MLL (MultiLingual Language Learner Teacher) (SY 26 - 27)

Great Oaks Legacy Charter School • Newark, NJ

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The MLL Teacher provides effective English instruction to K–8 students who are newcomers or current students whose native language is not English. Instruction should meet state and federal standards, align with the school’s instructional program, and help students meet or exceed learning targets. The teacher supports English-language development in reading, writing, speaking, listening, and grammar, while helping students access content across all subjects.

The role includes planning and delivering lessons using a range of appropriate teaching strategies; assessing and documenting academic and language-acquisition progress; adapting instruction and curriculum for individual students and groups; and maintaining a supportive, orderly, and productive classroom. The teacher collaborates with classroom teachers on student progress and instructional practices and travels between campuses as needed.

The position reports to the Associate Director of Student Services and School Directors. Feedback is provided at least biweekly through observations and interactions, with weekly check-ins and formal evaluations twice per year. The school offers a competitive compensation package based on relevant experience, with a minimum base salary of $69,500, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• New Jersey ESL Teacher Certificate required.
• Experience serving students from linguistically diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to Great Oaks Legacy Charter School core values and practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Experience analyzing student data and creating action plans that support student goals.
• Openness to feedback and willingness to take responsibility for student success.
• Attention to detail.
• Flexibility under pressure.
• Successfully complete required criminal-history checks and provide proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident status.

Nice To Haves

• Three or more years of experience preferred.
• Knowledge of the Science of Reading and how it supports Multilingual Learners.
• SIOP training.
• Experience in a high-performing district or charter environment.
• Experience with students in K–8.
• Urban school-based work experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and provide standards-aligned English instruction coordinated with the school’s instructional program to help students meet and exceed learning targets.
• Provide instruction in English-language skills, including reading, writing, speaking, and grammar.
• Support students in accessing content across all subjects.
• Develop and deliver lesson plans using a broad range of appropriate teaching techniques and strategies.
• Develop students’ ability to read, write, speak, and listen in the appropriate content area.
• Monitor and assess student progress, assist with academic and language assessments, and evaluate progress toward learning targets and language acquisition.
• Maintain complete and accurate records of student progress and evidence of growth.
• Provide a nurturing and supportive learning environment that encourages student responsibility and uses challenging instructional strategies.
• Adapt curriculum as needed to provide individual, small-group, or remedial instruction for students and subgroups.
• Establish and maintain student behavior standards that support an orderly and productive classroom aligned with school culture.
• Manage instructional time to maximize student achievement.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to discuss student progress and effective practices.
• Travel between campuses as necessary to deliver instruction.

Benefits

• Competitive and equitable compensation based on years of relevant experience, with a minimum base salary of $69,500.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with comprehensive network coverage.
• Up to $5,250 per year in tax-exempt student loan and tuition reimbursement.
• Reimbursements for external professional development aligned to the role.
• Wellness reimbursements, including gym memberships and spa services.
• Online counseling services for staff and their dependents through a therapy app.
• Pre-tax state pension plan benefit, with additional options through voluntary retirement plans.
• Pre-tax dependent care, health, and transit flexible spending plans.
• 10 Network Vacation days, prorated based on start date, in addition to 10 PTO days annually.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed