English Language Learner ELL Instructional Aide

New Branches Charter Academy strives to provide a positive learning environment along with a rigorous academic and cultural program where our children learn to become healthy responsible citizens lifelong learners and world leaders.

English Language Learner Instructional Aide

About Us: At New Branches Charter Academy (NBCA) our mission is to provide a positive academic and social learning environment for all students. . NCBA is a destination school located on a 12 acre campus that is known for providing environmentally focused learning experiences and selfsustaining practices through dedication to academic excellence. NBCA knows that teachers are the heart of the school and are surrounded by a support system that is committed to the success of every child.

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Curriculum & Instruction

• Assists the ELL Teacher in preparing for instruction.
• Supports the learning process toward achievement of curriculum goals and implementation of personal learning plans of students.
• Assists the ELL Teacher in maintaining accurate records documenting schedules work detail student linguistic development and/or accommodations and more.
• Collaborates with the ELL students teacher(s) and the ELL Lead Teacher to help the student complete and comprehend content lessons and assignments.
• Assists the ELL Teacher with documenting the speaking listening reading and writing skills of ELL student(s) through instruction based on the State ELL standards.
• Demonstrates effective planning and organization for instruction.
• Uses resources and materials effectively for implementation of the curriculum and adapts materials and methods to the learning styles and abilities of students.
• Uses creative instructional methods and procedures and adapts effectively to unusual situations.
• Motivates students to achieve at their highest level of ability and potential through classroom activities assignments relationships participation and feedback; holds high expectations and demonstrates sensitivity to different learning styles.
• Uses resources effectively to support learning activities in the classroom the Academy and the community.
• Demonstrates exceptional classroom techniques which include the art of questioning clarity of assignments communicating an atmosphere of mutual respect independent thought and expression and student and teacher experiences in large and small groups.

Classroom Management:

• Works cooperatively with guardians and generates guardians confidence in the teacher.
• Demonstrates genuine concern for students in a climate characterized by high personal and student expectations.
• Promotes responsible citizenship through ones actions as a role model.
• Provides a classroom atmosphere based on the principles of firm fair and consistent practices respect for individual children and the development of responsible citizenship.

Student Enrollment & Retention:

• Shares responsibility for marketing the Academy in the community.

Professional Development & Leadership:

• Attends professional development meetings and activities related to the English as a Second/Other Language (ESOL) program.
• Participates in the development of policies and regulations that affect instruction and the conditions of success.
• Uses technology effectively for instruction record keeping communication and other administrative tasks.
• Shares responsibility for professional cooperative staff relations and for outofclass activities important to the operation of the Academy.
• Conducts himself or herself according to professional and ethical principles.
• Continually strives to improve classroom methods teaching techniques and interpersonal relationships.
• Displays personal qualities which reflect favorably upon the individual the group and the Academy.
• Displays pride in being a teacher and a member of the Academy.

Facilities:

• Assumes responsibility for the orderliness of the learning environment and the appropriate and safe use of instructional facilities and equipment.

Other:

• Assumes other responsibilities assigned by the School Leader..

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimal Requirements:

• Minimum of an Associates degree 60 credits); Bachelors degree or Valid Michigan Teacher Certificate preferred.
• Able to use technology as an instructional tool in the classroom as a means of analyzing academic achievement data and as a tool to aid effective communications.
• Exemplary work habits verified by previous employers.

Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge of and experience teaching the academic curriculum.
• Demonstrated competence working with students in all areas of focus.
• Excellent verbal and written expression using proper grammar and vocabulary.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

BENEFITS INCLUDE

• Medical Dental and Vision insurance.
• ShortTerm Disability Insurance Life Insurance and 401(K)!
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Paid time off
• Education Tuition Reimbursement available.
• Employee Assistance Program available.

JOB GOAL
To provide students with a first class learning experience contributing to their development as responsible citizens and leaders in their communities.

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