K-12 ESL Teacher

Global Education Excellence; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Pillars Academy in Southfield, MI is seeking an ELL Teacher to design and deliver language acquisition support for students whose first language is not English. The role emphasizes evidence-based strategies to advance language proficiency and access to content.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree and a valid Michigan teaching certificate with an ESL/ELL or Bilingual endorsement. CAP eligibility offers a pathway to certification, along with a required satisfactory background check.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with an ESL/ELL or Bilingual endorsement.
• CAP eligibility may apply for certification path.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Classroom instruction

Collaboration

Assessment literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree

ESL/ELL endorsement

CAP program eligibility

Tools

WIDA Assessments

Job description

Pillars Academy
Southfield, MI 48033, USA

Description

FLSA Status: Exempt | Full-Time

Reports To: Academy Principal

ABOUT GEE

Global Educational Excellence (GEE) operates a network of charter schools across Southeast Michigan focused on academic achievement and community. Our staff benefit from structured mentorship, weekly professional development, and a collaborative school culture.

POSITION SUMMARY

The ELL Teacher designs and delivers language acquisition support for students whose first language is not English, using evidence-based strategies to advance academic language proficiency and content access.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree required
• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with an ESL/ELL or Bilingual endorsement (NZ, NE, or equivalent) as defined by the Michigan State Board of Education
• Candidates who do not yet hold a Michigan teaching certificate may qualify through enrollment in GEE's Career Advancement Program (CAP), which provides a supported pathway to Michigan certification. CAP eligibility is determined at the time of application.
• Satisfactory criminal background check

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assess student language proficiency using WIDA screener and ACCESS assessments; maintain accurate 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 properly 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

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to perform the physical demands of the role, including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, and standing for extended periods. Work environment includes elevated noise levels.

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this role. It is not exhaustive. GEE reserves the right to amend responsibilities to meet organizational needs.

Global Educational Excellence is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. #HPGEE