ESOL English Language Ed Tech II

English Language Learner Education Technician (Ed Tech II)

Biddeford High School is seeking an English Language Learner Education Technician (Ed Tech II). The high school serves grades 8-12 and expects staff and students to embrace three key pillars of learning: discovery, educating the whole child, and supporting them with a positive culture and climate.

Under the general supervision of the School Principal and ESOL Teacher, the role is to support the development of English Language Learner students' skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, foster communication skills, develop an understanding and appreciation of literature of all types, motivate students to read a wide variety of publications to derive information, comprehend and critically assess the reading materials, and to promote the development of skills in the field of English reading, grammar, and syntax.

Essential functions include supporting and administering the ESOL curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives in person and virtual, promoting a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning in partnership with assigned teachers. The role also involves supporting lesson plans and instructional materials, translating lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.

Additionally, it involves teaching knowledge and skills in English grammar and syntax, sentence and paragraph structure, composition, vocabulary and proper word usage, word denotations and connotations, creative writing, independent thinking, communication, and speaking. The role also includes conducting ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifying instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs. The role also involves pushing into classrooms to support English Language Learners in all classes.

Education:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent, plus 3 years of post-secondary education (60 credits). Fluency in a second language preferred but not required.

Experience:

Successful prior classroom experience or working with students learning the English language for the appropriate grade levels is preferred but not required.

Live and work in the Biddeford, Maine community located along the Atlantic coastline with miles of beaches. Views of the Saco River to its west. Less than 20 minutes south of the Greater Portland Area. It is less than two hours north of Boston. Home to a growing population of diverse residents. Picturesque downtown Maine's youngest city, with a median age of 29 in the historic downtown.

Thriving economy. Many recreational opportunities, including fishing, hiking, biking, public parks, and kayaking.

Compensation:
Based on position, education level, experience, and per the collective bargaining agreement. Range: $21.70 - $32.67 per hour.

Equal Opportunity:
The School Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district shall actively work to have the teacher and administrator workforce reflect the student body's diversity. The School Department's selection will be based on those with the highest capabilities, the most vital commitment to quality education, and the greatest probability of effectively implementing the learning program. Therefore, selections will be made without consideration on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, marital status, parental status, disability or genetic information, pregnancy, membership in an employee organization, military service, political affiliation, and any other state or federal prohibitions.