Teacher of English as a New Language (ENL), K-12

Cheektowaga Sloan Union Free District • Buffalo, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

In the Cheektowaga-Sloan UFSD, the faculty and staff are dedicated to creating a positive learning environment that recognizes the unique needs and talents of all students by integrating character education with a critical-thinking curriculum. The emphasis is on teaching the whole child to create lifelong learners best prepared for college, careers, and beyond.

Requirements

• NYS Certification of Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages

Nice To Haves

• Dual certification of Elementary +/or Secondary Education is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and deliver high-quality, differentiated instruction aligned with state English Language Development standards to meet the diverse linguistic and academic needs of English Language Learners (ELLs)
• Utilize research-based, co-teaching strategies (e.g., integrated and standalone ENL models) in collaboration with content-area teachers to ensure equitable curriculum access
• Implement continuous formative and summative assessments to monitor language acquisition progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly
• Administer, analyze, and interpret district and state language proficiency assessments to evaluate student progress, adjust instruction, and ensure learners meet language acquisition targets
• Establish a safe, supportive, and inclusive classroom culture rooted in restorative practices that encourages multilingual learners to fully participate in the school community
• Serve as an active, engaged member of the CSUFSD professional learning community, collaborating on school-wide initiatives, data analysis, and continuous improvement
• Perform other related duties as assigned by school leadership and supervisors to support the overall success of the ENL program.
• Serve as a role model for students, staff, and the community by setting high expectations for learners and supporting them in reaching their goals.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisors

What This Job Offers

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