English Language Learner (EL) Teacher

NOLA Public Schools envisions every student receiving a high-quality education that fosters their individual capabilities, ensuring they thrive, achieve physical and mental wellness, and are prepared for civic, social, and economic success.

About the Role

The English Language Learner (EL) Teacher will support students acquiring English proficiency by designing and implementing effective language instruction, collaborating with classroom teachers, and fostering a culturally inclusive learning environment. This role focuses on language development and academic success while working closely with ELL students and their families to ensure a positive and supportive educational experience.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, and provides English instruction that meets state and federal standards.
• Delivers instruction aligned with the district’s/school’s program to ensure students meet and exceed learning targets.
• Develops and delivers lesson plans using a broad range of teaching techniques and strategies.
• Addresses all aspects of communication through instruction that develops reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.
• Administers academic and language assessments to evaluate student progress in learning targets and language acquisition.
• Maintains complete and accurate records of student progress and evidence of growth.
• Creates a nurturing and supportive learning environment that encourages student responsibility and incorporates challenging instructional strategies.
• Adapts curriculum to provide individual, small group, and/or remedial instruction to meet the needs of students.
• Fosters a culturally inclusive and supportive learning environment that respects diverse backgrounds.
• Advocates for the unique needs of ELL students within the school community.
• Collaborates with administrators and support staff to ensure a comprehensive support system for ELL students.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior for an orderly and productive classroom.
• Employs varied instructional techniques to meet different student aptitudes and interests.
• Manages allotted learning time to maximize student achievement.
• Oversees assigned out-of-classroom activities during the school day, as needed.
• Assists administration in implementing Board policies.
• Achieves objectives included in the Professional Growth Plan developed with the principal or assistant principal.
• Consults regularly with administrators, colleagues, students, and/or parents.
• Plans and supervises tasks for paraprofessionals and volunteers.
• Cooperates with administrators in assessing the performance of teacher aides and volunteers.
• Serves on and participates in professional staff committees and meetings.
• Stays abreast of current trends, research, and best practices in ELL instruction.
• Participates in team meetings and professional development activities.
• Performs other duties as required.

Supervision of Students

• Supervises students in various settings, including on-campus and off-campus activities, before and after school, during class transitions, recess, lunch, assemblies, and other assigned times or locations to ensure safety and well-being.

Non-Instructional Components

• Attends faculty and staff meetings, professional training sessions, IEP meetings, parent-teacher conferences, back-to-school and open house events, graduation ceremonies, PGP and PIP evaluations, observations, IAP and student discipline meetings, as well as school board and committee meetings.

Extracurricular Activities

• Attends meetings and functions of employee-sponsored activities, groups, or clubs.
• Attends work concessions or gates as requested by the Principal or designee, if applicable.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education (required).
• Valid Louisiana teaching certification with ESL endorsement (preferred).
• Spanish fluency (strongly preferred).
• Experience working with elementary-level English language learners (preferred).

Skills

• Strong classroom management skills.
• Knowledge of language acquisition theories, best practices, and instructional strategies.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to create an inclusive learning environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, and outside agencies.
• Ability to keep concise records.
• Sensitivity to the developmental stages and well-being of ELLs.
• Ability to incorporate current technology into the classroom.
• Ability to facilitate group discussions, analyze situations, and draw conclusions.
• Ability to work with a diversity of individuals and groups.
• Excellent problem-solving skills to analyze issues and create action plans.
• Ability to adapt to changing work priorities and maintain flexible working hours.
• Ability to establish and maintain constructive relationships.

Pay

Salary offers reflect a commitment to equity and transparency. Each offer is determined by education, years of experience, and alignment with compensation across similar roles within the district.

Work Environment

• Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (e.g., keyboarding, machine operation) during part of the workday.
• Rarely required to exert physical effort in handling objects over 30 pounds.
• Rarely exposed to physical occupational risks (e.g., cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals).
• Rarely exposed to physical environments involving dirt, odors, noise, or weather extremes.
• Normal setting is an office or school environment.