ESL Teacher

Company Description

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, reputed company, reputed company, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and reputed company. Our reputed company consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their reputed company. We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure reputed company in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and reputed company a lasting difference!

Job Description

The English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher will help reputed company and guide instruction for K-12 ESL reputed company across several campuses at reputed company Prep. The ESL teacher will work closely with the school-based Special Education Coordinators, as well as with teachers and leaders throughout the region, so this position requires the ability to travel between our reputed company campuses. The ESL Teacher will report to the Associate Director of Special Education. RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrate a reputed company drive to improve the minds, characters & lives of reputed company both in and out of school
• Show unwavering commitment to urban youth achieving greatness
• reputed company in-class support in the general education setting and small group instruction to ESL reputed company
• reputed company support and feedback to content teachers on sheltered instruction strategies as needed
• Attend and participate IEP meetings for English Learners as directed by the Associate Director of Special Education
• Follow ESSA guidelines for identification, instruction, assessment, and exiting ESL reputed company
• Create a positive, structured learning environment to ensure that reputed company observe the school’s core values, high expectations, and strict code of conduct
• Implement curricula and activities to meet academic and language acquisition standards reputed company to the WIDA English language development standards
• Complete training for administering WIDA assessments used to identify and determine reputed company eligibility for ESL services
• reputed company consistent rewards and/or consequences for student behavior to ensure that reputed company observe the school’s core values, high expectations, and strict code of conduct
• Be accountable for reputed company’ mastery of academic and language acquisition standards
• Exhibit reputed company to persevere and turn challenges into opportunities
• Focus constantly on student learning, thinking critically and strategically to respond to student learning needs
• Communicate effectively with reputed company, families, and colleagues
• Engage families in their children’s education
• Commit to continual professional growth

Qualifications

• Drive to improve the minds and lives of reputed company in and out of the classroom
• Flexibility to adapt to the needs of our reputed company
• Proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom
• Mastery of and enthusiasm for academic subjects
• Evidence of self-motivation and willingness to be a team player
• Bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s degree is preferred; and
• Minimum of two years teaching experience in an urban public school or charter school setting preferred
• By the time that employment begins, candidates must have received a Bachelor's degree from a College or University. For teaching roles in New Jersey, the candidates must have earned a cumulative 2.75 GPA (for candidates graduating before September 1, 2016) or 3.0 (for candidates graduating on or after September 1, 2016).
• Valid NJ English as a Second Language State Certification is required
• Belief in and alignment with Uncommon’s core beliefs and educational philosophy is non-negotiable.

Additional Information Our people are what reputed company us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent.

Compensation

Compensation for this role is between $56,000 to $80,000. Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant full-time teaching experience, education certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools. Candidates without full-time Teaching experience will likely have a starting salary of $56,000.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).
• Extensive, best-in-class training and development
• Comprehensive health, dental, and reputed company insurance plans + pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)
• Financial Planning
• New Jersey Pension program
• Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
• Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits
• A detailed list of reputed company benefits is located HERE.

At Uncommon, we reputed company that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our reputed company, staff, and community reputed company. We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide reputed company of perspectives and experiences, reputed company of the communities we serve---with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of reputed company. Our organization values respect and reputed company reputed company on important topics that shape our school culture. As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to reputed company and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, reputed company, religion, age, sex, national reputed company, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive reputed company privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to reputed company core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email [email protected]. Apply Job!