High School ESL & Multilingual Language Educator

Sylvania; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Kalamazoo Public Schools in Kalamazoo, MI, seeks a High School Multilingual Language (ML) Teacher to support students whose primary language is not English. This 10-month, full-time role is governed by the KEA salary schedule and grade, with a salary range of $47,599–$93,010.

Required are a four-year degree, valid Michigan ESL certificate (NS), and the ability to be Highly Qualified in the content area. Strong communication skills and experience with diverse populations are valued.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree from an accredited teacher preparation program.
• Valid Michigan certificate with English as a Second Language (NS).
• Must be Highly Qualified in the content area.
• Demonstrated skill in oral and written communication.
• Experience with non-English speaking populations.
• Minimum three years of successful experience working with children and families in an urban educational setting and/or diverse/multi-cultural setting.
• Successful classroom teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teaches District approved curriculum.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Prepares for all classes assigned.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media specific to ESL students.
• Assists the administration in implementing policies and rules governing student life and conduct, and maintains order in the classroom.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis, keeps appropriate records, and provides progress reports as required.
• Identifies students struggling academically or behaviorally to the child study team and seeks assistance as required.
• Available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
• Evaluates pupils’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
• Establishes and maintains reasonable standards and procedures for pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

ESL instruction

Education

Four-year degree from an accredited teacher preparation program

Job description

Kalamazoo Public Schools in Kalamazoo, MI, seeks a High School Multilingual Language (ML) Teacher to support students whose primary language is not English. This 10-month, full-time role is governed by the KEA salary schedule and grade, with a salary range of $47,599–$93,010.

Required are a four-year degree, valid Michigan ESL certificate (NS), and the ability to be Highly Qualified in the content area. Strong communication skills and experience with diverse populations are valued.