FY27: Teacher, ELD, Watkins Mill HS, 1.0 FTE

Montgomery County Public Schools; Montgomery Village (MD); On-site; USD 67,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools seeks a qualified ELD Teacher for Watkins Mill High School. You will plan and deliver English language development instruction to EML students under the supervision of the school principal.

The role requires substantial knowledge of second language teaching methods, plus collaboration with administrators, counselors and teachers to support the ELD program and student success. A Maryland ESOL/ELD certification is required.

Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of second language teaching/learning methods and techniques.
• Ability to work effectively with administrators, counselors and other school staff.
• Fluency in another language preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan for and provide English language development (ELD) instruction for eligible students.
• Collaborate with administrators, counselors, teachers and other school staff about ELD needs and program implementation.
• Explain the ELD instructional program to parents and families; communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Support Emergent Multilingual Learner (EML) students in academic and cultural adjustment.

Skills

Second language teaching

ELD/ESOL program knowledge

Communication skills

Collaboration with staff

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Description - FY27: Teacher, ELD, Watkins Mill HS, 1.0 FTE (26006RQ)

Job Description

FY27: Teacher, ELD, Watkins Mill HS, 1.0 FTE

Job Specific Information : MCEA 10 month:The wage range for this position is a salary between $66,690 and $135,745 based on education and experience. For information about benefits, please follow the link below.https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nCKtJEqy4w4SLTzmvmVXgE8hPfOBolkb/view

MCPS Official Job Description

Summary Description:

Under the direction of the school principal, plans for and provides English language development (ELD) instruction for students who have been identified as eligible for ELD services (formerly known as ESOL) through the state mandated English language proficiency test. Collaborates with administrators, counselors, teachers and other school staff about individual Emergent Multilingual Learner (EML) students and their needs; serves as a resource for information regarding students who are EML, cultural and linguistic differences, English language development, and the ELD instructional program; serves as a resource to explain the ELD instructional program to parents; serves as a resource for students, parents, staff, and community, as needed.Physical Demands:As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job.Special Requirements:None

Knowledge Skills Abilities:

Considerable knowledge of second language teaching/learning methods and techniques. Ability to work effectively with administrators, counselors and other school staff in organizing and implementing the ELD instructional program. Fluency in another language, in addition to English, preferred. Ability to understand and support students in the process of adjustment to the academic and cultural environment in MCPS. Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.

Education Training Experience:

Bachelor^s degree from an accredited college or university.Certificate License:Holds Maryland teacher certification in ESOL/ELD