K-8 ELD Teacher: Empower Multilingual Learners

The Consortium of Jewish Day Schools; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Seattle Hebrew Academy seeks an experienced English Language Development Teacher to support K–8 students developing English proficiency. The role emphasizes individualized and small-group instruction and collaboration with General Studies, Judaic Studies, and Learning Center teams.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred), EL certification, and strong skills in differentiating instruction, assessment, and family communication to help multilingual learners succeed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• EL/ESOL/TESOL/TOEFL/CELTA/DELTA/ML or EL certification preferred.
• Teaching certification preferred.
• Experience teaching English learners in elementary or middle school settings.
• Strong understanding of second-language acquisition and effective ELL practices.
• Hebrew knowledge is beneficial but not required.
• Experience with differentiated instruction and small group intervention.
• Knowledge of UDL and inclusive instructional practices preferred.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students across ages, languages, cultures, and needs.
• Warm, flexible, organized, and committed to supporting the whole child.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group English language instruction for K–8.
• Support students in speaking, listening, reading, writing, vocabulary, and academic English.
• Differentiate instruction based on students' ages, proficiency levels, and learning needs.
• Help students access grade-level curriculum and assignments.
• Collaborate with Gesher Program Director, teachers and Learning Center to identify needs and supports.
• Develop instructional goals and monitor student progress.
• Collaborate with teachers to adapt lessons, materials, and assessments.
• Provide teachers with strategies for multilingual learners in the classroom.
• Communicate with teachers and families about progress as appropriate.
• Maintain organized records of instruction, goals, and progress.
• Help students build confidence and independence as English learners.
• Participate in student support meetings and intervention plans.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Differentiated instruction

Small-group instruction

Classroom management

Cultural responsiveness

Multilingual learners

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

EL certification or endorsement

Teaching certification

Job description

Seattle Hebrew Academy seeks an experienced English Language Development Teacher to support K–8 students developing English proficiency. The role emphasizes individualized and small-group instruction and collaboration with General Studies, Judaic Studies, and Learning Center teams.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred), EL certification, and strong skills in differentiating instruction, assessment, and family communication to help multilingual learners succeed.