At-Risk Teacher (English Language Learners) At Metro Charter Academy

Located in Romulus, MI, Metro Charter Academy opened in 2000 and serves students K-8. At Metro, you can connect passion with purpose.

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Why Choose Metro Charter Academy:

• Outperformed the district on the state test for 14 years.

• Starting pay above market rates.

• Competitive benefits.

• Recognized as a Metro Detroit Best and Brightest Companies to Work For.

• Best in class curriculum, instruction tools, & resources.

• Personalized development and coaching.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide instructional support and assessments for students who are below grade level.

• Create, manage, and participate in a variety of learning environments and activities in the applicable core content areas.

• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Candidates for English Language (EL) Teacher positions should preferably hold a valid teaching license for the grades they will serve (K-8) and an English as a Second Language (NS) or a Bilingual endorsement. Minimally, candidates for this position must be on an approved pathway towards gaining licensure for the grades they serve (K-8) within three years and then obtain an NS or YA-YT endorsement within 2 years of certification.

• Experience working with at-risk students, preferred.

• Demonstrates knowledge of first and second language acquisition theory, second language learning patterns, and best practices in English language development.

• Reflects an awareness and acceptance of cultural differences exhibited by the students and their families.

• Possesses those characteristics necessary for acting as an advocate for multilingual families within the school.

• Read, analyze, and interpret student academic data.

• Demonstrates the ability to effectively communicate with classroom teachers, administration, and families

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National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.