TITLE: English Language Learners Academy Teacher

REPORTS TO: Kelley Gangi - Chief of Instructional Improvement

WORK SCHEDULE:

• Training: 5 training sessions held after school (dates TBD)
• Academy will be held from 9:30AM to 2:30PM on the following dates: November 3rd, November 10th, November 17th, December 1st, December 8th, December 15th, January 5th and January 12th.

COMPENSATION: $3,500 stipend

OVERVIEW: The ELL Academy will engage 75-100+ English Language Learners, ranging from Levels 1-4 in language proficiency, from across the SEZP in an eight-part blended learning model based on the success of the Middlebury Interactive Languages and Hartford Public Schools partnership for supplemental EL support.

DUTIES:

• Execute blended learning academy instruction, including Middlebury Interactive Languages (MIL) program administration along with small-group instruction and 1:1 support cycles at the school site;
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with school administration, teachers, students and parents;
• Recruit 15 - 20 students to participate in the academy
• Design and implement a recruitment strategy with the support of your principal and the SEZP planning team
• Leverage the attendance incentive program with the support of your principal and the SEZP planning team
• Monitor student attendance and student progress during academy;
• Prepare and submit weekly program documentation such as attendance sheets, incident reports, behavior documentation, etc.;
• Manage data collection activities including program evaluation, student data, and share with teachers, other staff members, and parents;
• Oversee the use of all materials and ensure materials are used appropriately;
• Prepare student reports and other requested reports throughout duration of program;
• Oversee all communication with parents and school administration;
• Appropriately handle behavior and disciplinary problems;
• Manage classroom clean-up and removal of all supplies at the end of the program;
• Ensure safety of students at all times;
• Assist students in transportation needs;
• Attend training session(s) and related meetings;
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief of Instructional Support.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• MA DESE teacher licensed and SEI endorsed teachers are preferred;
• Strong aptitude for technology and ability to learn new software quickly;
• Experience working with English language learners;
• Ability to collaborate with administrators, teachers and parents;
• Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills;
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; flexible and reliable;
• Bilingual highly desirable.