Multilingual Teacher/Literacy Lead

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The work of being an educator should be joyous and fulfilling, yet amid the complexities of modern education, that joy is often lost. We aim to offer educators a professional home — a place where joy is rekindled in a safe, purposeful, and collaborative environment grounded in rigor and relationships. MSA staff value teamwork and share responsibility for nurturing a culture of genuine trust and mutual care — one that reflects the ethos, “I will always have your back because I know you will always have mine.” MSA teachers are expected to be good teammates — and can expect to be surrounded by good teammates in return. We take collective ownership for both the problems and the progress, believing that real fulfillment comes not from ease, but from craftsmanship — from building solutions together with integrity and care. While we may not have every answer to the challenges that arise, we believe that together we have what it takes to find them. We hold that: Challenge is an act of respect — rigor and joy belong together. Freedom and responsibility go hand in hand. Collaboration and communication make our work better and more meaningful. Equity, empathy, and inclusion anchor every classroom and relationship. Adaptability, humor, and humility mark a mature professional community. Position Overview The Multilingual Teacher / Literacy Lead supports the mission of the school by providing high-quality, targeted language and literacy instruction for multilingual learners while also serving as a key instructional partner in strengthening the school’s K–5 literacy program. Approximately 75% of this role focuses on direct instruction for multilingual learners, progress monitoring, family partnerships, and MTSS collaboration. The remaining 25% supports schoolwide literacy leadership—including deep expertise in the school’s literacy curriculum, coaching teachers, supporting PLCs, and contributing to professional learning. This position requires expertise in language development, strong collaboration, and the ability to balance immediate instructional support with long-term schoolwide coaching and leadership. The person in this role will embody the People Paradigm—“Together We Build”—and serve as both a craftsman and a colleague in our shared pursuit of high-quality teaching and learning for every student. Key Responsibilities Multilingual Learner Instruction ( 75%) Provide targeted, evidence-based English language development instruction through small-group and individualized support for multilingual learners across grade levels. Implement instruction aligned to WIDA standards, grounded in effective language acquisition practices and integrated with the school’s literacy vision. Use diagnostic tools, language proficiency data (e.g., ACCESS/WIDA), and ongoing progress monitoring to tailor instruction and track growth. Collaborate with classroom teachers to support both integrated and designated language instruction and to reinforce vocabulary, oral language, and reading strategies within core classroom lessons. Partner with families to communicate progress, share strategies for language development at home, and strengthen culturally responsive relationships. Support the identification of multilingual learners, monitor proficiency levels, and maintain accurate documentation in accordance with state and federal guidelines. Data & MTSS Collaboration Maintain accurate student data records, including language proficiency scores, intervention plans, and progress monitoring. Participate actively in Student Intervention Team (SIT) and MTSS meetings to analyze student data, identify supports, and plan interventions. Support consistent, data-informed decision-making across grade levels, especially for multilingual learners needing additional literacy intervention. Help identify schoolwide trends related to language development and early literacy and support strategic responses to those trends. Contribute to the refinement of MTSS structures to ensure equitable and timely access to supports for multilingual learners. Literacy Coaching & Professional Learning ( 25% of Role) Support instructional coaching efforts in literacy and assist teachers in delivering high-quality core literacy instruction that meets the needs of multilingual learners. Model effective instructional practices—including scaffolding, vocabulary instruction, sentence frames, and structured oral language routines. Provide actionable, supportive feedback to teachers that honors their professionalism and strengthens literacy and language practices. Facilitate small-group or whole-staff professional learning aligned with schoolwide literacy goals, including language-rich strategies and culturally responsive pedagogy. Share resources, research, and tools that support the integration of language development and reading instruction. Serve as a member of the instructional leadership team. Collaboration & School Culture Embody the school’s People Paradigm — ownership, safety, rigor, candor, and togetherness — in all professional interactions. Contribute actively to a culture of collaboration, reflection, and craftsmanship within the literacy and multilingual teams. Engage as a full member of the professional learning community, bringing data, ideas, and initiative to team discussions. Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all communication and data sharing. Demonstrate flexibility, reliability, and a sense of humor — sustaining a joyful, purposeful presence within the school community. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred. Valid Minnesota teaching license required; ESL or Reading/Literacy endorsement preferred. Minimum of three years of successful teaching with demonstrated skill in literacy instruction and/or language development. Strong knowledge of WIDA standards, second-language acquisition, the Science of Reading, MTSS, and progress monitoring tools. Demonstrated skill in analyzing student data to inform instruction and support student growth. Ability to coach and collaborate effectively with teachers to improve literacy and language instructional practices. Commitment to equity, empathy, inclusion, and continuous learning, paired with professionalism, reliability, and joy in shared problem-solving. Working Conditions School-year position with regular attendance required. Occasional evenings or weekends for family engagement, professional learning, or school events. Fast-paced, collaborative environment requiring adaptability and relationship-building. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are performed in a typical school setting. There are minimal environmental hazards and risks associated with the nature of the work. Application Process Interested candidates should submit: A cover letter describing alignment with the school’s mission and People Paradigm A current résumé Three professional references (at least one from a supervisor) Required Qualifications: Minnesota teaching license in academic area FLSA: 10 Month, exempt, 1.0 position. Desired Start Date: August 2026 (date to be determined) Salary Range: $41,369 to $85,425 based on education and years of experience. Report to the MSA Elementary Principal Location: MSA Elementary Campus Benefits: MSA offers a generous benefits package and 12 days of paid time off to teachers. Benefits Employees with 0.5 FTE (working 20 or more hours per week) or higher are eligible for benefits listed below. Please reach out to info@mnmsa.org to request a copy of our benefits handbook. Paid Employee Benefits Health Insurance: MSA covers 100% of Single or 50% of Family Coverage. Dental Insurance: Single or Family Coverage. Math & Science Academy contributes 100% to the employee and 50% to the dependent(s) monthly dental premiums. Eligible dependents may participate in the plan. Those costs are the responsibility of the employee. Vision: Coverage, Single, or Family Coverage. Vision is voluntary and 100% paid by the employee. MSA also reimburses employees up to $200 each year for prescription glasses or contact lenses. Prescription Drug Coverage: Part of health insurance, see current benefits manual. Life and AD&D: MSA provides Group Term Life (GTL) through Principal Financial of 2 times your salary to $50,000. Eligible employees are automatically enrolled in GTL at no cost. Voluntary Life: Voluntary Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance can be purchased by the employee through Principal Financial. Each staff member is covered with both short term and long term disability insurance by MSA. MSA offers a voluntary 403(b) for staff that qualify for benefits. MSA will match 50% of the staff contribution up to a maximum of 2% of the staff’s earned yearly salary for that fiscal year (not including extracurricular pay, supplemental pay, or any other extra pay). MSA will make all legally required State Statute contributions to TRA for all licensed teacher staff and PERA for non-licensed staff and hourly staff. There are no third party costs related to the TRA and PERA plans. Paid Time Off (PTO) benefits: Licensed staff, working full school calendar: 12 days of PTO, prorated based on FTE status. Hourly staff, school calendar based: 10 days of PTO, prorated based on FTE status. District and Office Staff, year round: 20 days of PTO, prorated based on FTE status. Administrative Staff: 30 days PTO, prorated based on FTE status. MSA will pay out all unused PTO at the end of the fiscal school year, based on the employees calculated hourly rate. To the extent that the employee is responsible for any portion of the premium not paid by MSA, the employee’s portion of the premium will be paid by payroll deduction. Nonmonetary Benefits Ongoing Professional Development resources and training that include up to $1,000 in professional development funds for licensed roles and $200 in professional reading or memberships for licensed roles. This may be prorated based on FTE status. MSA complies with all state and federal laws regarding leave of absences. Under Minnesota Statute, a charter school must employ or contract with necessary teachers, supervisory personnel, and support personnel, as defined by section 122A.15, who hold valid licenses to perform the particular service for which they are employed in the school. In addition, if a teacher employed by a district makes a written request for an extended leave of absence to teach at a charter school, the district must grant the leave. You also maintain your TRA benefits, since MSA is a public school. Refer to MN Statute 145E.11 to view enrollment preference requirements.