English Language Learner; ELL Teacher FTE

Position: English Language Learner (ELL) Teacher - .65 FTE
Location: New Prague

English Language Learning Teacher - .65 FTE

Qualifications required:

• Appropriate teaching license/certification
• Experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse students preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of language acquisition strategies and instructional best practices.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct instruction to English Language Learners (ELL) in listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
• Develop and implement individualized and small-group instructional plans aligned with state standards and language proficiency goals.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to support student success in all academic areas.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records of language development and assessment data.
• Administer language proficiency assessments and assist with student placement and program recommendations.
• Communicate effectively with families regarding student progress and educational support.
• Create a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally responsive learning environment.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and school improvement initiatives.
• Support compliance with federal, state, and district requirements related to multilingual learner programs.

Benefit Package*:

We offer a highly competitive rewards package that includes:

• Compensation & Paid Leave
• Starting salary for 1.0 FTE BA: $48,733 and MA: $56,357; licensed teaching experience considered for higher placement (prorated based on FTE)
• Up to 12 sick days given annually (prorated based on FTE)
• Health Insurance
• Medical options for single and family.
• Dental for single and family.
• District contributions to VEBA/HRA accounts.
• Fully paid life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for pre-tax medical and dependent care
• Retirement
• 403b with a district match
• District contribution of 8.75% to MN Teacher Retirement Association (TRA)
• Professional Development & Support
• Opportunities for continuous personalized learning and development
• Teacher Mentoring Program including time to meet regularly with a mentor

* Information based on the  master agreement. Eligibility based upon effective dates of employment.

New Prague Area Schools is a consistently growing district of 4,000 students, Pre K through 12. The district is located about 45 miles southwest of the Twin Cities. The district serves the students and community members of the New Prague, Elko New Market, northern Lonsdale areas, as well as several other communities. The district offers a small-town quality of life with easy access to the conveniences of a major metropolitan area.

I.S.D. 721 is an equal opportunity employer.