MLL Teacher

Berkeley Charter Education Association•Goose Creek, SC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Multilingual Learner (MLL) Teacher supports students whose primary language is not English by providing targeted instruction to develop English language proficiency. The MLL Teacher collaborates with classroom teachers, administrators, and families to ensure students have equitable access to academic content and achieve language and academic success.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education, TESOL, Linguistics, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
Valid teaching certification/licensure with ESL/MLL endorsement (as required by state)
Knowledge of second language acquisition theories and best practices
Experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse students
Strong collaboration, communication, and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Bilingual or multilingual proficiency
Experience with co-teaching or push-in instructional models
Familiarity with language proficiency assessments (e.g., ACCESS, WIDA)
Ability to use data to inform instruction

Responsibilities

Provide direct English language instruction aligned with state language proficiency standards
Support students’ development in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in English
Collaborate with general education teachers to plan and implement effective instructional strategies for MLL students
Adapt and scaffold curriculum to meet diverse language proficiency levels
Monitor and assess student progress using formative and summative assessments
Develop and maintain Individual Language Plans (ILPs) or similar documentation, as required
Participate in student identification, placement, and reclassification processes
Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and language development
Advocate for multilingual learners and promote inclusive classroom practices
Maintain accurate student records and comply with federal, state, and district requirements
Participate in professional development and staff meetings