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KIPP Delta Public Schools
ELL Teacher (K-12)
K-12
TESOL
Edtech.com's Summary
KIPP Delta Public Schools is hiring an ELL Teacher (K-12). The role provides specialized English language instruction to multilingual learners across grade levels in Blytheville, Arkansas, teaching grammar and vocabulary and helping students navigate a new language and culture. The teacher also screens students for English language services and serves as the main point of contact for non-English-speaking families.
Highlights
- Design and deliver scaffolded reading, writing, speaking, and listening lessons aligned with state English Language Proficiency standards.
- Administer initial language proficiency screenings and annual state-mandated assessments to track student progress and determine which students are eligible for services.
- Partner with general education teachers in push-in or pull-out models, sharing strategies that make core content accessible to English learners.
- Maintain and update Individualized Language Plans for a caseload of students at varying proficiency levels.
- Act as the primary contact for non-English-speaking families, facilitating communication and fostering a welcoming school environment.
- Bachelor's degree in Education, TESOL, or a related field, plus a valid state teaching license with an ESL/ELL/ENL endorsement (K-12) or current enrollment in an approved licensure program.
- Understanding of second language acquisition theory, including the difference between social (BICS) and academic (CALP) language, and the flexibility to move from an elementary phonics lesson to analyzing a secondary persuasive essay.
- Proficiency with digital learning tools such as Duolingo for Schools, Lexia, or Google Classroom; fluency in a second language is a plus.
ELL Teacher (K-12) Full Description
Company Description
KIPP Delta Public Schools operates tuition-free, open-enrollment college-preparatory charter schools in the Arkansas Delta, serving over 1,000 students in Helena and Blytheville. Through a rigorous PreK-12 program and an asset-based approach, KIPP empowers students to discover their purpose and expand regional opportunities.
Job Description
The ELL Teacher is responsible for teaching grammar and vocabulary and building bridges for students navigating a new language and a new culture. This position will work across grade levels K-12 to provide specialized English language instruction, ensuring our multilingual learners have the tools to thrive academically and socially.
Key Responsibilities
- Instructional Excellence: Design and deliver scaffolded lessons in reading, writing, speaking, and listening that align with state English Language Proficiency (ELP) standards.
- Assessment & Placement: Administer initial language proficiency screenings and annual state-mandated assessments to track student progress and determine service eligibility.
- Collaborative Coaching: Partner with general education teachers to "push-in" or "pull-out," providing strategies to make core content accessible to English learners.
- Individualized Support: Maintain and update Individualized Language Plans (ILPs) for a diverse caseload of students with varying proficiency levels.
- Family Advocacy: Act as a primary point of contact for non-English speaking families, facilitating communication and fostering a welcoming school environment.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, TESOL, or a related field required.
- Valid State Teaching License with an ESL/ELL/ENL Endorsement (K-12) or current enrollment in an approved Licensure Program required.
- Deep understanding of second language acquisition theories and the distinction between social (BICS) and academic (CALP) language.
- The ability to pivot from an elementary phonics lesson to analyzing a persuasive secondary essay.
- Fluency in a second language is a plus.
- Proficiency with digital learning tools (e.g., Duolingo for Schools, Lexia, or Google Classroom).
Additional Information
Teacher salaries will be based on experience, degree level, and licensure per the SY 2025-26 Salary Schedule range.
KIPP Delta Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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