Lower School EAL Teacher/Language Arts Coordinator

EAL Teacher/Language Arts Coordinator

Position Overview
Dwight School, a Pre-K-12 coeducational school on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, is seeking an experienced and innovative EAL Teacher/Language Arts Coordinator for the 2026-2027 academic year.

EAL Responsibilities

• Planning and preparation
  - Demonstrates extensive knowledge of content, IB Program(s), and pedagogy
  - Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of students
  - Demonstrates high-level instructional outcomes and knowledge of resources
  - Designs thoughtful, targeted language instruction designed to help students succeed in the classroom, in their communications, and on assessments
  - Utilizes standardized test data and departmental assessment data to inform planning and instruction in EAL sessions
• The classroom environment
  - Creates and maintains an inclusive classroom environment, containing consistent respect and rapport
  - Establishes and sustains a strong culture for learning
  - Strong classroom management and student behavior management procedures
  - Effectively organizes physical space to maximize learning
• Communication and Collaboration
  - Communicates effectively and appropriately with parents to help support student growth and language acquisition
  - Collaborates effectively with classroom teachers to provide effective push-in support for EAL students in the classroom setting
  - Maintains information on student progress in a fully effective manner, including all required documents
  - Provides clear, regular, and specific information about the progress, goals, and needs of EAL students to each of their classroom teachers, parents, and department head on a monthly basis

Language Arts Coordinator Responsibilities

• Curriculum
  - Partner with the Kindergarten-4 grade-level teaching teams to co-plan, document, and align Language Arts instruction while supporting the ongoing development of the school's literacy curriculum and ensuring vertical and horizontal alignment across grade levels
  - Oversee all Language Arts subscriptions, digital platforms, instructional resources, and materials
  - Observe classroom instruction and provide coaching and feedback to support effective literacy teaching practices
  - Provide targeted literacy support for students through small-group instruction, intervention, enrichment, and acceleration as needed
  - Oversee the administration and tracking of Language Arts assessments
• Community Engagement
  - Act as a visible instructional leader at school events, including admissions, curriculum nights, and family learning events
  - Communicate effectively with families regarding student growth, programming, and opportunities for enrichment in Language Arts
• Administration
  - Serve as a core member of the 94th Street administrative team, supporting daily school operations, including arrival and dismissal, and teacher coverage as needed
  - Manage Language Arts resources and support the implementation of school-wide literacy initiatives
• Professional Development
  - Identify, curate, and share professional development opportunities that support excellence in Language Arts instruction
  - Facilitate professional learning and collaboration among faculty to strengthen literacy teaching practices and promote curricular coherence

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Childhood Education required. Master’s Degree preferred
• TESOL Certification required
• Experience teaching to a wide range of learners including beginning EAL students
• Experience with thoughtful integration of technology into curricula
• Eagerness to contribute positively to the Dwight School community
• Willingness to engage with and learn from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences