Secondary ELD (English Language Development) Teacher - (FTE 1.0) (2025-2026 SY)

Position:
Secondary ELD (English Language Development) Teacher – (FTE 1.0)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Highly qualified teacher with valid Michigan teaching certificate
• 6-12 NS endorsement
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with students, parents, and staff
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Proficiency in using online learning platforms (e.g., Google Classroom)
• Ability to create a safe and engaging learning environment
• Ability to analyze student data to inform instruction
• Competency in implementing high quality ESL/ELD strategies

Essential Functions:

• Identify, assess, and monitor the progress of English Learners (ELs) using WIDA Screener and ACCESS data, analyzing results to inform instructional decisions.
• Develop, plan, and implement differentiated, standards-aligned English Language Development (ELD) instruction, focusing on the WIDA English Language Development Standards Framework.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding student progress.
• Coordinate and provide guidance to ESL paraprofessionals, collaborating to implement effective instructional support.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to ensure ELs receive effective and accessible content instruction.
• Adjust English Language Development service goals as student needs change.

Reports To:
Building Principal & Assistant Superintendent Pre-K-5

Workday/Week:
Monday – Friday

Starting Date:
2025-2026 School Year

Compensation:
Per WEA Master Agreement


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