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Form of workWestborough Public Schools is seeking seeks a dynamic ELL (English Language Learners) Teacher to join our caring staff starting at Westborough High SchoolEffective Immediately, permanent position The Westborough Public Schools enthusiastically welcome professionals to our district who thrive in a diverse environment that focuses on the importance of relationships with our students, staff, families, and community.We are an innovative, supportive, and high-performing district whose stellar staff provides high quality services for our diverse students and their families. We educate approximately 4,000 students from Pre-K through age 22, from homes that speak almost 30 different languages. Our student population is approximately 49% Students of Color and 51% White students.
We support our vibrant, passionate, dedicated, skilled and professional staff through ongoing collaboration and feedback to ensure their safety, health, sense of belonging, and professional growth! With a graduation rate of 97% and 90% of our students attending post-secondary schools, we are proud of our commitment to excellence in educating students to be informed and successful citizens of a global world. Job Title: High School Teacher, ESLReports to: Principal & Director of English Language LearningDepartment: ESLWork year: Remainder of 2023-2024 school year, and beyondFSLA Status: Exempt, Unit A The ESL Teacher fosters a love of learning that encourages student curiosity, engagement, and growth in a welcoming community of learners.
The teacher provides learning experiences that engage students in language arts, math, science/technology/engineering, social studies, and social-emotional learning guided by the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and district standards and requirements. The ESL Teacher facilitates English language acquisition and the academic, social and behavioral supports for students who are English Language Learners through direct service, collaboration, consultation, and coaching. The English Language Learner department of the Westborough Public Schools is dynamic and inclusive.
We welcome candidates who thrive as part of a diverse, collaborative team. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor's and/or Master's degree from an accredited college/university in a related fieldProfessional Certification: MA DESE licensure in ESLAdditional certification in special education and/or Elementary Education highly desirableHiring Requirement: Successful completion of Criminal Records Check (CORI), Sexual Offender Record Check (SORI), and fingerprintsPreferred Experience:Experience teaching English Language learners and in a diverse public school setting Experience with students with special needs, including students with emotional, behavioral, and/or learning challengesKnowledge of WIDA Standards and language objectivesStrong background in language acquisition instructionStrong background in literacy and math instruction, Highly desirable to have experience with:Balanced LiteracyReaders' and Writers' Workshop modelExplicit phonics instructionGuided Math Workshop modelInquiry-based instructionProject-based learningEureka MathFOSS ScienceSecond StepResponsive ClassroomTechnology Integration Skills:Creates a welcoming, supportive, and equitable learning environment centered around maintaining effective relationships Plans and implements differentiated lessons and ongoing formative assessment based on district objectives and student needsApplies knowledge of current research and theory to instructional design with a demonstrated commitment to remain current in content knowledge and instructional pedagogyCommunicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, with children and adultsDemonstrates flexibility and collaboration when working with students, colleagues, and families Performance Responsibilities May Include but are not Limited to: Creates a welcoming and supportive learning environment that embraces the diversity among individuals and ensures equitable opportunities for student learning and community membershipEngages English Language Learners through linguistic frames for speaking, listening, reading, and writingProvides learning experiences across all subject areas though the development of rigorous units and lessons that are differentiated and scaffolded based on student needScaffolds language for academic support, both in direct-service through various models, including co-teaching and inclusion, and through consultation with other educatorsTeaches language beyond a taskMonitors students' understanding of the curriculum , provides specific feedback students, and adjusts instruction, materials or assessments when appropriateEvaluates and refines instructional practice and assessment strategies to increase student learning, engagement, language acquisition, and confidenceEngages in internal and external professional development activities and meets district expectations for licensure recertificationCollaborates with other educators to provide the appropriate instruction and supports for English Language LearnersParticipates in all school based and district-wide faculty and committee meetings as requiredPartners with families and caregivers to keep them informed about their student's progress and welcomes input from families and caregivers.Performs any other relative duties as assignedSupervisory Responsibilities The ESL Teacher does not have supervisory responsibilities for other staff. Salary and BenefitsSalary and benefits, for permanent benefits eligible staff, are per contract between the Westborough School Committeeand the Westborough Education Association.
The Westborough Public Schools do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other class protected by law. Date Updated: 3/16/2023
