Position Details
- Reporting Manager: Principal
- Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt
- Type: Regular, Part-Time (12-Month)
- Program: Stellar Oaks Virtual Academy (IA)
Overview
The English Learner (EL) Teacher (6-12) will be responsible for providing direct English language development instruction and support to English Learners in grades 6-12 in a virtual learning environment. This position partners with students, families, teachers, and school leaders to promote language acquisition, academic success, and compliance with federal and state English Learner requirements. Responsibilities include delivering English Learner services, administering language proficiency assessments, monitoring student progress, and maintaining required program documentation.
Essential Duties
- Deliver direct English language development (ELD) instruction to English Learners in grades 6-12 through live virtual instruction and small-group learning.
- Develop and implement instructional strategies that promote English language acquisition in listening, speaking, reading, speaking, and writing.
- Differentiate instruction based on students' English language proficiency levels, academic needs, and language goals.
- Administer required English language proficiency assessments in accordance with Iowa Department of Education and federal requirements.
- Develop, implement, and maintain Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) and all required English Learner documentation.
- Monitor student progress using assessment and language proficiency data and adjust instruction to support student growth.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to implement instructional accommodations and language supports across content areas.
- Participate in ILP meetings and collaborate with administrators, counselors, intervention teams, and families to support student success.
- Maintain accurate records of student services, assessment results, progress monitoring, and compliance documentation.
- Maintain regular communication with families regarding student progress and language development.
- Support on-site testing events periodically throughout the year (required).
- Participate in virtual professional development and collaborate with colleagues on instructional best practices.
- Attend virtual staff meetings and contribute to the overall success of the organization.
- You will play a key role in our collective success by proactively pivoting to support emerging business needs and strategic priorities directed by your manager.
Knowledge, Skills & Attributes
- Minimum of two (2) years of successful experience providing English Learner (EL) or English as a Second Language (ESL) services, preferably in grades 6-12; virtual teaching experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of second language acquisition, evidence-based instructional practices, and language development.
- Thorough understanding of federal and Iowa requirements related to English Learner identification, service delivery, assessment, and compliance.
- Experience administering English language proficiency assessments and interpreting student data preferred.
- Proven experience working independently with minimal supervision, including the ability to manage a digital task list and maintain a stable remote (home-office) infrastructure.
- Minimum of 1–2 years of experience using the Google Workspace suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive) in a professional or academic setting.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate complex ideas via written channels (Email, Google Chat, and Document Comments) with high clarity and low ambiguity.
- Access to a private, secure, high-speed internet connection with a minimum of 25 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload speeds.
Education & Certification Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required; Master's degree in TESOL, ESL, Education, or a related field preferred.
- Valid Iowa teaching license with an English as a Second Language (ESL) endorsement required
Benefits & Incentives (Full-Time Only)
- Competitive vacation and paid time off plans
- Comprehensive medical (HMO, HDHP, and PPO), dental, and vision plans with varying coverage for employees and their families, with options available in all states, including a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) option.
- 401(k) retirement plan (pre- and post-tax options) with matching contribution up to 3% after one year of employment
- Additional supplemental disability, life, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, legal aid, and ID theft protection plans
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Two paid closure weeks each year (weeks of July 4 and December 25)
- 11 Company-paid Holidays
Employment "At-Will" Statement: For W-2 employment, Stellar Virtual is an at-will employer. This means the employee and Stellar Virtual can terminate the employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, as legally permitted. This job description does not guarantee continued employment or a contract. All 1099 status is excluded.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): Stellar Virtual is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
