ELL Teacher

Overview

Teachers are the heartbeat of the educational journey, as you play a memorable role in establishing the pace of learning in the lives of children. Our teachers hold an unassailable command on effective, high-quality pedagogy and the most innovative teaching practices.

• Embody the mission and vision of STAR Academy and uphold a culture of high expectations.
• Plan, organize, and implement rigorous lessons/activities that will facilitate active learning.
• Provide whole class, individualized and differentiated instructional support.
• Follow the school-wide procedures in implementing classroom routines, policies, rituals, programs, and systems that support academic achievement and social-emotional development.
• Result-driven educational leader with experience in, and commitment to, standards-based curriculum and the use of data and assessments to drive instructional decisions.
• Use relevant technology to support instruction.
• Provide appropriate feedback to students, parents, and school administration on the student’s academic progress.
• Understand and use best practices as it relates to student data, instructional planning, and building positive relationships with the classroom.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development.
• Participate in professional development sessions, school and parent meetings.
• Stay updated with developments in content areas, teaching strategies, resources and methods relevant to changes in education.
• Establish and communicate clear objective for all learning activities.
• Communicate regularly to students and parents of their academic and social behavior.

• Tennessee Certification as an elementary and/or middle school teacher (required).
• ESL/ELL certification REQUIRED.
• At least 2 years of elementary teaching experience (urban setting preferred).
• Demonstrated knowledge of pedagogy, classroom innovation, technology inclusion, and content.
• A bachelor’s degree or higher in elementary education.
• STAR offers a competitive salary, benefits, and professional development and welcomes candidates who add to the racial, cultural, and gender diversity of the school community.

Job Type: Full-time, in-person

Tagged as:
Elementary, ELL, ESL, Middle