English Language Development Specialist for ELLs

Uncommon Schools; New York (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Best-in-class training and development

Health, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) retirement with employer match

Parental and medical leave

Mental health and counseling support

Job summary

Uncommon Schools seeks an English as a New Language Specialist to support English Language Learners and collaborates with General Education colleagues. They also provide crucial academic interventions to students who are developing their English language skills and believe they are capable of high academic achievement.

You will review intake assessments and tailor instruction, provide small-group and push-in support, and partner with teachers and families to ensure language access and

Qualifications

• Commitment to supporting students’ social-emotional and academic development.
• Enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in students' best interests.
• A self-directed learner who seeks feedback to improve outcomes.
• 1-2 years experience in urban K-12 settings (preferred).
• TESOL certification required.

Responsibilities

• Review intake assessments and tailor services to English learners.
• Provide small group instruction for entering and emerging English Language Learners.
• Push-in support for English Language Learners across grade/content areas.
• Collaborate with general education teachers and advocate for accommodations.
• Engage with families to address questions about progress and accommodations.
• Use data to refine curriculum and instruction.
• Collaborate with teachers, leaders, and families to analyze trends and ensure language access.
• Gather growth data and write goals to support English proficiency.
• Teach newcomers across grade levels and differentiate instruction.

Skills

K-12 urban education impact

Collaboration with general education

Willingness to receive feedback

TESOL certification

Job description

Uncommon Schools seeks an English as a New Language Specialist to support English Language Learners and collaborates with General Education colleagues. They also provide crucial academic interventions to students who are developing their English language skills and believe they are capable of high academic achievement.

You will review intake assessments and tailor instruction, provide small-group and push-in support, and partner with teachers and families to ensure language access and