MLL Teacher

Berkeley Charter Education Association; Goose Creek (SC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Voluntary benefits

401(k) match up to 4%

Benefits concierge

Job summary

Berkeley Charter Education Association in Goose Creek, SC is seeking an MLL Teacher to support students whose primary language is not English by delivering targeted instruction to build language proficiency. You will collaborate with classroom teachers, families, and administrators to ensure equity in access to content and language-focused academic success.

The role emphasizes differentiating instruction, monitoring progress, and contributing to the ILPs and reclassification processes while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and ESL/MLL licensure as required by state.
• Knowledge of second language acquisition theories and best practices.
• Experience with culturally and linguistically diverse students.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct English language instruction aligned with state language proficiency standards.
• Support students’ development in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in English.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to plan and implement effective instructional strategies for MLL students.
• Adapt and scaffold curriculum to meet diverse language proficiency levels.
• Monitor and assess student progress using formative and summative assessments.
• Develop and maintain Individual Language Plans (ILPs) or similar documentation, as required.
• Participate in student identification, placement, and reclassification processes.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and language development.
• Advocate for multilingual learners and promote inclusive classroom practices.
• Maintain accurate student records and comply with federal, state, and district requirements.
• Participate in professional development and staff meetings.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Organizational skills

Bilingual

Culturally responsive

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education, TESOL, Linguistics, or related field

Master’s preferred

ESL/MLL endorsement

Job description

Job Summary

The Multilingual Learner (MLL) Teacher supports students whose primary language is not English by providing targeted instruction to develop English language proficiency. The MLL Teacher collaborates with classroom teachers, administrators, and families to ensure students have equitable access to academic content and achieve language and academic success.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct English language instruction aligned with state language proficiency standards
• Support students’ development in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in English
• Collaborate with general education teachers to plan and implement effective instructional strategies for MLL students
• Adapt and scaffold curriculum to meet diverse language proficiency levels
• Monitor and assess student progress using formative and summative assessments
• Develop and maintain Individual Language Plans (ILPs) or similar documentation, as required
• Participate in student identification, placement, and reclassification processes
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and language development
• Advocate for multilingual learners and promote inclusive classroom practices
• Maintain accurate student records and comply with federal, state, and district requirements
• Participate in professional development and staff meetings

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, TESOL, Linguistics, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
• Valid teaching certification/licensure with ESL/MLL endorsement (as required by state)
• Knowledge of second language acquisition theories and best practices
• Experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse students
• Strong collaboration, communication, and organizational skills

Preferred Skills

• Bilingual or multilingual proficiency
• Experience with co-teaching or push-in instructional models
• Familiarity with language proficiency assessments (e.g., ACCESS, WIDA)
• Ability to use data to inform instruction

Working Conditions

• May work with students individually, in small groups, or within general education classrooms
• Collaboration across grade levels and content areas
• School-based position with regular classroom and meeting responsibilities.

Benefits

Berkeley Charter Education Association (BCEA) offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week.

Benefits include:

• Employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for employees and their eligible dependents
• Life Insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary benefits including Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings plan through Capital Group, with BCEA providing a 100% employer match on employee contributions up to 4% of eligible compensation
• Access to Ask Bennie, a benefits concierge service that assists employees with benefits questions, provider searches, and claims support

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and plan terms and may be modified in accordance with applicable policies.