English Learner Teacher - English

Pathfinder Summer Program

The Burlington School District believes a diverse and culturally proficient faculty and staff are pivotal to the creation of a strong learning and working environment that supports student achievement and success. BSD administrators lead inclusive school communities with our vision: "Cultivating caring, creative, and courageous people. - Join the journey.”

The Mission of the Burlington School District is to graduate students who:

• Value different cultures;
• Engage with the community;
• Communicate effectively;
• Think creatively;
• Skillfully solve problems; and
• Achieve at their highest academic, intellectual and personal potential.

The Department of Multilingual Learners is seeking an English Learner (EL) English teacher for the Pathfinder EL Summer enrichment program at Burlington High School. The 4-week EL Pathfinder Program allows English Learners who are entering grades 9-12 to enhance their skills in English for academic purposes AND offers an opportunity to work on a multifaceted project to help educators learn more about the strengths and needs of multilingual learners. The program includes targeted skill development, active learning and paid work experience for students. Students generally selected are among the newest arrivals to education in the US, and can be expected to have beginner to intermediate proficiency in English. The ideal candidate for this position will have experience working with English Learners in English content, academic language, and in project-based learning.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Job Requirements:

• Licensed or eligible for Vermont Educators License. 
• EL endorsement strongly preferred
• Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Commitment to work all 4 program weeks, June 24th - July 19th

Experience:

• Previous experience and Training working with English language learners, ideally at the secondary level.
• Previous experience working in a summer learning program. Or understanding of summer learning.
• Experience working with Multilingual Liaisons or interpreters preferred.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of best practices regarding relationship building, creating a safe yet challenging learning environment, and motivation and student management, particularly for students who are not yet fully proficient in English.
• Evidence of strong connection with students and families
• Experience working with Multilingual Liaisons or interpreters preferred.
• Knowledge of secondary English/EL research-based best practices, including project-based and hands-on learning 

SALARY: This position is paid Bi-Weekly

Dates:6/24/24 - 7/19/24 (no class on July 4th)

Times:  8am-3pm [student contact 9-12 and 12:30-2:30] 

**CONTINGENT UPON FEDERAL FUNDING**

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Burlington School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Applications from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged.

The Burlington School District will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.