Special Education Teacher

Noble Network of Charter; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Noble Network of Charter in Chicago seeks a full-time ML/ELL Coordinator to support multilingual and English language learner students. The role designs instructional supports, monitors progress, coaches teachers, and ensures compliance with state and federal regulations across campuses.

You will lead professional development, coordinate assessments, maintain documentation, and collaborate with school leaders to align ML/ELL programming with district goals and equity priorities.

Qualifications

• Expertise in multilingual/ELL instruction and language acquisition strategies.
• Experience interpreting language proficiency scores and tracking student growth.
• Ability to coach educators, lead trainings, and build relationships with families.
• Knowledge of state and federal ML/ELL regulations, including documentation and reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement instructional supports for ML/ELL students.
• Monitor student progress and inform instructional decisions with data.
• Coach teachers, lead professional development sessions, and foster collaboration.
• Communicate with families about student progress and program goals.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance across campuses.

Skills

ELL instruction

Assessment/data interpretation

Staff coaching

Regulatory compliance

Collaboration with families

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education

Advanced degree or coursework in ESL/bilingual education or linguistics (preferred)

Job description

Company Description Noble Network of Charter is a higher education organization headquartered at 3645 W Chicago Ave in Chicago, Illinois. The network focuses on providing rigorous, student-centered academic programs that prepare learners for success in college and beyond. Noble emphasizes equitable access to quality education, fostering inclusive school communities that support diverse student needs. Team members collaborate across campuses to deliver strong instructional support, data-informed practices, and holistic services for students and families. The organization values professional growth, offering opportunities for educators and coordinators to develop their skills and advance their careers.

Role Description The ML/ELL Coordinator is a full-time, on-site role based in Chicago, IL, responsible for supporting multilingual and English language learner students. This role involves designing and implementing instructional supports, monitoring student progress, and collaborating with teachers to ensure effective language development strategies in the classroom. The coordinator will oversee compliance with relevant state and federal regulations, manage assessments, and maintain accurate documentation related to ML/ELL services. Daily responsibilities include coaching staff on best practices, facilitating professional development, communicating with families about student progress, and partnering with school leadership to align ML/ELL programming with broader academic goals. The ML/ELL Coordinator will also contribute to program evaluation and continuous improvement efforts to better serve emerging bilingual students.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in multilingual/ELL instruction, including language acquisition strategies, sheltered instruction, and differentiation for diverse learners.
• Experience with assessment and data practices, such as interpreting language proficiency scores, tracking student growth, and using data to inform instructional decisions.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to coach educators, lead trainings, and build positive relationships with students, families, and staff.
• Knowledge of relevant state and federal regulations related to ML/ELL programs, including documentation, compliance, and reporting requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field; advanced degree or specialized coursework in ESL, bilingual education, or linguistics is preferred.
• Teaching certification or licensure appropriate to the role, with ESL, bilingual, or related endorsement strongly preferred.
• Experience working in K–12 or secondary education settings, ideally within urban or charter school environments.
• Commitment to educational equity, culturally responsive practices, and inclusive support for students from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds.