Job Description:

SUMMARY

Teaches and models for Classroom Teachers the most effective, research-based instructional methodologies designed to specifically address the needs of students developing proficiency in a second language.  Works with Principals to promote the best practices for teaching content and language arts to students acquiring a second language, and to ensure that all English Language Learners (ELL) receive English Language Development (ELD) instruction as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge and/or experience as a trainer in the Essential Elements of Instruction, or willingness to complete this requirement within one year
• Knowledge of and/or experience as a trainer in the most recent Arizona State Standards (including the Common Core Standards) or willingness to complete this requirement within one year.
• Arizona Teaching Certification with Structured English Immersion (SEI) or Bilingual Endorsement (BE) or English as a Second Language (ESL) Endorsement.
• Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card.
• A Master’s Degree in Curriculum, Teaching, Educational Administration, English, or a related field OR Six years of teaching experience in ESL or Bilingual classes 
• Experience presenting or facilitating staff development sessions on such topics as SEI programs or ESL methodologies

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO START DATE

• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience as a Language Acquisition Coach.
• Demonstrated success in engaging African American and Latino students.
• Bilingual (Spanish) endorsement

COMMENTS
Effective: 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
LOCATION: Language Acquisition - 1010 E 10th Street
FTE: 1.0 - 7.5 hours per day
Work Calendar: 9.5 month
2 Positions available

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