Teacher, English Language Learner

Thank you for considering employment in the Lunenburg Public Schools.
There a English Language Learner Teacher teaching position in the Lunenburg Public Schools.

The candidate for this position should have a strong background in early literacy and mathematics.
Full-time (1.0 FTE) Certified English Language Learner Teacher (K-12) sought to support our small but diverse ELL population. The ELL teacher will be responsible for WIDA Screeners for initial assessment and ACCESS for the annual assessment, developing and implementing individual student programs, supporting classroom teachers, and working with building level administrators, ELL Coordinator, and the Director of Special Services.

The approximate caseload is 15-20 students for direct services.

GENERAL
The ideal candidate should be energetic, motivated individual to work with collaboratively with the grade level team members.
The ideal candidate should have a strong background in the content area and be familiar with responsive classroom strategies.
The ideal candidate should be passionate and enthusiastic educator who can motivate students to discover their creative potential.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Appropriate Massachusetts Educator License required
Attendance at the New Teacher Orientation/Induction is required
Strong knowledge of early childhood developmental stages
Three years of experience, preferred.
Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with administration and team members.
Strong communications skills; verbal and non-verbal.

EXPERIENCE
The ideal candidates will have:
Successful classroom ELL experience
Excellent collaboration skills
Flexibility to provide services outside of the normal school day (with schedule adjusted accordingly)

OTHER
Salary and benefits per Lunenburg Education Association contract.
Hiring is subject to satisfactory CORI and SAFIS Background Checks per 603 CMR 51.

NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT:
Lunenburg Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, housing status, migrant status, language spoken, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.