Multilingual Learner (ML) Teacher, 1.0 FTE

Edmonds School District•Lynnwood, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Edmonds School District is hiring a 1.0 FTE continuing-contract Multilingual Learner (ML) Teacher at Cedar Valley Community School. The position begins upon hire. ML teachers support students’ English language acquisition through research-based interventions and by creating language-rich environments. They support building staff in integrating language supports into grade-level instruction so students can reach and exceed grade-level goals, and collaborate with the district to implement State Transitional Bilingual Instructional programming requirements. New employees must complete SIOP and GLAD training offered by the Multilingual Education Department within their first two years of employment, unless they provide evidence of having completed both trainings previously. The district describes its certificated staff as committed to engaging and supporting all students, creating learning environments that promote autonomy, interaction, competence, and choice, accommodating diverse student needs, and maintaining high learning standards. Applicants must submit a cover letter, résumé, two confidential reference surveys, two letters of recommendation, and transcripts. Reference surveys must be completed by 11:00 p.m. on the closing date. Apply through Edmonds School District on Applitrack.com and select the vacancy in Step 4. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Requirements

Washington State Teaching Certificate with an English Learner or equivalent endorsement, or the ability to obtain one before the position start date.
Complete SIOP and GLAD training within the first two years of employment unless evidence of prior completion is provided.
Submit a cover letter, résumé, two confidential reference surveys, two letters of recommendation, and transcripts.
Ensure confidential reference surveys are completed by 11:00 p.m. on the closing date.

Nice To Haves

Current ELL, ESOL, or Bilingual endorsement is preferred.
Prior SIOP and GLAD training, documented with evidence, fulfills the stated training exception.

Responsibilities

Support students’ English language acquisition through research-based interventions.
Create language-rich environments.
Support building staff in integrating language supports with grade-level instruction to help students reach and exceed grade-level goals.
Collaborate with the district on implementation of State Transitional Bilingual Instructional programming requirements.
Navigate school and classroom environments and, as needed, assist students requiring physical support or exhibiting challenging behaviors.