Virtual ELL Teacher - Online Language Learning Specialist

Connections Academy; Okemos (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Connections Academy in Michigan seeks an EL/ML Teacher to oversee virtual instruction for ELL students. You will coordinate screenings, ensure state compliance, and collaborate with students, families, and staff to tailor lessons and monitor progress.

The role requires Michigan teaching certification, strong technology skills, and willingness to travel for state testing and events throughout the school year.

Qualifications

• Qualified and certified to teach the appropriate subject in Michigan.
• Michigan Residency preferred.
• Strong technology skills especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Highly organized and punctual.
• Student and family focused approach.
• Travel to and attendance at in-person events, including State Testing, is required throughout the school year.
• Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed to support some families.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate language proficiency screenings and testing as mandated in Michigan.
• Ensure compliances with state-timelines for tasks such as Beginning of the Year, Middle of the Year and End of the Year.
• Attend local and state-provided professional development training related to ELL compliance and instruction.
• Collaborate with appropriate stakeholders to support student learning.
• Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
• Communicate with parents and students on a consistent, regular basis to develop and update ELL Program Plans and schedules, discuss assessments, provide feedback on student work, suggest instructional approaches and strategies, monitor completion of assignments and coach special projects.
• Conduct ELL focused conferences in a timely manner.
• Become proficient with supplemental programs to support English Language Learners in the virtual setting, including interpreting data within the programs.
• Develop a general knowledge of the MICA’s curriculum, as applicable.
• Design and Facilitate staff Professional Learning opportunities in the areas of ELL
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Excellent communication

Highly organized

Flexibility

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Travel for in-person events

Education

Michigan Teaching Certification

Job description

Connections Academy in Michigan seeks an EL/ML Teacher to oversee virtual instruction for ELL students. You will coordinate screenings, ensure state compliance, and collaborate with students, families, and staff to tailor lessons and monitor progress.

The role requires Michigan teaching certification, strong technology skills, and willingness to travel for state testing and events throughout the school year.