English as a Second Language/English Language Learner

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in English to ELL classes at assigned level that meets the CASAS standards of competency
• Develop and deliver lesson plans that utilize a broad range of appropriate teaching techniques and strategies
• Address all aspects of communication through appropriate instruction that develops each student's ability to read, write, speak, and listen in the appropriate content area
• Administer academic and language assessments for the purpose of evaluating student progress for meeting academic learning targets and progress in language acquisition
• Able to proctor online testing and comprehend data collection tools
• Create a nurturing and supportive learning environment that encourages student responsibility and incorporates challenging instructional strategies
• Adapt curriculum to provide individual, small group, and/or remedial instruction as to meet the needs of individual students and subgroups of students
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior required to run and orderly and productive classroom environment
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and strategies to meet different aptitudes and interests of students
• Manage allotted learning time to maximize student achievement

Requirements

• Must be a teacher with a background in ESL/ELL education or have acquired:
• A TEFL/TESOL/TESL certification or an equivalent teaching degree with experience
• At least 2 years' experience working with ELLs
• Able to relate well to English Language Learners (ELL’s)

Qualifications

• A sensitivity to the development stages and well-being of ELL’s
• The ability to incorporate current technology into the classroom environment
• The ability to work with a diversity of individuals and groups
• Excellent problem-solving skills to analyze issues and create action plans
• The ability to establish and maintain constructive relationships

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Wellness resources

Pay

$28.00 - $35.00 per hour

Schedule

Full time

Location

East Haven, CT