Leominster Public Schools

Literacy/Coach Specialist for English Learners 

Grades 6-12

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Literacy/Professional Development/Coach Specialist for English Learners serves as assistant to the Director of Teaching and Learning/EL Director and is expected to understand and accept the mission of the Leominster Public Schools in reference to the education of English Learners. Must have knowledge of research-based instructional strategies, methodology, and materials for ELL students, demonstrate knowledge of second language acquisition theory and practice, and be committed to ongoing professional learning. Provide a variety of services for the English Language Learners Department through planning, implementing curriculum, supporting content teachers, and coordinating programs. This is in order to deliver Leominster Public Schools’ high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, the achievement of academic proficiency for all students, and the closing of the opportunity gap among subgroups within the schools.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

Valid Massachusetts Teaching license in ESL and SEI Endorsement are required. Please note that licensure requirements are subject to change at the discretion of DESE.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

At least a Master’s Degree in the area of MS/HS/ELE/ curriculum. At least 3 years of working as a MS/HS teacher and three years as an ESL teacher.  

Demonstrated success facilitating and providing professional development to support adult learners

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students and that aligns with current research as disseminated by the department of multilingual education.

• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
• To align WIDA standards in ELA curriculum and provide direct pedagogical instruction to teachers in 6-12 ELL and content specific areas SEI (when appropriate)
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and in harmony with the goals establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to students.
• Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
• Counsels with colleagues, students, and or parents (when necessary) on a regular basis.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on staff/ILT and/or school committees.
• Provides professional development to staff.
• Conducts coaching cycles with teachers.
• Leads Team Time.
• Guides compliance work at schools.
• Delivers information from the Department of Multilingual Education to schools.
• Participates in staff development programs.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Reports to: Administrators of Teaching and Learning 

Salary:  Teacher on Special Assignment, salary + 10 percent of base (204 days) - 2 weeks before the school year starts and 5 days after the school year ends with 5 days flexible.

Please submit letter of interest or cover letter, resume, transcripts, and evidence of ESE licensure.