Location
Somerville, MA, United States
Posted on
Nov 10, 2022
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The Somerville Center for Adult Learning Experiences (S.C.A.L.E.) is now accepting applications for the position of part-time CLS (Career and Life Skills) Teacher – Level 3. Classes are held at our current location, 167 Holland Street, Somerville, MA 02144.
The Career and Life Skills Teacher is responsible for preparing engaging, active, learner-centered lessons for adult immigrant students at Low-Intermediate levels of English proficiency. Instruction focuses on English reading, writing, speaking, listening, vocabulary, and grammar according to the curricular guidelines of the program. Teachers follow the SCALE ELL curriculum to provide a rigorous and meaningful educational experience to meet program objectives and student goals.
The Career and Life Skills class incorporates Integrated and Contextualized learning to emphasize skills that help learners function effectively within the workforce and civic and community life (Digital Literacy, Financial Literacy, Health Literacy, Civics Education Skills, and Workplace Preparation).
Responsibilities Include:
Plan and deliver high-quality lessons that align with the ELL Department’s Curriculum Guidelines and the MA DESE English Language Proficiency Standards. ( submit one lesson plan per month
Attend and participate in department meetings, appropriate in-service workshops, and take advantage of professional development opportunities for continued improvement in ELL instruction and teaching strategies.
Implement useful diagnostic and progress assessment measures to evaluate student progress and make placement recommendations as required by department policy/procedures.
Complete attendance and assessment-related activities in compliance with the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE).
Work effectively with other teachers, counselor(s) and program administrators for program effectiveness and to ensure the development and growth of student knowledge and skills.
Follow all department policy/procedures regarding the delivery of instruction, progress monitoring and placement, substitutes and substitute lesson plans, and operating procedures.
Integrate technology into instruction.
Qualifications:
Appropriate Department of Elementary and Secondary Educator's license in the field or subject for this position – ESL a plus.
DESE SEI Endorsement Required
Bilingual Educator Preferred
BEST Plus and TABE-e Reading certification is preferred but not required for this position.
Demonstrated knowledge of a variety of teaching approaches for ESL
Ability to integrate technology to enhance instruction
Schedule
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Part Time: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
9 teaching hours and 2 preparation hours per week
Monthly meetings, 12:15pm – 1:15 p.m.
Teaching responsibilities begin in September (upon completion of the hiring process) June 30, 2023. (Please note that the actual end date will be determined after snow days and other cancellations.)
Position Type:
Part-time
Positions Available:
1
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Our Mission: The Somerville Public Schools is dedicated to the realization of the full intellectual, physical, social, and emotional potential of all students. Our talented team of teachers and other professionals provides every student with the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to be successful throughout their lives. This is accomplished through the delivery of innovative instruction guided by the Massachusetts Curriculum and Somerville Curriculum Frameworks, and supported through partnerships with organizations such as Primary Source, and the Center for Engineering Education and Outreach at Tufts University.
Job Requirements
No experience required
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