ELL Teacher - Lighthouse Connections Academy

About the School

Lighthouse Connections Academy (LCA) is a tuition-free K–12 online public school that students attend from home. Authorized by Oxford Community Schools, LCA is state certified and open to students located throughout Michigan including Troy, Royal Oak, Bloomfield Hills, Rochester, Farmington, and beyond. LCA strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve, fostering fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

About the Role

Working from our office in Southfield, Michigan, or your home office, the ELL teacher will virtually manage instructional programs for ELL students via telephone and Internet using various curriculum tools. The ELL teacher will consult regularly with students, Learning Coaches, and teachers to ensure the success of every ELL student.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate language proficiency screenings and testing as mandated in Michigan
• Ensure compliance with state timelines for tasks such as Beginning of the Year, Middle of the Year, and End of the Year
• Attend local and state-provided professional development training related to ELL compliance and instruction
• Collaborate with appropriate stakeholders to support student learning
• Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding
• Communicate with parents and students on a consistent, regular basis to develop and update ELL Program Plans and schedules, discuss assessments, provide feedback on student work, suggest instructional approaches and strategies, monitor completion of assignments, and coach special projects
• Conduct ELL-focused conferences in a timely manner
• Become proficient with supplemental programs to support English Language Learners in the virtual setting, including interpreting data within the programs
• Develop a general knowledge of LCA’s curriculum, as applicable
• Design and facilitate staff professional learning opportunities in the areas of ELL
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Qualified and certified to teach the appropriate subject in Michigan (ESL Endorsement)
• Michigan residency required
• Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite)
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Highly organized and punctual
• Student and family-focused approach
• High degree of flexibility
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
• Team player track record
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively with students, parents, staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds
• Travel to and attendance at in-person events, including State Testing, is required throughout the school year, as determined by the school (may require overnight travel)
• Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed to support some families
• Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication