILPs. The MLL Teacher will also provide professional development and coaching to staff, helping to create an inclusive, linguistically responsive environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
Valid state teaching certification with an endorsement in ESL or MLL, or willingness to add
Demonstrated experience working with multilingual learners in an educational setting.
Strong understanding of second language acquisition and culturally responsive teaching.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Strong understanding of second language acquisition and strategies for integrating language and content instruction.
Ability to plan and execute differentiated lessons based on MLLs' language proficiency levels and academic needs.
Effective classroom management that fosters a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students of diverse linguistic backgrounds.
Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, including general education teachers, counselors, and administrators, to support MLLs and their overall academic success.
Ability to design and deliver professional development (PD) sessions for staff, focusing on strategies for supporting multilingual learners and integrating language development within core content areas.
Strong interpersonal communication skills, ensuring smooth collaboration and professional dialogue with team members, families, and community partners.
Ability to adapt teaching methods and instructional practices based on the latest research and feedback from professional development and peer collaboration.

Responsibilities

Deliver differentiated instruction tailored to the needs of MLLs, integrating language development with academic content across subject areas.
Provide targeted interventions to support language acquisition and content mastery.
Design and implement lessons focused on listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills to enhance English proficiency.
Employ scaffolded strategies to help students access grade-level content while developing their language abilities.
Provide timely and actionable feedback to students on their language and content performance.
Work with students to set academic and language development goals, helping them take ownership of their learning.
Regularly communicate with families to discuss student progress, provide strategies for language development at home, and engage families in the educational process.
Participate in conferences and meetings to support students' growth.
Collaborate with content area teachers to assist them in appropriately modifying and adapting assignments, ensuring MLLs can access core content while continuing their language development.
Offer strategies and resources for content teachers to use with multilingual learners.
Provide ongoing training and coaching to staff on best practices for instructing MLLs, including scaffolding techniques, formative assessments, and culturally relevant pedagogy.
Act as an advocate for MLL students, ensuring they have equitable access to the curriculum, support services, and extracurricular activities.
Liaise between families, teachers, and administration to promote student success.
Conduct and monitor English proficiency assessments (WIDA) for all Multilingual Learners, track student progress, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations related to multilingual learners.
Complete necessary documentation, meet state reporting deadlines, and maintain accurate student records.
Work alongside schools to identify Multilingual Learners for MTSS and assist with instructional interventions resulting from IREAD and Amira results.
Incorporate culturally relevant teaching methods and materials that reflect the diverse backgrounds of students.
Foster an environment of inclusivity where all students feel valued and supported.
Work collaboratively with MLL leadership to create and implement a service schedule that best meets the needs of MLL students and supports grade-level content delivery in the general education classroom.

Benefits

Competitive salaries
Excellent health coverage
Robust retirement plans
Generous paid time off
Summers off
Holidays
Predictable hours
Medical insurance coverage
Dental insurance coverage
Vision insurance coverage
Life insurance
Long term disability coverage
Teacher Retirement Fund (TRF) through the state of Indiana (defined benefit and Annuity Savings Account)
401(a) retirement investment plan
403(b) Match Program
Tax-free post-retirement medical expense account (VEBA)
Access to Health & Wellness Centers (no-cost primary care, generic prescription medications, physicals, health screenings, labs)
Accumulated sick leave days
Personal business days
Access to EVSC Wee Care (employee-only early learning centers)