MLL (MultiLingual Language Learner) Teacher (SY 26 - 27)
Great Oaks Legacy Charter SchoolNewark, New Jersey, United States · Posted 5 months agoDescription
ABOUT GREAT OAKS LEGACY CHARTER SCHOOL
The Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is a high-performing, innovative charter public school in Newark NJ, serving students from Pre-K to 12th grade on campuses across the city of Newark. Our mission is to prepare Newark’s students for success in college and beyond.
Our model is based on the following guiding principles that guide our work daily –
- Creating a community that is built upon genuine and meaningful relationships. GOLCS staff rate our commitment to students as the #1 reason they teach/work at our schools.
- Being surgical in our approach to differentiation of instruction and support for all students and team members. Our students receive daily tutoring embedded into their school schedule - facilitated by our AmeriCorps team members. Staff members receive individualized coaching and support in their roles.
- Setting and exceeding high expectations for academic growth and character development for all students, in preparation for success in college and beyond. Currently, the historical college matriculation rate for GOLCS is 79% - nearly twice the national average for economically underrepresented students.
The MLL (MultiLingual Language Learner) Teacher is responsible for ensuring effective English instruction for students who are newcomers or current students, whose native language is not English.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Effectively plan, organize, and provide instruction in English that meet state and federal standards and is coordinated with the district’s/school’s instructional program so as to ensure that students meet and exceed learning targets.
- Provide consistent instruction in English language skills, including, reading, writing, speaking and grammar
- Support students with accessing content in all subjects.
- Develop and deliver lesson plans that utilize a broad range of appropriate teaching techniques and strategies.
- Address all aspects of communication through appropriate instruction that develops each student’s ability to read, write, speak, and listen in the appropriate content area.
- Monitor and administer student progress and assist with testing (academic and language assessments) for the purpose of evaluating student progress for meeting academic learning targets and progress in language acquisition.
- Maintain complete and accurate records of student progress and evidence of growth and progress.
- Provide a nurturing and supportive learning environment that encourages student responsibility and incorporates challenging instructional strategies.
- As needed adapt curriculum to provide individual, small group, and/or remedial instruction as to meet the needs of individual students and subgroups of students
- Establish and maintain standards of student behavior required to run an orderly and productive classroom environment as aligned to school culture
- Employ a variety of instructional techniques and strategies to meet different aptitudes and interests of students
- Manage allotted learning time to maximize student achievement
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to discuss student progress and best practices
- Travel between campuses as necessary to ensure delivery of instruction.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP & EVALUATION
This position will report to the Associate Director of Student Services and School Directors and will receive informal feedback, at least biweekly through observations and interactions, weekly check-ins, and formal evaluations two times per year.
QUALIFICATIONS
- New Jersey ESL Teacher Certificate Required
- 3+ Years Experience preferred.
- Experience serving students from linguistically diverse backgrounds
- Commitment to the GOLCS core values and practices.
- Urban school-based work experience, excellent verbal and written skills in communicating with diverse audiences.
- Experience analyzing student data and creating action plans that support student goals.
- Openness to feedback, and willingness to take responsibility for student success.
- Attention to detail.
- Flexibility under pressure.
- Successfully completes required criminal history proof of U.S citizenship or legal resident status.
Nice to Haves
- Knowledge of the Science of Reading and how it supports Multilingual Learners
- SIOP training
- Experience in a high-performing district or charter environment
- Experience with students in K-8.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School offers a competitive and equitable compensation package that increases based on years of relevant experience, with a minimum base salary of $69,500.00, along with a comprehensive benefits package.
- Robust medical, dental, and vision insurance plans w/ comprehensive network coverage.
- Up to $5,250 per year in tax exempt student loan and tuition reimbursement.
- Reimbursements for external professional development aligned to your role.
- Wellness reimbursements including gym memberships, spa services, and more.
- Online counseling services - for staff and their dependents - via top-rated therapy app.
- Pre-tax state pension plan benefit w/ addl. options available via voluntary retirement plans.
- Pre-tax dependent care, health, and transit flexible spending plans available.
- 10 days Network Vacation (prorated based on start date) in addition to 10 days PTO annually
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, & ACCESSIBILITY
GOLCS is committed to building a talented team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. Furthermore, we believe that racial justice and equity is critical to our mission of preparing students for success in college and beyond. We strive to be an organization that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and elevates our student voices in preparing them for life and college.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT
Great Oaks Legacy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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