Instructional Support & Differentiation Specialist

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• Ensure deliverables align with core lessons, standards, and learning goals
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• 5+ years of experience supporting multilingual learners across varying reputed company of English proficiency, including designing or implementing supports across listening, speaking, reading, and writing (K–2 experience especially valued)
• Multilingual Learner expertise (required):
• Training or certification in multilingual learner instruction (e.g., ESL/ENL licensure, TESOL certification, or degree in Bilingual Education)
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• Background in special education, UDL, MTSS, or RTI
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