SY 25-26 High School English Language Learners (ELL) Teacher

Mesacharter; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate High School English Language Learners Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. This role involves teaching and providing tailored support to English Language Learners, fostering strong relationships with students, and collaborating with colleagues to enhance educational practices. The ideal candidate will have a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, along with a proven track record of success in the classroom. Join a team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of students in a vibrant and inclusive environment, where your contributions will be valued and impactful.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's degree required, Master's preferred.
• Three years of teaching experience in urban settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach and support English Language Learners through various instructional methods.
• Communicate regularly with caregivers about student interactions.

Skills

Teaching English Language Learners

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Adaptability

Cultural Competence

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Job description

SY 25-26 High School English Language Learners (ELL) Teacher

Location: Bushwick - Brooklyn, NY

School Year: 2024-2025

Employment Type: Full-Time / On-Site / Start Date - Immediate Hire

Responsibilities:

1. Teach and provide services to all of MESA’s English Language Learners, both through push-in and through sheltered instruction pull-out.
2. Lead or assist with administration of NYSESLAT and all other assessments, including those that may be necessary to identify ELL students.
3. Assist subject-area teachers with adapting lessons to needs of ELL students, and provide ongoing training on best practices for reaching ELL students.
4. Build relationships with all students. MESA teachers believe that rapport is key to student engagement and motivation.
5. Attend, participate in, and facilitate team meetings and professional development opportunities, as well as common planning times. MESA believes that good professional development is interactive, practical, and teacher-driven.
6. Communicate regularly with caregivers about both positive and negative interactions with students, making a minimum of two positive contacts (phone, email, or text message) with caregivers per week.
7. Teach one week of Intersession enrichment program based on teacher interest (additional stipend provided).
8. Maintain duties as Advisor.
9. Other duties, as assigned by the Principal.

Qualifications:

1. Minimum Bachelor’s degree in subject area to be taught, Master’s Degree preferred.
2. Preferred minimum of three years teaching experience in an urban public or charter school setting, or similar background.
3. Proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom and commitment to accountability.
4. Belief in and alignment with MESA’s core values, educational philosophy and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
5. Valid New York State Certification strongly preferred.
6. Candidates fluent in a language other than English (preferably Spanish) are highly encouraged to apply.

Salary: $60,000 - $100,000, based on experience.

Our Commitment:

MESA is committed to attracting, hiring and retaining a diverse and inclusive staff. It is MESA’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

How to Apply:

Please email your resume and cover letter to Arthur Samuels, Co-Executive Director, at [e-mail] with the subject heading “25-26 High School ELL Teacher.” Cover letter should specifically indicate why you want to work at MESA. APPLY BY EMAIL ONLY. Due to the nature of the position and the volume of applications received, MESA will not be able to reply to all submissions. MESA will contact candidates with next steps.