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BILLINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT 2 MATH ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNER TEACHER in BILLINGS, Montana
Billings School District 2 is seeking a Mathematics English Language Learners (ELL) Teacher (Grades 6-12) for the Billings Multilingual Academy at the Lincoln Center (Middle and High School). Salary Range: DOE Based on Current Teacher Salary Matrix. Schedule: Full-time - 187 days over 10 months aligned to the school district calendar (End of August to mid-June). Additional days during the Summer of 2024 will be contracted in order to get this new charter school ready in time for the 2024 - 2025 school year. We are seeking a dedicated and passionate English Language Learners (ELL) Teacher with expertise in mathematics instruction for middle and high school levels at the newly approved charter school - The Billings Multilingual Academy. Interested educators will have an opportunity to help design, develop and inaugurate this new charter school the summer of 2024. The ideal candidate will be committed to providing high-quality instruction and support to students who are learning English as an additional language, particularly in the context of mathematics during the 2024 - 2025 school year. The ELL Teacher will collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement effective instructional strategies tailored to meet the diverse needs of English Language Learners in mathematics. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the academic and linguistic development of students from diverse cultural backgrounds within the realm of mathematics education. Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Mathematics Education with a valid, or eligible for, Montana teaching license for Grades 5-12 (Master's degree preferred but not required). - Additional credentials in TESOL, Linguistics, ESL, Bilingual Education, or a related field. - Experience working with English Language Learners in a middle or high school educational setting. - Knowledge of second language acquisition theories and models, best practices in language teaching, and cultural competency. - Strong instructional planning and classroom management skills. - Ability to differentiate mathematics instruction to meet the diverse needs of English Language Learners. - Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills. - Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive teaching practices. - Fluency in a second language (preferred). - Experience with instructional technology and digital resources for mathematics instruction and language learning (preferred). Duties: - Design and deliver engaging and differentiated mathematics instruction to English Language Learners in middle and high school. - Develop and implement individualized learning plans for ELL students. - Provide language and mathematics content support to ELL students. - Assess students' language proficiency and mathematical understanding. - Collaborate with other teachers, administrators, and support staff. - Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment. - Communicate effectively with students, families, and stakeholders. - Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills in the field. - Stay current with research and trends in second language acquisition, culturally responsive teaching, and educational technology. - Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement school-wide initiatives to support English Language Learners and promote equity and diversity in the middle and high school community. Additional Knowledge of and Skill in: - Communicating effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. - Operating standard office equipment as well as computer programs and applications. - Family community resources. - Developing record and tracking systems. Equal Opportunity Employer.