English Language Learner Specialist

Kansas City International Academy (KCIA) is a kindergarten through 8th grade charter school located in the Kansas City Missouri School District. KCIA's focus is creating a world class school with an international focus. Many of KCIA's students are members of families who have immigrated to Kansas City from more than 25 different countries. Approximately 60% of our students are English Language Learners, who speak over 15 different languages. 100% of our students receive free or reduced lunch. We embrace the diversity of our student body and we are honored to make a difference in the lives of our vibrant international community of students every day.

KCIA has an extensive, rigorous, and robust K-8 English Language Program. We have highly trained and experienced English language development teachers/specialists equipped to support our students’ language needs. Translators support newcomer students who need enriched language instruction.

All of us at KCIA are excited about the continual academic success of our students. KCIA is a very special place for our students and staff as we continue to become one of the state's exemplary charter schools. KCIA is a special place that offers a community of love and care to our students, and an adult culture of substantial, personalized instructional support.

About the Position:

English Language Development teachers work to ensure equitable access to instruction for all multilingual learners. The teacher provides focused language instruction while supporting students in content learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides direct language instruction in speaking, listening, reading, and writing to English language learners in accordance with WIDA standards.
• Diagnoses and evaluates student language abilities and progress in a timely and consistent manner.
• Monitors student progress and adjusts instruction accordingly.
• Participates in curriculum review and design.
• Employs a variety of effective instructional strategies consistent with lesson objectives.
• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Abides by Missouri statutes, school board policies and regulations.
• Attends meetings and performs duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation

Qualifications:

• Must hold proper teaching certification according to the state of Missouri.
• Excellent understanding of language development and strategies for teaching language skills.
• Must hold a graduate certificate or degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages.
• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field; master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum three years of experience teaching.

Compensation & Benefits:

All KCIA employees are provided with a robust and competitive salary, compensation, and benefits package.

Our Commitment to Creating a Workplace Where ALL Belong:

At KCIA, creating a workplace environment where ALL feel welcomed, respected, and have equal opportunities to thrive is integral to our mission. We believe that our school should reflect the community we serve, and that ALL voices should be elevated and purposefully integrated into our work. We are dedicated to fostering a safe and empowering environment for ALL employees while extending this culture of courage into our work as educators.

It is the policy of KC International Academy not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by law in its programs or employment practices as required by federal and state law.