Elementary - ELL Teacher (Future Opening)

LEAD Public Schools; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based pay potential up to

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development stipend

Job summary

LEAD Public Schools seeks an Elementary English Language Learners (ELL) Teacher to join our Nashville campuses. This role focuses on delivering high-quality ELL instruction aligned with ELP standards, differentiating for diverse learners, and integrating the Whole Child approach to support academic and socio-emotional growth.

You will collaborate with colleagues to monitor progress, analyze data, and implement targeted interventions, while engaging families and the broader community to foster

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Valid teaching license with ESL/ELL endorsement.
• Proven ability to implement data-driven instruction and monitor student outcomes.
• Commitment to the belief that all children can learn with the right support.
• Strong understanding of ELP standards and instructional strategies for ELLs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons that align with ELP standards and meet the needs of ELL students.
• Differentiate instruction to support diverse proficiency levels.
• Integrate Whole Child Approach to address academic, emotional, and social growth.
• Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction.
• Analyze data to identify student needs and develop targeted interventions.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share strategies and ensure data-driven practices.
• Create a classroom environment that reflects joy and inclusion.
• Build relationships with students, families, and communities to foster belonging.
• Participate in professional development and collaborate with the school team.

Skills

Data-driven instruction

ELP knowledge

Equity & inclusion

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

JOB TITLE: Elementary English Language Learners (ELL) Teacher REPORTS TO: Principal Be a LEADer. Teach ELL at LEAD Public Schools

The LEAD Environment

Our elementary schools are dynamic learning communities where joy, excellence, and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. We celebrate diversity and foster meaningful connections with students and families. LEAD teachers are data-driven professionals committed to high standards of academic excellence while supporting the socio-emotional needs of every student.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We are looking for a passionate educator who:

• Believes thatall children learnwith the right support and opportunities.
• Has a thorough understanding ofEnglish Language Proficiency (ELP) standardsand best practices for English Language Learners.
• Embraces adata-driven approach, using assessments and analytics to inform instruction and improve outcomes.
• Thrives in a collaborative and inclusive environment that prioritizesjoy, excellence, and inclusion.
• Is committed to fosteringequityandrespectin a culturally diverse classroom.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Instructional Excellence:
  • Plan and deliver engaging lessons that align with ELP standards and meet the needs of ELL students.
  • Differentiate instruction to support diverse proficiency levels.
  • Integrate the Whole Child Approach to address students' academic, emotional, and social growth.
• Data-Driven Instructional Practices:
  • Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
  • Analyze data to identify student needs, develop targeted interventions, and set goals for improvement.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to share strategies and ensure consistent use of data-driven practices.
• Joy and Inclusion:
  • Create a classroom environment that reflects our school’s commitment to joy and inclusion.
  • Build meaningful relationships with students, families and surrounding communities, fostering a sense of belonging.
  • Celebrate the diverse cultural backgrounds of all students, integrating them into the classroom experience.
• Professional Growth:
  • Uphold the school’s mission, vision, and values in all aspects of your work.
  • Participate actively in professional development opportunities to enhance your instructional skills.
  • Work collaboratively with the school team to support the success of the ELL program and the broader school community.
• Collaboration and Teamwork:
  • Work closely with colleagues to plan and share best instructional practices, coordinate efforts, and support the overall success of the ELL students.
  • Contribute positively to a team-oriented school culture, embracing shared accountability for student outcomes.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Valid teaching license with ESL/ELL endorsement.
• Proven ability to implement data-driven instruction and monitor student outcomes.
• Commitment to the belief that all children can learn and thrive with the right support.
• Strong understanding of ELP standards and instructional strategies for ELLs.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• LEAD Public Schools offers an innovative performance-based compensation plan for teachers. This plan allows us to transparently reward our teachers not by how many years they have worked but rather by their positive impact on students and schools, evidenced by their consistent performance in and out of the classroom. Teachers receive a competitive base salary with the potential for a signing bonus and can earn up to 10% on their base salary each year through our performance-based compensation plan. This plan has been in place for 5 years, and we have seen an average annual increase of over 5% for our teachers with approximately 80% retention for those who qualify. Additionally, teachers are eligible for LEAD’s Master Teacher program after 3 years. In this program, teachers can earn up to $100,000 and receive a $1,500 professional development stipend.
• Robust and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, supplemental insurance, life insurance policy options, and mental health benefits. Application for these benefits may be made immediately upon employment. The policy is effective upon the first of the month following the first day of work.
• Certificated staff have access to the Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System pension plan (TCRS). Eligible staff contribute 5%, and LEAD matches up to 6%. Staff may also be eligible for 401k, in which LEAD will contribute 5%. Participation in TCRS is mandated by the state of TN.
• Non-TCRS eligible staff members are eligible to participate in LEAD’s defined contribution 403b plan. LEAD matches 50% of the first 6% of employee contributions. Additional annual contributions are provided to eligible employees after one year based on LEAD’s overall budget performance. Participation in this plan is voluntary.
• The time off package for school-year employees (teachers, counselors, paraprofessionals) includes 30 paid days during the school year (including holidays, fall break, thanksgiving break, winter break, and spring break). School-year employees also receive summer break. In addition to breaks and holidays, school-year employees can accrue up to 10 PTO days during the school year.
• The time off package for calendar-year employees (Central office, Instructional Managers, Assistant Principals) includes 32 paid days during the school year (including holidays, fall break, thanksgiving break, winter break, spring break). In addition to breaks and holidays, school-year employees can accrue up to 12 PTO days during the school year.
• Parental leave - 16 weeks of paid maternity leave and 6 weeks of paid parental leave (adoption, foster care).
• Teachers are provided with laptop computers with access to the internet and or email to assist them in performing their job responsibilities.