Multi-Lingual Learner Teacher

Mooresville Graded School District; Mooresville (NC); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A Community School District in Mooresville is seeking a dedicated Multi-Lingual Learner Teacher to provide instructional services to Multi-Lingual Learners. This full-time position requires a Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field. The ideal candidate will develop tailored lesson plans, monitor student progress, and collaborate with families to ensure academic success. Starting immediately, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in students' lives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required for candidates.
• Ability to develop instructional materials and lesson plans.
• Strong communication skills to interact with families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide ML services to Multi-Lingual Learners in compliance with regulations.
• Develop instructional strategies to assist ML students in academics.
• Monitor student progress and maintain compliance with records.

Skills

Student support

Classroom management

Instructional strategies

Communication

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or Multi-Lingual Learner Instruction

Job description

Multi‑Lingual Learner Teacher

Mooresville Graded School District, Curriculum and Instruction – Mooresville, North Carolina

Job Details

Job ID: 5422373

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: October 29, 2025 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full‑Time

Job Description

Reports To: School Principal, ML Program Coordinator and Assistant Superintendent. This position will be located at Selma Burke Middle School for the 2025‑2026 school year.

Minimum Training and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Education or Multi‑Lingual Learner Instruction or relevant field. Must hold or be willing to earn a NC Educator License in Multi‑Language Learner Instruction.

General Nature of Work: Under general supervision, provide ML services to students identified as Multi‑Lingual Learners in accordance with state and federal regulations. Work involves developing and implementing the ML instructional strategies that are compatible with the students’ age, grade and developmental level. The ML teacher is responsible for developing lesson plans, adapting materials, and designing activities to assist ML students to develop appropriate academic, behavioral, and social skills and meet their ML goals. The teacher is responsible for monitoring students’ progress and for maintaining student records in compliance with state and federal guidelines. When providing social skills instruction on campus, the ML teacher will develop engaging lessons focusing on the individual social skill needs of the student. The ML Social Skills teacher should work with the regular education teacher to ensure consistent practices.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as an instructor and ML student case manager, providing student support, and building close learning partnerships with families and teaching team.
• Follow all Regular Education Teacher Expectations – Attendance, Assignments, Grades, Communication Policies, Attend Assigned Staff Meetings, Reporting Concerns.
• Develop and implement an instructional plan that is compatible with the school and system‑wide curricular goals and the student’s educational needs.
• Take responsibility for the development of ML instructional goals; implement instructional strategies, and use diagnostic information obtained from formal and informal assessments.
• Employ a variety of teaching methods to meet student needs. Implementation of these methods may require the adaptation or development of materials for an online environment.
• Communicate with parents regarding their children’s educational progress and complete required periodic written progress reports.
• Consult with parents, district-level professionals, and community support professionals to better understand and meet student needs (when appropriate).
• Maintain student records in accordance with local, state, and federal education statutes.
• Conduct all meetings by the required dates, ensure all required signatures are collected and paperwork is filed and sent home to parents in a timely manner.
• Ensure all general education teachers have the necessary paperwork to include but not limited to updated accommodation lists, behavior plans, medical concerns.
• Treat all students in a fair and equitable manner and effectively interact with all students, co‑workers, parents, and community.

Essential Job Functions

• Use a variety of equipment and classroom tools to provide students access to the curriculum.
• Collect, interpret and use data to make decisions on student programs or progress.
• Receive instructions and/or support from program specialists, lead teachers, or superiors regarding the job role and responsibilities.
• Deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions; be adaptable to performing under stress and when confronted with emergency situations.
• Follow a plan for professional development and demonstrate evidence of growth.
• Attend all required or necessary ML and other school‑related meetings.

Basic Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Maintain basic files and records.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Motivate students.
• Maintain a clean and orderly environment.
• Perform general clerical duties.
• Maintain order and discipline in a classroom.
• Operate common office equipment.
• Perform other related work as required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred).
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Dr. Tracey Waid, Director, Secondary Curriculum – Curriculum and Instruction
• Email: [e-mail]