Multilingual Teacher 2026-2027

University City School District•Saint Louis, MO

About The Position

The Multilingual Teacher supports the academic and linguistic development of multilingual learners by designing, implementing, and evaluating instructional programs that address diverse language needs. This role collaborates with classroom teachers, administrators, and families to ensure that multilingual learners achieve academic success while developing English proficiency and maintaining their native language skills. The teacher provides targeted interventions, promotes culturally responsive practices, and fosters an inclusive learning environment. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Instructional Support & Intervention Develop and deliver instructional strategies tailored to multilingual learners’ language proficiency and academic needs. Provide small-group or individualized support to students needing additional language or content assistance. Collaborate with other classroom teachers to adapt curriculum and materials to meet the needs of multilingual learners. Assessment & Data Analysis Administer, interpret, and track language proficiency and academic assessments for multilingual learners. Analyze student data to identify learning gaps and inform instructional planning. Provide recommendations based on assessment results to support student achievement and program improvement. Professional Development & Collaboration Serve as a resource for classroom teachers and staff on best practices for multilingual instruction. Conduct workshops or training sessions on language acquisition, differentiation, and culturally responsive pedagogy. Collaborate with school teams to design and implement school-wide language support initiatives. Family & Community Engagement Communicate regularly with families to support student learning and provide guidance on language development. Develop resources and strategies to engage multilingual families in the educational process. Act as a liaison between school, families, and community agencies to support student success. Program Development & Compliance Assist in the development and evaluation of multilingual learner programs and curricula. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations regarding language instruction and support. Maintain accurate records of student progress, interventions, and program outcomes. Other Responsibilities Stay current on research, trends, and best practices in multilingual education and language acquisition. Participate in school committees and professional networks to support continuous improvement. Perform other duties as assigned by administration to support multilingual learner success. The intent of this job description is to provide a representation description of the types of duties and responsibilities required for this position. Employees may be asked to perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Missouri English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) K-12 Certification .
Knowledge of current English language development teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based on student learning styles.
Knowledge of elementary school curriculum and concepts.
Ability to use learning software applications as needed.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and their parents/guardians.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.
Sufficient vision to read printed material, see distant objects with clarity, and identify and distinguish objects
Sufficient hearing to hear conversations in person and on the telephone, and hear sounds clearly up to 30 feet
Ability to speak in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in normal conversation and on the telephone, and in addressing groups
Ability to exert up to 25 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects
This position requires standing, walking, sitting, bending and reaching for extended periods of time
Sufficient manual dexterity and/or mobility to grasp and/or manipulate objects, operate mechanical equipment, and move about the work area
This position will subject the employee to work environments that have exposure to weather or interiors with extremes of heat and/or cold, wet and/or humid conditions, high noise levels, and various work related hazards

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver instructional strategies tailored to multilingual learners’ language proficiency and academic needs.
Provide small-group or individualized support to students needing additional language or content assistance.
Collaborate with other classroom teachers to adapt curriculum and materials to meet the needs of multilingual learners.
Administer, interpret, and track language proficiency and academic assessments for multilingual learners.
Analyze student data to identify learning gaps and inform instructional planning.
Provide recommendations based on assessment results to support student achievement and program improvement.
Serve as a resource for classroom teachers and staff on best practices for multilingual instruction.
Conduct workshops or training sessions on language acquisition, differentiation, and culturally responsive pedagogy.
Collaborate with school teams to design and implement school-wide language support initiatives.
Communicate regularly with families to support student learning and provide guidance on language development.
Develop resources and strategies to engage multilingual families in the educational process.
Act as a liaison between school, families, and community agencies to support student success.
Assist in the development and evaluation of multilingual learner programs and curricula.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations regarding language instruction and support.
Maintain accurate records of student progress, interventions, and program outcomes.
Stay current on research, trends, and best practices in multilingual education and language acquisition.
Participate in school committees and professional networks to support continuous improvement.
Perform other duties as assigned by administration to support multilingual learner success.