Teacher-ES Multilingual

LEGACY EARLY COLLEGE OVERVIEW

Legacy Early College is a K4-12 public charter school that originated through the vision of businessman William Brown in 2009, with an unwavering focus on “To and Through College” at every grade level.  Legacy’s model combines academics, nutrition, physical fitness, and mental health. In addition to our college-driven academic standards, meals are made on site, scholars participate in PE every day, and Social-Emotional Literacy is integrated into the culture and curriculum.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Legacy Early College is looking for a dynamic Multilingual Learner (ML) educator who has experience working with limited English proficient scholars. The ML Teacher will co-teacher core content classes, provide direct instruction, create and facilitate hands-on activities, and lead small groups and one-on-one instruction.

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Provide English instruction to limited English proficient scholars

· Develop and implement instructional lessons based upon scholars’ proficiency levels using WIDA English Language Development (ELD) and SC content standards

· Provide ongoing feedback to scholars, the Multilingual Learner Program Coordinator, teachers, the principal, and parent/guardian 

· Analyze scholar progress to identify areas for improvement

· Administer WIDA ACCESS for ELLs, SC EOC/READY, benchmark, and other assessments

· Development of meaningful Individualized Language Acquisition Plans (ILAPs) for each ML scholar

· Conduct regular progress monitoring

· Maintain program documentation

QUALIFICATIONS

· Bachelor’s degree, required

· South Carolina teaching certification in grade level band served, required

· English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) certification/endorsement, preferred

· A minimum of 2 years of successful lead teaching experience in an underserved community, preferred

· Experience working with MLs, preferred

· Bilingual (English/Spanish), preferred

Work Schedule

Teachers will operate on the Legacy Early College academic calendar, on the 195-day (10-month school year) schedule. A typical week during normal school hours is Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm. 

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salaries are based on education, certification, and experience.
• State PEBA benefits include medical, dental, and vision, as well as additional benefits.
• Vanguard 401k: Employee Invest 6% + Employer Match 8% = 14%
• Paid time off, school closure, and holidays.
• On-site fitness center

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that the employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Long-standing and sitting periods and the ability to lift items up to 25 lbs are required.
• Position might require travel.
• Periodic participation in activities to support Legacy Early College is required.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that the employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Position will have periods of extended work week hours, which are required to support both the ongoing development of the region and the delivery of high-quality education for all students.

General Sign-off

The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies. Duties may be changed at the discretion of Legacy Early College at any time.

Statement of Non-Discrimination

Legacy Early College is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment. Legacy Early College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.