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About the Team
The Virtual Preparatory Academy of Indiana is a K-12 tuition-free online public school in the state of Indiana. At VPA Indiana, we empower students to be their best by enabling them to learn in ways that are right for them – using innovative technology at home, at their proper level, and at their own pace.
The English Language Learner (ELL) Coordinator is a full time, 11-month position with VPA Indiana. This role primarily supports and coordinates the overall needs of the ELL. This is a supervisory role with direct reporting staff members and a reduced case load. The ELL Coordinator will assume ownership and responsibility for developing, coordinating, and supporting the overall needs of the ELL staff and school regarding ELL identification, testing, and instruction.
Please note – while this is an online school position and all instruction occurs virtually, travel and face to face attendance will be required several times per year to support in person state testing and student events.
About the Opportunity
- Directly supervises ELL teachers
- The ELL Coordinator is the first point of contact for all ELL teachers
- The ELL Coordinator will work with ELL teachers to create ELL schedules
- The ELL Coordinator will work with leadership to analyze and continually improve the ELL process
- The ELL Coordinator will work closely with the Testing Coordinator to coordinate language proficiency screening/testing
- The ELL Coordinator will ensure compliance with state ELL requirements
- The ELL Coordinator will maintain accurate and complete records of those participating in the ELL program
- The Coordinator will be responsible for tracking all data related to ELL
- This includes data communication for state reporting
- This includes maintaining effective and efficient record keeping procedures
- Help identify needs for the department which may include staffing, curriculum, or supplemental resources
- Handle ELL related escalations from parents and staff (phone calls, emails, text messages)
- Provide targeted professional development sessions for staff that relate to ELL
- Support with in-person state testing
- This position is primarily a remote position providing a work from home environment; however, there are required opportunities to be in person throughout the year for leadership meetings, testing, and other school related events
- Perform other duties as assigned
About You
- Bachelor's degree in education or related discipline required; an advanced degree in education/educational leadership preferred
- ENL certification/endorsement
- Current valid Indiana teaching license
- Supervisory experience preferred but not required
- Knowledge of State Standards and Common Core Standards
- Successful completion of federal and state criminal background checks
- Ability to meet educational standards as applicable
- Ability to work well under pressure as well as effectively prioritize and execute tasks to meet deadlines consistently
- Experience in coaching teachers to improve instructional planning and practices is preferred
- Minimum five years' experience as a successful teacher
- ENL Certification or willingness to become certified
- Track record of building positive working relationship with multiple stakeholders including staff members, students, and parents
- Computer literacy and proficiency
- Strong data collection and analysis skill set
- Exemplary written and verbal communication skills
- Understanding of and ability to manage confidential information
About Us
"We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances." – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder
ACCEL Schools is a network of 80 high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and widely differ to reflect the unique values of the many urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized and praised by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities.
We offer the following benefits:
Life benefits – time & peace of mind
- Paid time off
- Retirement contributions
- Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance
- Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)
- Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations
Health benefits – stay well & thrive
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary short-term disability insurance
- Voluntary long-term disability insurance
Career benefits – keep growing
- Career advancement opportunities throughout Pansophic Learning and our strong network of 4,000 instructors and education professionals
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
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