Teacher, Multilingual Learner (ML) 0.5 FTE (3306)

Natick Public Schools•Natick, MA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Natick Public Schools seek a Multilingual Learner (ML) Teacher for a 0.5 FTE (part-time) position. This role is part of an innovative, supportive, and high-performing district that serves approximately 5,300 students from Pre-K through age 22. Natick Public Schools is committed to providing high-quality services to a diverse student population, with families speaking nearly 60 different languages. The district emphasizes high standards, a safe and respectful learning environment, and fostering connectedness and belonging. The district is proud of its high graduation rate and the post-secondary success of its students, aiming to prepare them as informed citizens of a global world. They welcome educators who thrive in a diverse environment and focus on a strengths-based approach to educating the whole child. The mission includes supporting diversity, promoting equitable practices, and creating meaningful connections for inclusion and thriving.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
MA DESE ESL certification required
MA DESE SEI endorsement required
Ability to identify both formal and informal assessments that measure students skills
Ability to evaluate/analyze formal and informal data in order to provide recommendations based on data
Knowledge of best practices in teaching to individuals and small groups with a highly systematic approach
Thorough understanding of and commitment to the principles and practices of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice as they relate to student engagement and opportunity
Ability to differentiate instruction and assess learning using a variety of methods
A strong foundation in student-centered pedagogy
Ability to design and implement systematic, explicit ELD instruction, including the teaching of language forms, functions, and discourse structures aligned to content area themes and topics
Strong understanding of second language acquisition theory and the progression of academic language development across proficiency levels
Working knowledge of the WIDA 2020 ELD Standards
Demonstrated ability to analyze language and academic data to inform instructional planning
Ability to use an asset-based lens to affirm and leverage students’ linguistic, cultural, and experiential strengths in order to cultivate a strong sense of identity, belonging, and agency within the classroom and school community
Must have the ability to collect and analyze data in order to make recommendations for instructional programming
Must have well-established verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to share information and resources as appropriate, including strong written communication skills.
Demonstrated aptitude for work to be performed
Candidates should have a passion for working with students, families, and colleagues
Candidates must be flexible and collaborative
Candidates must be able to multitask in a fast-paced, supportive environment that nurtures student growth
Candidates must be organized and able to meet ongoing, time-sensitive deadlines for work production
Must be committed to the vision of high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, the achievement of academic and linguistic proficiency for all students, and the closing of the achievement gap.
Formal application
Rating of education and experience
Oral interviews
Reference check
Strong record of work performance in current and previous roles required
Successful completion of Criminal Records Check (C.O.R.I.), Sexual Offender Record Check (S.O.R.I.), and fingerprints.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred, preferably in TESOL, Applied Linguistics, or related field
Experience teaching in a diverse public school preferred
Experience working with Students with Limited or Interrupted Formal Education (SLIFE) and English learner students with disabilities (ELSWD) is preferred.
Experience with Google Suite (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Classroom, etc.) and PowerSchool preferred, but will train the right candidate.
Bilingual skills, especially in Spanish and Portuguese, are highly desirable

Responsibilities

Ensure Multilingual Learners (ML) attain high levels of academic and linguistic proficiency through systematic, explicit, and standards-based English Language Development (ELD) instruction aligned to the WIDA 2020 ELD Standards and the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.
Plan and deliver systematic, explicit, and standards-based English Language Development (ELD) instruction using curriculum aligned to the WIDA 2020 ELD Standards and Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.
Teach ELD to Multilingual Learner students in Pull Out or Self-Contained ELD classrooms and/or through Push In or Co-Taught ELD in Sheltered Content Immersion (SCI) classrooms.
Practice culturally and linguistically sustaining communication with students, families, and colleagues.
Maintain high expectations for all students and serve as a facilitator of student learning.
Organize and apply a variety of teaching techniques, strategies, materials, and technology to maximize the learning of each child, individually and in group settings.
Develop, implement, and consistently monitor language proficiency goals for ML students who require Success Plans.
Keep parents informed about student language development progress during each marking period in their requested language.
Assess student progress using a variety of WIDA-aligned formative and summative assessments, providing students and parents with specific feedback, and using the results to adjust instruction as needed.
Collaborate with Special Educators, ML Educators, Instructional Coaches, Department Heads, the Director of Multilingual Learning, and other Instructional Leaders to ensure students needs are being met.
Co-plan, co-teach, co-assess, and co-reflect with assigned Sheltered Content Immersion (SCI) core-academic teacher(s) using a variety of co-teaching models.
Keep abreast of current developments in the field of Multilingual Education and continue to deepen understanding of the discipline(s).
Administer the annual ACCESS for ELLs 2.0 Online test for ML students.
Work with district and school leadership to combat systemic barriers that limit student, family, and staff members’ equitable access to opportunity.