Itinerant ENL; English as Language) Teacher

Title
- Itinerant ENL (English as a New Language) Teacher

Location
- Multiple

Intro

Here at Questar III BOCES, we believe in changing lives, realizing dreams and doing together what can’t be done alone. Our vision is that of creating a student-centered culture and putting students first. Our core values include a commitment to excellence by honing our craftsmanship to deliver high-quality work, a commitment to leadership & service by moving the organization, departments and school districts forward by exceeding client expectations, and a commitment to innovation by creating programs and services to address client needs AND by continuously improving our programs and operations.

We believe that organizational excellence is best achieved when leadership is reflective of our diverse society.

About

Questar III BOCES announces a Full-Time Itinerant English as a New Language (ENL) Teacher to join our team and serve students across our participating Schools Districts. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of second language acquisition and be skilled in creating a culturally responsive and engaging learning environment. This role involves working with students from various linguistic and cultural backgrounds to develop their English language proficiency in all four domains: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Instruction:
  Develop and implement effective, standards-aligned ENL curriculum and lesson plans for students at various proficiency levels (entering, emerging, developing, expanding, and bridging).
• Assessment:
  Administer and interpret a variety of language proficiency assessments to monitor student progress and inform instruction.
• Collaboration:
  
  Collaborate with general education teachers, special education teachers, administrators, and other staff to support the academic and social-emotional needs of ENL students.
• Student Support:
  Provide push-in and/or pull-out services to support students in their general education classes and in small-group settings.
• Family Engagement:
  Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding their child's progress and provide resources to support language development at home.
• Professional Development:
  Stay current with best practices in ENL instruction, including new methodologies, technologies, and research.
• Record Keeping:
  Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student progress, attendance, and all required documentation.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's or Master's degree in TESOL, ENL, Bilingual Education, or a related field.
• Certification:
  Valid state teaching certification in English as a New Language (ENL) or TESOL. New York State Certification in ESOL (K-12)
• Experience:
  
  Previous experience teaching ENL or bilingual students is highly preferred.
• Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of second language acquisition theories and instructional strategies.
  • Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in using educational technology and a variety of teaching tools.
  • Bilingual proficiency in a language common to the school's student population is a plus.

Appropriate NYS Certification required. This position requires the incumbent to travel to participating School Districts and therefore requires reliable transportation.

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