2026-27 ELD Teacher

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Under the supervision of school leaders, the ideal candidate will drive student outcomes in the following ways:

Build and maintain a language-rich learning Environment

Create and support a classroom environment immersed in literacy and conducive to learning.
Establish positive rapport and meaningful engagement with students, staff, and families.
Utilize instructional time efficiently and effectively.
Demonstrate initiative and creativity in applying evidence-based practice to teaching and professional learning.

Knowledge and Use of Content Learning and Literacy (CALL) strategies and Routines

Contribute to planning and actualizing instructional priorities for the school-wide literacy program in conjunction with the instructional leadership team.
Implements the adopted core and supplemental reading programs, and supports effective use for teachers and paraprofessionals.
Maintains and shares a collection of professional literacy/learning materials, which reflect current research and best practices.
Executes the Common Core ELA and English Language Arts/English Language Development Framework.

Support school-wide literacy instruction

Collaborates with grade level and content teams in promoting literacy strategies.
Assists with the development and selection of resources to enhance literacy awareness/focus in the regular and intervention classrooms.
Focus on academic English Language Development to prepare all students to meet or exceed academic content standards in the subject areas.
Incorporates opportunities for English Learners participate in discussions that tap into funds of knowledge and background.
Collaborates with all grade level and content teachers to enhance support for ELs.
Collaborates with teams of teachers to increase content literacy through Integrated ELD Instruction specific to newcomers and students at lower language proficiency levels.
Supports the schoolwide assessment program, and collaborates with the instructional team to use data to guide instructional planning.
Promotes literacy as a process, and develops a life-long love of reading and learning in reluctant learners.
Maintains systems that monitor student growth and progress, and shares results with students, team members, and families.
Other duties as assigned

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree required; advance degree in subject area preferred
Possession of a valid preliminary, or clear California Single Subject teaching credential with BCLAD, CLAD or ELA1
Minimum of 5 years teaching experience
Demonstrated success working with students from educationally underserved areas
Proven track record in raising reading achievement
Experience with English Language Learners
Vast knowledge and expertise in reading and writing instruction

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Background with instructional coaching preferred
Exceptional relationship building skills and the ability to communicate clearly to multiple stakeholders
A strong belief that all students can succeed
A do-whatever-it takes attitude including a willingness to work occasionally on the weekend or in the evening
Passionate about improving public education to help all children reach their dreams
An exceptional ability to respond well to feedback and implement it immediately
A strong ethical base and self-awareness
Bilingual Spanish preferred
Commitment to LA Promise Fund mission and Core Values of Integrity, Accountability, Collaboration, Professionalism, Excellence, Diversity and Equity
Must clear a LiveScan criminal background check
Must clear a TB Risk Assessment
Must complete Mandated Reporter training
COVID-19 Vaccination (Recommended)

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