Phalen Leadership Academies

ELL Instructor (Full Time)

2024-2025 School Year - Indianapolis, IN - Full Time


 

The Opportunity:

Skilled US is seeking a full-time ELL Instructor to provide adult learners with high-quality English Language Learner (ELL) instruction. This role requires teaching during morning hours, utilizing tools such as Burlington English, and conducting TABE (Test of Adult Basic Education) or CASAS (Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment Systems) assessments. The instructor will develop and deliver effective lessons that enhance English language proficiency while supporting students in overcoming language barriers to achieve their educational and career goals.

Key Deliverables:

Instruction and Curriculum Development:

  • Develop and deliver engaging ELL lesson plans tailored to the needs of adult learners, focusing on morning sessions.
  • Utilize Burlington English to create effective and interactive learning experiences.
  • Foster an inclusive classroom environment that encourages participation and collaboration.

Student Support:

  • Conduct and interpret TABE assessments to evaluate students’ English language skills and progress.
  • Create Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) to address the unique needs and goals of each student.
  • Provide one-on-one support as needed to ensure student success and retention.

Communication and Collaboration:

  • Maintain clear and consistent communication with students regarding progress and program requirements.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to align instruction with organizational goals and student needs.
  • Engage with community partners to identify resources that support student learning.

Reporting and Compliance:

  • Document and report student progress in compliance with organizational and state requirements.
  • Maintain accurate records of attendance, assessments, and outcomes.


Minimum Job Qualifications:

Availability:

  • This hybrid position requires in-person interaction with students, training partners, and community partners during the daytime hours. 

Skills And Knowledge Requirements: 

  • Knowledge of Indiana Academic Standards, Indiana Graduation Pathways, Next Level Programs of Study, Common Core State Standards, and 21st Century Skills.
  • Experience in teaching high school aged students in a nontraditional or adult education setting.
  • Ability to work with diverse populations, including individuals who have faced educational barriers.
  • Technical knowledge of G Suite and MS Office, as well as student information systems.
  • Bilingual skills are an added advantage.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Education, English as a New Language (ENL), or a related field.
  • Current Indiana ENL Professional Educator license preferred (Skilled US will provide funding for certification if necessary).

Experience:

  • At least two years of experience teaching ELL or ESL in an adult education or similar setting.
  • Certification in one or more of: TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults), TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language, DELTA (Diploma in English Language Teaching to Adults), or ESL Endorsement.
  • Proven experience working with Burlington English or similar instructional tools.
  • Familiarity with administering and interpreting TABE assessments.

Skills and Knowledge Requirements:

  • Familiarity with Indiana Academic Standards and best practices in adult education.
  • Ability to work with diverse populations and those facing educational barriers.
  • Proficiency with digital tools, including G Suite and MS Office.
  • Bilingual skills are a plus.
  • Gratitude - Demonstrate gratefulness for all that we have done and the opportunity to serve our scholars and communities


PLA is a transformative education nonprofit changing communities across the country by providing a depth of resources not found in the traditional education model.  In addition to serving as one of the country’s best turnaround school operators and successfully launching charter school start-ups, PLA also provides our school communities with a successful, research-based summer learning program (Summer Advantage), a successful Reading and Math Intervention program (Reading and Math Advantage) , and a workforce development program (PLA University) that provides expanded opportunities for our high school graduates, along with the family members of our current staff and students. This menu of programs and services is unique to our network, sets us apart from other organizations, and provides expanded opportunities for our staff through career advancement opportunities, and expanded income opportunities.  


PLA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.  We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. 

 

Please read carefully.

Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA) is an equal opportunity employer. PLA does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service.

By completing this application you understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for PLA to hire me. If hired, I understand that either PLA or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of PLA has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.

You attest by applying to this position that you have given PLA true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize PLA to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.

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