English Language Learner Teacher

English Language Learner Teacher

Franklin Special District seeks top talent committed to fostering student success through a supportive, inclusive work environment. With competitive benefits and a best-in-class work culture, we prioritize innovation, collaboration, and lifelong learning. Our mission is to attract professionals who bring creativity, dedication, and a student-centered approach to their roles, supporting a diverse community and helping prepare every student for lifelong achievement. We're focused on building a team that values excellence, making a meaningful impact on our schools and community.

To provide support and explicit instruction to English Language Learners through intervention, support and classroom instruction.

Essential Functions:

• Assess students' skills to determine their needs and to develop teaching plans
• Teach listening, speaking, reading and writing through core content instruction based on the Tennessee Academic Standards for Language Arts and the WIDA Standards
• Administer required tests and language assessments for the purpose of evaluating student language ability
• Develop individual learning plans based on data and implement the action steps in that plan by working closely with core content teachers
• Support ELL students with the core content of the grade level
• Provide instruction on language and speaking and writing daily
• Participate in a variety of meetings to convey and gain information to improve service to ELL students
• Maintain positive relationships with parents and community members
• Inform parents of progress and challenges to collaborate on best practices with each student
• Model effective communication with students
• Plan, prepare, implement, and assess instructional lessons based on the grade-level standards and the individual learning plan for each student

Qualifications:

• Appropriate Tennessee Teaching License with applicable endorsement
• Fluency in instruction in the following areas of the English language: listening, speaking, reading and writing
• Bachelors' Degree or higher in related field
• Knowledge of Second Language Acquisition theories
• Knowledge and appreciation of cultural differences and impact on student learning
• Effective communication skills

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Franklin Special District (FSD) is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs. FSD is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment that reflects the diversity of our community and promotes equity for all. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), FSD provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Current or prospective employees are encouraged to discuss accommodation needs with Human Resources.