Multilingual Learner (ML) Teacher - Valid NC Licensure Required

Asheville City Schools Job Description

Multilingual Learner (ML) Teacher

Job Title: Multilingual Learner (ML) Teacher

Job Status: Full-Time

Location: School-based (location will depend on student caseload)

Contact: Shannon.Baggett@acsgmail.net

General Statement of Job

The Multilingual Learner (ML) Teacher position will support a caseload of multilingual learners in all aspects of their educational experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide direct support to a caseload of multilingual learners

• Appropriately modify and adapt instruction for multilingual learners

• Work with school administration and general education teachers to implement best practices for serving multilingual learners

• Advocate for multilingual learners in all aspects of their educational experience

• Support and take part in the development, implementation, and articulation of the District’s K-12 Language Instruction Educational Program (LIEP).

• Provide professional development for general education teachers, when appropriate, to facilitate more effective instruction for multilingual learners

• Effectively communicate with the families of multilingual learners and serve as the liaison between the school and the family

• Implement the screening and identification process for multilingual learners, including administering the WIDA Screener

• Administer the WIDA Access assessment

• Participate in training opportunities to develop and strengthen knowledge on current techniques in language acquisition, English Language Development, Long Term English Learner strategies, and other related topics

• Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the principal and carry out non-instructional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in education or a related field

• Current NC Teaching certificate, including ESL certification

• Strong advocate for multilingual students and their families

• Maintains an equity lens that elevates the voices of students and families from diverse cultural backgrounds

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching English Language Development

• Experience working with Hispanic, Pacific Islander, Chinese, and Ukrainian communities