PT Contextualized ESOL​/Trades Teacher

Overview

Job Goal: The part-time Contextualized ESOL/Trades teacher is responsible for preparing engaging, active, learner-centered lessons for adult students at different levels of English proficiency. The teacher will work to ensure that students are receiving standards-based and evidence-based instruction that is student-centered, and includes appropriate supports and necessary accommodations. Instruction focuses on the four domains of English language: reading, writing, speaking and listening, utilizing trades-related materials according to the curricular guidelines of the program.

Technology is integrated to enhance instruction and to strengthen students’ digital literacy in preparation for college and/or workplace demands. The Teacher will follow a Contextualized ESOL/Trades curriculum to provide a rigorous and meaningful educational experience to meet program objectives and student goals.

• Bachelor’s degree required;
  Master’s degree preferred
• Possession of a teaching license preferred
• Experience working with and teaching adult learners and diverse populations
• Cultural competence and sensitivity
• Ability to adapt teaching styles and materials to meet individual needs of students
• Bilingual educator preferred
• BEST Plus and TABE-e Reading certification is preferred but not required for this position
• Demonstrated knowledge of a variety of teaching approaches for ESOL
• Ability to integrate technology to enhance instruction
• Interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills

• Knowledge: Familiarity with the field of Adult Basic Education and ESOL; solid understanding of adult learning theory; solid knowledge base of ESOL instruction including the four domains of language; strong foundation in second language acquisition and linguistics; demonstrated proficiency using digital literacy tools; knowledge of Massachusetts’ DESE-ACLS program guidelines, performance indicators & benchmarks, English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS).

• Professional Abilities: Professionalism in all areas of practice and all interactions with students and staff; commitment to the mission of SCALE; proven history of successful collaboration; flexible & adaptable; possess and model high standards for self and student work; set rigorous goals focused on instruction, assessment, and professional learning; solutions-based approach to dealing with identified needs, problems and/or conflict; willingness to take initiative and succeed in a fast-paced classroom/school environment while remaining calm and focused when faced with unexpected challenges;
  
  commitment to embrace the ideals of diversity and inclusiveness

• Create and implement student-centered lessons contextualized for a variety of trade work settings, focusing on vocabulary, pronunciation, and authentic conversation skills necessary for on-the-job success
• Ensure that delivered lessons align with the ELL Department’s Curriculum Guidelines and the MA DESE English Language Proficiency Standards
• Translate class objectives, student learning outcomes, and class materials into learning activities appropriate for students’ ELL levels and engaging learning
• Commit to updating and modifying materials and lessons regularly to maintain relevance and efficacy, and work with other teachers to share and develop resources
• Guide students in the acquisition of English and help students understand the target culture, while affirming learners’ own cultural and linguistic backgrounds
• Help students identify and set personal goals, and work with students to ensure progress toward those goals
• Implement useful diagnostic and progress assessment measures to evaluate student progress and make placement recommendations as required by department policy/procedures
• Perform administrative tasks such as taking attendance, administering and grading assessments, and communicating regularly with students about their progress in compliance with DESE ACLS
• Attend and participate in department meetings, appropriate in-service workshops, and pursue professional development opportunities for continued improvement in ELL instruction and teaching strategies
• Collaborate with…