EL Teacher - Great Lakes Learning Academy

Connections Academy; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Connections Academy is seeking an English Language Learner (ELL) teacher to work from East Lansing, MI or a home office option. The role involves virtually managing ELL instruction, coordinating screenings, and collaborating with students, families, and teachers to ensure student success.

The position requires Michigan teaching certification, strong technology skills (Microsoft Office and Google Suite), and the ability to communicate effectively.

Qualifications

• Qualified and certified to teach the appropriate subject in Michigan.
• Michigan residency preferred.
• Strong technology skills (Microsoft Office and Google Suite).
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Highly organized and punctual.
• Travel to and attendance at in-person events including State Testing.
• Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Virtual management of instructional programs for ELL students via telephone and Internet.
• Consult with students, learning coaches and teachers to support student success.
• Coordinate language proficiency screenings and testing as mandated in Michigan.
• Attend local and state-provided professional development for ELL compliance and instruction.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to support student learning.
• Review curriculum and adapt lesson presentation to improve understanding.
• Communicate with parents and students to develop and update ELL Program Plans.

Skills

Excellent communication

Highly organized

Team player

Flexible

Technology proficiency

Education

Michigan teaching certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Job Details

Posting Details

• Posted on November 9, 2026

Locations

• Showing 1 location Home-based, MI
  2875 Eyde Pkwy #200
  East Lansing, MI 48823, USA
• Remote
• Teaching
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: ELTEA018474

Description

School Summary

Great Lakes Learning Academy is authorized by Central Michigan University. The school is operated by Great Lakes Learning Academy, a nonprofit corporation, through a contract with Connections Education, LLC, to provide its educational program and other services. The school is governed by an independent board of directors, and all board meetings are open to the public.

Position Summary and Responsibilities

Working from our office in East Lansing, Michigan, or your home office, the ELL teacher will virtually manage instructional programs for ELL students via telephone and Internet with the use of various curriculum tools. The ELL teacher will consult regularly with students, learning coaches and teachers to ensure the success of every ELL student. In addition, the ELL teacher will be responsible for the successful completion of the following tasks:

• Coordinate language proficiency screenings and testing as mandated in Michigan
• Ensure compliances 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 the GLLA’s curriculum, as applicable
• Design and Facilitate staff Professional Learning opportunities in the areas of ELL
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Qualified and certified to teach the appropriate subject in Michigan
• Michigan Residency preferred
• 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 fast paced environment
• Team player track record
• Strong interpersonal skills which include 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. This may require overnight travel.
• Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed to support some families

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