English Learner; EL Interventionist

English Learner (EL) Interventionist

Grand Rapids Public Schools, Palmer Elementary School (PreK‑5), Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Job : 5671315

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Starting Date: To Be Determined

DEPARTMENT: English Learner

BARGAINING UNIT: Union Groups

WAGE: Compensation is determined by a structured salary schedule. The starting salary is based on the candidate’s degree level and verified years of licensed or certificated experience.

DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Chief Area Instructional Leader (Quadrant)

GRPS MISSION: Our mission is to ensure that all scholars are educated, self‑directed and productive members of society.

NOTE: This is a grant‑funded, non‑tenured position. Continued employment under the terms of this grant is continued upon continued funding.

JOB SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the English Learner (EL) Executive Director, the EL Interventionist is responsible for providing targeted academic second‑language and grade‑level supports to eligible EL scholars in all core content areas at GRPS.

Required

Education and Experience:

• ESL/Bilingual Spanish endorsement or Master’s in TESOL

Preferred:

• Valid Michigan teacher’s certificate
• SIOP Training

• Provide and deliver academic support services to eligible EL scholars
• Manage and maintain accurate scholar records
• Visit with identified scholars to identify suitable options and help resolve problems
• Develop a positive relationship with scholars and school community and maintain constructive relationships with staff, scholars, and administration
• Interact with co‑workers, administration, and scholars in cooperative, supportive, and positive ways
• Participate in district‑led EL professional development (WIDA/SIOP)
• Other duties as assigned
• Consistently demonstrate dependable attendance and punctuality
• Perform other duties as assigned

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Physical demands include standing, walking, using hands, reaching, climbing, balancing, talking, hearing, and vision