Multilingual Learner Teacher

Maureen Joy Charter School is seeking Multilingual (ML) Teachers for the 2026-2027 school year. The Opportunity Maureen Joy Charter School is accepting applications from joyful, passionate, creative, and dedicated Multilingual Teachers who are committed to fostering a dynamic and engaging learning environment. Our K–8 school is dedicated to providing a rigorous academic program and a strong social-emotional foundation that nurtures and challenges each student to grow academically, socially, and personally. Who You Are You are an educator who deeply believes in the power of an excellent education and the potential of every child. You are passionate about making learning engaging, meaningful, and accessible to all students, and you are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and safe classroom environment. In alignment with our mission, we seek educators who are committed to anti‑racist principles and who reflect the diverse identities and backgrounds of our school community. We value teachers who not only love teaching but also intentionally foster classrooms that respect, affirm, and celebrate students’ differences. You are dedicated to supporting students’ intellectual and emotional growth, and this commitment is evident in your teaching practice and mindset. You are reflective, coachable, and eager to receive and apply constructive feedback as part of a collaborative community of educators working together to continuously improve in service of our students. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required. A degree in Multilingual Education, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), or a related linguistic field is preferred. Hold or be eligible for a valid teaching certification in English as a Second Language (ESL) or Multilingual Education. Proven experience in classroom teaching at the elementary or middle school level, with a demonstrated track record of supporting diverse linguistic populations. Strong understanding of state academic standards paired with English Language Development (ELD) curriculum frameworks (WIDA). Ability to utilize diverse, research‑based instructional methods and scaffolding techniques tailored to different language proficiency tiers. Key Responsibilities Rigorous, Scaffolded Curriculum: Execute a rigorous, standards‑based curriculum, integrating English Language Development (ELD) standards to scaffold instruction for students at all language proficiency levels. Comprehensive Lesson Delivery: Plan, implement, and evaluate differentiated lessons that simultaneously promote academic content mastery and language domain growth (listening, speaking, reading, and writing). Data‑Driven Refinement: Analyze and utilize linguistic and classroom data to refine lessons, accommodations, and language‑support systems, ensuring maximum effectiveness, student engagement, and timely feedback. Continuous Professional Growth: Participate actively in professional development sessions focused on second‑language acquisition, coaching meetings, and feedback conversations to continuously improve teaching practices. Team Collaboration: Engage actively with members of the ML team as well as grade‑level and content‑area teams to align student language goals. Inclusive Culture & Systems: Implement school‑wide systems and routines alongside culturally responsive practices to create a cohesive, aligned, and predictable classroom culture. Active, Asset‑Based Atmosphere: Create and maintain a classroom atmosphere that encourages active learning, collaborative conversation, and participation from all multilingual students. Stakeholder Partnerships: Collaborate with general education teachers, parents, translators, and stakeholders to advocate for student success. The Strongest Candidates Will Have Content & Literacy Foundations: Excellent content knowledge of grade‑level academic standards, with a deep understanding of early literacy development, foundational math practices, and second‑language acquisition milestones. Innovative & Proactive Practice: A proactive attitude and an innovative approach to language teaching, utilizing creative methods to provide access to grade‑level content for all levels of developing English speakers. Linguistic Technology Integration: Experience integrating educational technology into the classroom to support language learning, visual scaffolding, and real‑time student engagement. Asset‑Based Differentiation: Proven ability to differentiate instruction and scaffold learning based on the diverse language proficiency tiers and unique backgrounds of multilingual learners. Data‑Driven Language Growth: A documented track record of driving measurable student achievement and language proficiency gains through the consistent analysis of student‑level and class‑level performance data. Mindset for Coaching & Continuous Growth: A growth mindset featuring openness, enthusiasm, and a proactive approach toward applying coaching feedback to enhance instructional practices. Warm & Joyful Student Advocacy: A joyful, warm, and empathetic approach to students; passionately embracing and supporting the academic, linguistic, and socio‑emotional needs of every child daily. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Cross‑Cultural Communication & Organization: Strong organizational skills paired with exceptional cross‑cultural communication abilities, ensuring clear, accessible engagement with students, families, and school staff. Adaptive Problem‑Solving & Critical Thinking: Adept at proactive problem‑solving and critical thinking to navigate complex instructional challenges and advocate effectively for student resources. Developmental & Linguistic Expertise: Deep knowledge of child development and research‑based language acquisition strategies tailored explicitly to the academic and social needs of elementary and/or middle school‑age groups. Collaborative Co‑Teaching Alignment: Proven skill in fostering a collaborative, professional learning environment through effective co‑planning and alignment with general education teachers and the broader ML team. Linguistic Data‑Driven Instruction: Demonstrated ability to implement data‑driven instruction, utilizing both language proficiency data and academic assessments to inform daily intervention and programmatic decision‑making. In This Role, You Will Get to Responsive Coaching & Growth: Receive ongoing feedback and targeted guidance from the ML Coordinator to continuously refine language acquisition strategies and scaffolding techniques. Cross‑Content Language Support: Support multilingual learners across all core content areas, ensuring equitable access to grade‑level curriculum through intentional vocabulary development and strategic learning modifications. Transformative Student Impact: Influence the lives of students by providing a high‑equity, transformative educational experience that celebrates multilingualism as a cognitive and cultural superpower. Collaborative Innovation: Collaborate with a dedicated team of educators who actively value professional development, cross‑departmental alignment, and innovative practices in language education. Diverse Community Engagement: Engage deeply with a rich, diverse school community, participating in various school initiatives, cultural celebrations, and family‑outreach activities to strengthen home‑school connection. Other Essential Responsibilities School‑Wide Operations Support: Assist in various school duties, including arrival, lunch, dismissal, and recess as needed. Policy & Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with school policies and regulatory requirements. Reporting Structure You will report directly to the Assistant Principal of Student Support Services. Miscellaneous Participation in extracurricular activities such as clubs, sports, or after‑school tutoring is encouraged. Flexibility to take on auxiliary roles within the school as needed to support overall student engagement and success. Disclaimer The job description provided above is intended to outline the general nature and level of work expected from employees in this position. It is not exhaustive and should not be interpreted as a complete inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required for the role. Equal Opportunity Maureen Joy Charter School is an equal opportunity employer. We hire without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. We strongly encourage diverse candidates to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Maureen Joy Charter School