English/MLL Teacher

Company Overview:

Purdue Polytechnic High Schools (PPHS) is a mission-driven network of schools founded in partnership with Purdue University. Our vision is to inspire students through STEM-focused, real-world experiences, empowering them to become problem-solvers and skilled achievers who succeed in technical and STEM-related post-secondary programs and high-tech careers. At PPHS, we are committed to academic rigor and providing every student with the resources to succeed in higher education, particularly at institutions of the caliber of Purdue University. Our core values guide everything we do:

• Act as 1
• Nurture student genius
• Start from Yes
• Do the right thing
• Get it done

We aspire to create a world of equity where every student has the opportunity and access to achieve their goals and to realize their power to solve problems they encounter. We are intentional about building a culture of communication, collaboration, and innovation that creates a positive and supportive environment conducive to high academic achievement and long-term success.

Job Summary:

At PPHS, our teachers are educational coaches. Students take an active role in their learning and coaches facilitate, encourage and provide opportunity and support.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Direct provision of English language development to EL students (i.e. co-teaching, pull-out groups, etc.)
• Direct supervision of a student’s English language development, provided by a certified teacher trained in language acquisition. The EL Teacher of Record provides direct supervision by meeting regularly (at least once weekly) with the certified teacher adequately trained in language acquisition to determine instructional needs and to plan English language development for the student.
• Knowledge of student’s English Language Proficiency levels (via WIDA English Language Proficiency assessment results; additional progress monitoring; etc.)
• Development of English language instruction and supports of at least 30-45 minutes per day, 4-5 days a week in frequency and duration beyond standard English Language Arts instruction
• Assessing and analyzing English learner progress
• Oversight of the development and implementation of the Individual Learning Plan (ILP)
• Consistent and frequent collaboration with classroom teachers to ensure instruction and assessment is appropriate for the student at their current level of English proficiency
• Assurance of the required timely communication with parents with regard to their child’s English learner status via the Annual Parent Notification Letter; and additional parent communication on EL program-related information such as WIDA ACCESS results, notification of exiting EL services, etc.
• Facilitate and implement the formal monitoring process for students who have exited EL services for two years after their reclassification
• Providing EL expertise to case conferences for ELs with disabilities, MTSS meetings, referrals for Special Education evaluation, referrals for high ability programming, and other school-based processes pertaining to EL students
• Administration of WIDA placement tests and the annual ACCESS assessment
• Promotion of EL family engagement and participation in their child’s academics
• Professional development for staff on topics such as EL instructional best practices, data analysis, differentiation of assessments, etc.
• Provides coaching and support for student academic growth and achievement
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and community partners in a co-taught, interdisciplinary instructional setting
• Collects and analyzes student data to support instructional decisions
• Develop meaningful and supportive relationships with students
• Maintain positive relationships with students, families, colleagues, & community partners
• Engage students in academic conversations that elicit critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication
• Provide appropriate accommodations, modifications, and interventions for English Learners, students with 504 Plans, and Special Education students
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Current Indiana Teaching License required
• 2+ years working in classrooms
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to collaborate and work well in a team
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment