ESL Teacher
Libertas Academy Mission
Through rigorous academics, character development, and strong supports for every learner, Libertas Academy Charter School prepares all sixth through twelfth grade students to succeed within the college of their choice and to be positive, engaged members of their communities.
Organizational Overview
Libertas Academy Charter School is a high expectations, high achieving school that replicates the successful models of other high performing charter schools in Massachusetts and across the country. Within an achievement-oriented culture in which expectations are clear and routines are consistent, and in which the joy of learning, the power of intellectual curiosity, and the development of life-building values are at the center of our seamless 6-12 school, all learners build the skills, knowledge, and character required for college and professional success and a life of positive community engagement.
Qualities Sought
All staff members at Libertas Academy Charter School have a strong commitment to, belief in, and alignment with the mission and vision of our school. Therefore, we seek individuals who believe in our mission and vision; will maintain high expectations for our students both academically and behaviorally; will model our school values of Focus, Integrity, Selfless Service, Respect, and Tenacity; and will reinforce our school-wide expectations. We seek individuals who will do whatever it takes to ensure that the mission of Libertas Academy is fulfilled.
Duties and Responsibilities
As a member of our founding team, teachers play a critical role in ensuring we provide all students with an excellent education. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Advise teachers on modifying/accommodating curriculum for ELL students
- Provide regular (weekly or bi-weekly) updates for teachers about student progress and the content of their ESL course
- Work with teachers to include aligned WIDA standards in curricular planning documents (as required)
- Teach substantially separate-ESL class in accordance with state hour requirements
- Provide inclusion support in content classes for ELL students, if needed, in accordance with state hour requirements
- Provide literacy (or other) instruction specifically during DEAR
- Manage ELL program - paperwork, trainings for teachers, parent & student communication, student testing/screening, compliance, ELL folders
- Manage and oversee roll out of WIDA standards
- Align student support services with the school’s mission and educational philosophy
- Communicate frequently with parents
- Build strong relationships with students, staff, and families
- Perform other duties as assigned
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Do whatever it takes to ensure that the mission of the school is fulfilled
Qualifications:*
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- Education: Bachelor’s Degree required
- Preferred skills and work experience:
- Demonstrates persistence in overcoming and removing obstacles to goal achievement
- Demonstrates a drive, commitment and sense of urgency that inspires others to achieve results
- Demonstrated success working with students in traditionally underserved communities
- Critical thinker and problem-solver
- Collaborative team player
- Willingness to engage in frequent dialogue and to be self-reflective with regard to teaching practices
- Commitment to analyzing student data to push student achievement forward
- Ability to work with a variety of learning abilities and differentiate for those students with special needs and English Learners
- Successful classroom manager who firmly believes that a structured environment and high behavioral expectations for all students lead to student achievement
- Spanish fluency highly desirable
Salary & Benefits
Libertas Academy Charter School offers a competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits.
Apply Now
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to
Commitment to Diversity
As an equal opportunity employer, Libertas Academy hires without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
