K-12 ELL Language Instructor

Global Education Excellence; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Educational Excellence (GEE) is seeking an ELL Teacher to support language acquisition at Central Academy in Ann Arbor, MI. The role focuses on designing and delivering language support for students whose first language is not English.

You will use evidence-based strategies to advance academic language proficiency, collaborate with classroom teachers, and ensure access to content while aligning with WIDA standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Michigan teaching certificate with ESL/ELL or Bilingual endorsement (NZ, NE, or equivalent) as defined by the Michigan State Board of Education.
• CAP eligibility if not yet certified; pathway to Michigan certification.
• Satisfactory criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Assess language proficiency using WIDA screener and ACCESS; maintain progress records for all ELL students.
• Provide direct instruction, co-teaching, and push-in/pull-out language support aligned with WIDA standards.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to differentiate content-area instruction for English learners.
• Identify and enroll students with Limited English Proficiency; maintain ELL program records per MDE requirements.
• Serve as a liaison between families, school staff, and community resources.
• Participate in Child Study Team meetings and professional development.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Global Educational Excellence (GEE) is seeking an ELL Teacher to support language acquisition at Central Academy in Ann Arbor, MI. The role focuses on designing and delivering language support for students whose first language is not English.

You will use evidence-based strategies to advance academic language proficiency, collaborate with classroom teachers, and ensure access to content while aligning with WIDA standards.