About this role
The Amherst-­Pelham Regional School District is currently seeking highly qualified applicants for the position of English Language Learner (ELL) Teacher at the Amherst Regional Middle School. This is a half- time, school year position. Bilingual/ bi-cultural applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Qualifications Qualified applicants should possess the following:
• Experience designing and delivering high quality, explicit English Language Development instruction to support the rapid acquisition of English Proficiency and support access to grade level content.
• Effective use of culturally responsive teaching practices to support students socially, emotionally and academically.
• Experience using a variety of assessment methods to make data informed instructional decisions that accelerate student growth.
• Highly effective oral and written communication skills, and ability to work with a diverse population of students within a multicultural school / community.
• Strong positive, interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with students, colleagues and supervisors.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• All applicants must hold a valid Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education educator license as an ELL teacher at the appropriate secondary level or be eligible for a one ­year waiver.
ADA Statement: Amherst-Pelham Regional Public Schools is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Reasonable accommodations will be made to ensure individuals with disabilities can perform the essential functions of the job.