Multilingual Instructor; ML

Job Description

Reporting to the Director of Language, Culture, and Equity, the Multilingual Learner Teacher’s role is to provide direct instruction to students who meet the criteria of the Multilingual Language Learner Program. This involves services for students in grades 9 through 12. The ML teacher will work in content areas (English, Mathematics, Science, and/or Social Studies) and in career areas when needed.

Specific assignments may change to match the needs of the students.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Effectively teach English collectively to students with different primary languages, utilizing natural patterns of first language learning in teaching English as a second language.
• Provide consultation services and recommendations to staff that have EL students in their classroom.
• Administer the ACCESS tests to all qualifying students according to Department of Elementary and Secondary Education guidelines.
• Implement appropriate record‑keeping for all students in the program.
• Document and convey student progress to staff and parents.
• Work with staff and parents to arrange for translation and interpretation services if necessary.
• Participate in community activities, which promote a feeling of welcome and support for families of Multilingual Learners.

Provide information to GLTS staff regarding:

• Regulations involving Multilingual Language Learners in the classroom.
• The meaning of Sheltered Immersion and how that applies to and impacts classroom instruction.
• The components of the ACCESS assessment instruments and information about the Department of Education’s EL benchmark documents.
• Any other relative teaching duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises the classroom, students, teaching assistants, and parent volunteers.

Master’s Degree preferred;
Bachelor’s Degree in the area of major study is required with a minimum of five years teaching experience, preferably in a vocational high school setting; or any combination of education and work experience.

Valid Massachusetts Teaching Certificate from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in English as a Second Language.

Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to the instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on district objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers, and parents; ability to work effectively with all staff at all levels of the school district; skills in oral and written communication are required.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; for example, school supplies and books.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
• The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.

All educational and non‑academic programs, activities and employment opportunities at Greater Lawrence Technical School are offered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, homelessness, age and/or disability, and any other class or characteristic protected by law.