Impactful ESL Teacher for Underserved Students

JOURNEY COLEMAN SCHOOL; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

TN state retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement plan

Adoption assistance program

Life insurance/short-term & long-term 

Disability coverage

Job summary

Journey Community Schools in Memphis, TN is seeking an instructor to deliver high-quality instruction in a close-knit school environment where every student is known and valued. You will empower students to take ownership of their learning and contribute to ongoing improvement of our nationally recognized model.

You will collaborate with a professional learning community to fuel growth, align ESL support, and maintain a safe, engaging classroom that helps diverse learners excel academically and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Teaching, or related field preferred.
• Valid teaching credential, including English learner authorization, required.
• Experience in giving presentations and speaking to multiple education levels.
• Bi-lingual Spanish speaking candidates preferred with 1+ year experience in teaching roles.
• Knowledge of State Standards and subject-specific frameworks.
• Knowledge of child cognitive development and various learning styles.
• Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative student data.
• Ability and willingness to reflect and improve instructional practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop course of study based on parents' needs and curriculum guidelines.
• Tailor instruction by developing modifications for different levels of ability and achievement.
• Develop and present lesson plans using lectures, projects, and technology.
• Monitor and evaluate student results with assignments conducive to learning for all levels.
• Align ESL program to build an effective school community with parents.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy educational environment by following standards and procedures.
• Keep a binder with attendance, progress, and notes relevant to the course.
• Enhance the school's reputation by following customer service guidelines.
• Attend school meetings as required by the Principal.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Public speaking

Bilingual Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education

Teaching Credential with English learner authorization

Job description

Journey Community Schools in Memphis, TN is seeking an instructor to deliver high-quality instruction in a close-knit school environment where every student is known and valued. You will empower students to take ownership of their learning and contribute to ongoing improvement of our nationally recognized model.

You will collaborate with a professional learning community to fuel growth, align ESL support, and maintain a safe, engaging classroom that helps diverse learners excel academically and