Position: English Learner (EL) Teacher Location: Stacy Middle SchoolSchedule: 2026-2027 School Year Salary: Per Teachers ContractTo Start: August 24, 2026 (plus, two additional days)Qualifications: Massachusetts certification as a teacher in English as a Second Language (PreK-6) and/or (5-12), requiredWorking knowledge of the Massachusetts Core-Content Frameworks and WIDA 2020 ELD StandardsKnowledge of second language learning and sheltering content, Massachusetts standards-based ESL Curriculum Units, standard and alternative methods of assessment, and data-driven instructionWIDA ACCESS Test Administrator: Online and AlternateDemonstrated ability to co-teach in the SEI classroom: course work and/or experience in co-planning, co-teaching, co-assessment, and co-reflection with a Sheltered Content Immersion (SCI) core-academic teacherExtensive coursework completion in teaching reading/literacy skills to students at the middle school levelExperience working with Students with Limited and/or Interrupted Formal Education (SLIFE) and English learner-students with disabilities (ELSWD)Training and experience in Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)Excellent computer/technology skills with the ability to utilize various computer software and app programs (student database: Aspen, Google Suite, Ellevation, iReady, TalkingPoints, Clever, etc.)Committed to the vision of high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, the achievement of academic and linguistic proficiency for all students, and the closing of the achievement gapDeep understanding in the advancement of cultural proficiency, equity, diversity, and inclusion in classroom and school environmentsA self-reflective, active learner capable of interactive dialogue with all members of the school communityA positive person, willing to become involved in the academic and social aspects of school lifeBilingual: Spanish and/or Portuguese, preferredDuties & Responsibilities: Teach English Language Development (ELD) to English Learners (ELs) in a self-contained ESL classroom and/or co-teach in Sheltered Content Immersion (SCI) classrooms Teach explicit ELD to dually identified ELSWD students at varying English Proficiency levels, aligned to WIDA Can Dos Develop and refine in-district ESL content-integrated curriculum maps, aligned to MA Frameworks and WIDA 2020 Standards.Assessment administration, including WIDA ACCESS, in-district progress monitoring assessments, and involvement in MCAS administration of ELsAdminister EL department common progress monitoring assessments and adjust practice to ensure student growth in the four domains of language: listening, speaking, reading, and writingDevelop, implement, and consistently monitor language goals and objectives for students, specifically students on an ELSP, following the English learner frameworks and keep parents informed about student language development progressCommunicate regularly with EL families via email, face-to-face meetings, and communication apps (i.e. TalkingPoints) and participate in school-based parent engagement eventsCollaborate with EL Coordinator/building administration on budget and purchase orders on the instruction of ELsPartner with the EL Coordinator to implement English Learner Success Plan (ELSP) goals with students who have not made adequate progress and monitor the students success toward ELSP goals.Work with the IEP Team and Special Education Team Chair to discuss ELSWD culturally and linguistically relevant IEP development, accommodations, and modifications, aligned to ELs language proficiency level and disability. Suggest the appropriate WID ACCESS accommodations for the ELSWDs IEP.Provide a safe and respectful learning environment that fosters social and emotional competencies and empowers multilingual students to be skilled and competent communicators who actively participate as leaders in their school communityAbility to actively collaborate with other members of the department and team.
