Teacher.English Learner Assessor

Job Title

Assess English Language Proficiency of Non-English Language Background (NELB) student for all newly arriving students.

Assists in the administration of the state-mandated English Language Proficiency Assessment (ELP) annual test. Analyzes and interprets English Language Proficiency test results and documents the test results in student information system. Travels between and supports multiple schools by providing expertise and serving as a liaison for English Learners.

What you will do:

• Administers the state-mandated English Language Proficiency (ELP) initial screening and state-mandated English Language Proficiency (ELP) summative assessment.
• Analyzes and explains English Language Proficiency testing procedures, scores, and services to students, families, school staff, and community.
• Works with internal and external stakeholders to set testing appointments, collect assessment records, and update student information across multiple online platforms.
• Provides support and collaboration with school and district staff to facilitate ELP testing, data conversations, and training.
• Support schools by providing expertise in language acquisition and serve as a liaison to ensure accurate identification, placement, and services for English Learners
• Assists district registration staff with additional tasks for enrollment of newly arriving students
• Attends in-person meetings, training workshops, and related professional development to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Travels between multiple school locations during a single workday.

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in a related field Required

Two (2) years classroom teaching experience Required

• Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of second language acquisition
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching of students who are English Learners
• Communication, and collaboration with parents, school staff, students, external stakeholders
• Student management
• Organization, data-based decision making, and problem solving,
• Technology skills:
  Teams, Microsoft Office, Excel, SharePoint, iOS, and/or other district applications or equipment as needed.

At Metro Nashville Public Schools, we use detailed academic, behavior and social-emotional data to ensure every student in the district is known. We focus on creating and supporting rigorous, engaging and personalized learning experiences for all students to identify and eliminate inequities - so every student has a clear and achievable path to success marked by measurable goals. Offering a range of program and opportunities, MNPS has options to fit every family's needs.

Whether you are looking for advanced academics, visual and performing arts, special education services, English language support or STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) educational programs, we offer the best choices to meet individual student needs - starting at Pre-K all the way through graduation. Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools will be established as the premier large school district in Tennessee and beyond by ensuring that every student is known.

We deliver a great public education to every student, every day. Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all individuals. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our global community. We strive to treat all employees and applicants with respect and fairness, and we make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. The American Disabilities Act (ADA) requires MNPS to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities.

Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.