ESL Inclusion Teacher

Role Overview

Provide targeted English language development (ELD) and inclusion support to non-native speakers. Collaborate with general education teachers to modify curriculum, ensuring equal access to academic content and fostering an inclusive, culturally responsive learning environment.

• Inclusion & Co-Teaching:
  Partner with general education teachers to implement inclusive, push-in, or pull-out models tailored to individual student needs.
• Lesson Adaptation:
  Scaffold and modify mainstream classroom assignments, assessments, and learning materials to ensure they are accessible for English Language Learners.
• Assessment & Planning:
  Conduct language proficiency assessments, develop Individual Learning Plans (ILPs), and track progress toward language goals.
• Skill Development:
  Deliver high-quality instruction focusing on reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
• Family Engagement:
  Act as a liaison between the school and ELL families, providing resources to help navigate the community and educational system.
• Advocacy & Culture:
  Champion the needs of ELLs, promoting a welcoming environment that values linguistic and cultural diversity.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree in Education, English, Linguistics, or a related field.
• Certification:
  State teaching licensure with an ESL, ESOL, or TESOL endorsement.
• Skills:
  
  Strong understanding of language acquisition theories, co-teaching models, and cultural competency.