ELL Teacher - Great Lakes Connections Academy

School Summary

Great Lakes Learning Academy is authorized by Central Michigan University. The school is operated by Great Lakes Learning Academy, a nonprofit corporation, through a contract with Connections Education, LLC, to provide its educational program and other services. The school is governed by an independent board of directors, and all board meetings are open to the public.

Position Summary and Responsibilities

Working from our office in East Lansing, Michigan, or your home office, the ELL teacher will virtually manage instructional programs for ELL students via telephone and Internet with the use of various curriculum tools. The ELL teacher will consult regularly with students, learning coaches and teachers to ensure the success of every ELL student. In addition, the ELL teacher will be responsible for the successful completion of the following tasks:

Coordinate language proficiency screenings and testing as mandated in Michigan

Ensure compliances with state-timelines for tasks such as Beginning of the Year, Middle of the Year and End of the Year

Attend local and state-provided professional development training related to ELL compliance and instruction

Collaborate with appropriate stakeholders to support student learning

Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding

Communicate with parents and students on a consistent, regular basis to develop and update ELL Program Plans and schedules, discuss assessments, provide feedback on student work, suggest instructional approaches and strategies, monitor completion of assignments and coach special projects

Conduct ELL focused conferences in a timely manner

Become proficient with supplemental programs to support English Language Learners in the virtual setting, including interpreting data within the programs

Develop a general knowledge of the GLLA’s curriculum, as applicable

Design and Facilitate staff Professional Learning opportunities in the areas of ELL

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Qualified and certified to teach the appropriate subject in Michigan 

Michigan Residency preferred

Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite)

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

Highly organized and punctual

Student and family focused approach

High degree of flexibility

Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment

Team player track record

Strong interpersonal skills which include the ability to work effectively with students, parents, staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds.

Travel to and attendance at in-person events, including State Testing is required throughout the school year, as determined by the school. This may require overnight travel.

Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed to support some families

Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication.