Apex International Education Partners, LLC ("APEX")
High School English & History ESL Teacher
Apex International Education Partners, LLC ("APEX"), Waterbury, Connecticut, us, 06720
High School English & History ESL Teacher
Multi-Disciplinary ESL/ELL Instructor at Holy Cross High School in Waterbury, Connecticut. Provide instruction to students who are English Language Learners (ELLs) with lesson plans that cater to their academic needs in a small classroom setting (approximately 2-4 students initially, with enrollment projected to increase to ~10 students by the start of the second academic year). Lesson plans span various subject areas including English, Mathematics, Science, History, and Theology.
Responsibilities
Curriculum Development: Develop and adapt curriculum materials, resources, and assessments to meet the linguistic proficiency levels and academic goals of ELL students; align instructional content with the rest of the school for non-ELL students.
Instructional Delivery: Deliver engaging and interactive ESL instruction using a variety of teaching methods; differentiate instruction for diverse learning needs, language backgrounds, and proficiency levels.
Assessment and Progress Monitoring: Conduct ongoing assessments to evaluate English language proficiency, academic language skills, and content knowledge; analyze data to inform instructional planning and provide targeted interventions; work toward integrating ELL students from the academy into the mainstream program.
Cultural Sensitivity and Inclusion: Foster a culturally responsive and inclusive learning environment; incorporate multicultural content and experiences into lesson plans.
Collaboration and Professional Development: Collaborate with mainstream program faculty, international academy program coordinator and staff, and other stakeholders; participate in professional development opportunities.
Support in Launch of Brand-New Academic Academy: Assist in setup, strategic planning, and development of innovative initiatives for the inaugural academic year and beyond; maintain an entrepreneurial spirit and foster collaboration with the international agency, students, faculty, and staff.
Parent and Community Engagement: Establish open communication with parents/guardians and representatives from the international agency; engage with community resources to provide additional support and enrichment for ELL students and families.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree (Master's degree and/or TESOL certification preferred).
Previous ESL instruction and/or secondary teaching experience preferred.
Knowledge of second language teaching methodologies and assessment.
Background in English/Language Arts, Mathematics, Theology, History/Civics, Biology/Chemistry is desirable.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate and collaborate with students, colleagues, parents, and community members.
Cultural competence and sensitivity to culturally and linguistically diverse student populations.
Proficiency in Mandarin is desired but not required.
Compensation Up to $120 per week per course instructed (e.g., English & History up to $240 per week). The ideal candidate would be willing and able to teach at least two separate courses throughout the academic year. Compensation is commensurate with experience and the courses taught.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Responsibilities
Curriculum Development: Develop and adapt curriculum materials, resources, and assessments to meet the linguistic proficiency levels and academic goals of ELL students; align instructional content with the rest of the school for non-ELL students.
Instructional Delivery: Deliver engaging and interactive ESL instruction using a variety of teaching methods; differentiate instruction for diverse learning needs, language backgrounds, and proficiency levels.
Assessment and Progress Monitoring: Conduct ongoing assessments to evaluate English language proficiency, academic language skills, and content knowledge; analyze data to inform instructional planning and provide targeted interventions; work toward integrating ELL students from the academy into the mainstream program.
Cultural Sensitivity and Inclusion: Foster a culturally responsive and inclusive learning environment; incorporate multicultural content and experiences into lesson plans.
Collaboration and Professional Development: Collaborate with mainstream program faculty, international academy program coordinator and staff, and other stakeholders; participate in professional development opportunities.
Support in Launch of Brand-New Academic Academy: Assist in setup, strategic planning, and development of innovative initiatives for the inaugural academic year and beyond; maintain an entrepreneurial spirit and foster collaboration with the international agency, students, faculty, and staff.
Parent and Community Engagement: Establish open communication with parents/guardians and representatives from the international agency; engage with community resources to provide additional support and enrichment for ELL students and families.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree (Master's degree and/or TESOL certification preferred).
Previous ESL instruction and/or secondary teaching experience preferred.
Knowledge of second language teaching methodologies and assessment.
Background in English/Language Arts, Mathematics, Theology, History/Civics, Biology/Chemistry is desirable.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate and collaborate with students, colleagues, parents, and community members.
Cultural competence and sensitivity to culturally and linguistically diverse student populations.
Proficiency in Mandarin is desired but not required.
Compensation Up to $120 per week per course instructed (e.g., English & History up to $240 per week). The ideal candidate would be willing and able to teach at least two separate courses throughout the academic year. Compensation is commensurate with experience and the courses taught.
#J-18808-Ljbffr