ENL Teacher

Washington Heights & Inwood (WHIN) Music Community Charter School
New York, NY
Category Education
Job Description
Role Overview

WHIN Music Community Charter School is a unique educational institution that combines rigorous academic instruction with intensive music education. As an ENL Teacher, you will be responsible for creating a fun and inclusive classroom culture, providing integrated instruction, and developing high-quality lesson plans. You will also be assessing students' ELL status, analyzing data, and differentiating instruction to drive academic outcomes. Collaborating with colleagues and supporting colleagues in their understanding and work with ENL students are also key aspects of this role.

What You Will Do

Specific responsibilities include creating and maintaining a fun and engaging classroom culture, providing integrated instruction, developing and implementing high-quality lesson plans, assessing students' ELL status, and driving academic outcomes for all students. You will also be collaborating with colleagues to implement an effective integrated co-teaching model and supporting colleagues in their understanding and work with ENL students.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role may be a fit for you if you are passionate about working in a collaborative work environment, excited about working in a school and neighborhood where diversity is central, and interested in learning about being an educator. You will be part of a community that values restorative justice, inquiry-based hands-on learning, and authentic learning experiences.

Requirements

  • NYS or equivalent ELL, TESOL, or ESL Teaching Certification
  • Bilingual (Fluent in Spanish and English minimum)
  • Urban elementary teaching experience
  • Demonstrated success raising achievement levels of all students
  • An unwavering belief that all students can achieve at a high level
  • Proven commitment and success working with students and families
  • The ability to thrive in a startup environment
  • The ability to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic, and exciting school
  • A sense of humor and kindness towards your colleagues

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match
  • Paid family leave
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