EL Resource - Bilingual

LEARN Charter School; Great Lakes (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid vacation, personal days, holidays

Short and long term disability

Pet Insurance

403B contribution + 4.5% matching

Other benefits as eligible

Job summary

LEARN Charter School Network seeks an ESL-Bilingual Teacher to provide academic instruction to English Learners, delivering bilingual classroom experiences in English and Spanish.

You will adapt lessons to individual learning plans, administer language assessments, maintain student records, and collaborate with staff to support language development across Reading, Writing, Math, and Science. A valid Illinois ESL certification and bilingual proficiency are required.

Qualifications

• Proof of proficiency in English and Spanish for bilingual certification.
• Valid Illinois ESL certification.
• Valid Illinois teaching certification.
• Bachelor's degree with experience in multicultural setting.
• Ability to translate English/Spanish quickly and accurately.
• Experience in K-8 regular education or bilingual classrooms.

Responsibilities

• Instruct English Learners to improve academic success.
• Develop and deliver lessons per established curriculum.
• Adapt instruction to address individualized learning plans.
• Administer language assessments (MODEL, W-APT, ACCESS).
• Maintain organized records of student achievement and progress.
• Collaborate with EL coordinator and staff to support language development.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents and colleagues.
• Create a classroom culture conducive to learning.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication skills

Organizational skills

MS Office

Education

Illinois ESL certification

Illinois teaching certification

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Founded in 2001, LEARN is a non profit network of PreK-8th grade elementary schools that is creating measurable, transformational change in the lives of its students. We currently educate 4,100 students, a majority low-income, minority student population (88% and 98%, respectively), across 11 campuses across Chicago, Lake County, and Washington D.C.Our schools provide a rigorous educational program that is built upon an intimate understanding of each student’s individual learning style and academic needs. We are guided by five core values which include: expectations of high achievement; mutual respect; the development of a safe and nurturing environment; active family involvement; and the positive development of the Whole Child.LEARN alumni graduate college at 2x the rate of their peers, exceeding city, state and national averages. Our college graduation rate is 10 points above the national average for all students regardless of socio-economic status or ethnicity. We are proud to be closing the achievement gap.PURPOSEThe purpose of the ESL-Bilingual Teacher is to provide academic instruction to English Learners. S/he will develop and deliver lesson plans to groups and individual students utilizing academic development language standards.What You'll DoInstructs English Learners for the purpose of improving their success in academics and skillsDevelops lesson plans and delivers group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines.Adapts classroom work for the purpose of providing students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans.Implements LEARN’s English Learners program design to fulfill the requirements of support for English learners needing academic content areas including Reading, Writing, Math, and Science.Obtains training for and assists with administration of language assessments for the purpose of evaluating student language proficiency (MODEL and/or W-APT and screenings, ACCESS test).Maintains organized records of documentation regarding student achievement in core coursesProduces progress reports and report cards on regular and as-needed basis.Utilizes evidence-based instructional strategies which support language learning in core content subjects.Collaborates with English Learners coordinator and other staff to support students experiencing academic performance challenges related to English language learning.Interprets student performance data and implements appropriate support structuresCommunicates and confers effectively both orally and in written form with students, parents, colleagues and administration.Uses audiovisual aids, computers, and or other interactive technology to supplement and support lessons.Creates a classroom culture conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.Keeps informed of and complies with school, Network, and state regulations and policies for classroom teachers.Schedules student groups.Other duties as assigned by supervisor.What You'll NeedProof of Proficiency in both English and Spanish (for BILINGUAL certified teachers)Valid Illinois ESL certificationValid Illinois teaching certificationBachelor's degree with experience working in a multicultural settingAbility to make technically correct translations from English to Spanish and Spanish to English with speed and accuracyKnowledge of evidence-based language acquisition strategiesKnowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal CharacteristicsProficiency with Microsoft Office tools (i.e., Word, Power Point, Excel, etc.), internet research and database functionalityExcellent organizational, verbal and written communication skillsProfessional demeanorExperience in developing and implementing proceduresAbility to multi-task and manage competing priorities and a diverse workload, while achieving results in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environmentDetail oriented and highly organizedAbility to diffuse tense situations and get others organized to meet project expectationsHigh degree of initiative and independent judgmentAbility to tactfully and effectively deal with public and staff at all levels in a personable and professional mannerA high level of energy and a consistently positive attitudeCertifications, Licenses, RegistrationsProof of Proficiency in both English and Spanish (for BILINGUAL certified teachers)Valid Illinois ESL certificationValid Illinois teaching certificationPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS3 years of experience in K-8 regular education or bilingual classroomBenefits SummaryWe offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for all full time employees, including:Medical, Dental and Vision InsurancePaid vacation, personal days, paid holidaysShort and long term disabilityPaid life insurancePet Insurance403B Contribution + 4.5% matching as eligiblePHYSICAL DEMANDSNature of work requires an ability to operate standard business office equipment. Requires ability to communicate and exchange information, collect, compile and prepare work documents, set-up and maintain work files. Physically demands require the ability to stand, bend, reach high and low, stoop, walk around the classroom and kneel upwards of 60% of the day. In addition walking up and down stairs several times a day, must be able to lift 15 to 20 pounds for short periods of time and push and pull 15 to 20 lbs.WORKING CONDITIONSMajority of work performed in a school environment. This role requires participation and attendance at school-sponsored events and meetings.This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of LEARN Charter Schools Network. Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility.#LRN1