ELL Teacher/Coordinator

Qualifications & Skills

Possesses a bachelor’s degree or higher in English, ESL, linguistics, bilingual education, or a closely related degree, and a valid Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) certification, as per Mi Dept. of Labor and Workforce development policy.
Prior experience working with adults in an educational setting is preferred.
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of student information.
Skillfully provide support to students learning English.
Proficiency in following instructional plans utilizing best practice instruction strategies and curricular resources
Strong interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with teachers and staff.
Ability to build positive relationships with students.
Strong organizational skills for managing instructional materials and student records.
Ability to manage time effectively.
Dependability and punctuality.

Duties and Responsibilities

Plan and provide English instruction to limited English proficient adult students
Schedule students in appropriate levels of instruction and clearly communicate the schedule with all stakeholders, including students and district staff
Develop and implement instructional lessons based on student’s proficiency using content standards
Maintain accurate data and student records.
Participate in quarterly meetings with L.E.O. (Labor and Economic Opportunity) regional group in Kalamazoo.
Participate in budgeting planning and meetings with District Personnel.
Complete needs assessments and program evaluations in a timely manner in accordance with grant timelines
Provide ongoing, constructive feedback to students regarding progress and areas for improvement
Schedule and work collaboratively with outside employment counsellors and community agencies to ensure students have the necessary resources and communication skills to pursue employment in Michigan
Participate in professional development to maintain professional certifications
Ability to use MAERS (Michigan Adult Education Reporting System) to enter accurate program and student data

In-person attendance in Kalamazoo at the Region 8 Adult Education Providers meetings is required from 9am-12pm on 10/06/25, 12/08/25, 03/02/25, and 05/04/2025.

Program Dates: August 25 - May 29, 2026; Monday - Thursday from 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. (144 days)

Deadline to Apply: August 12th or Until filled

INTERESTED PARTIES SHOULD ADDRESS THEIR APPLICATIONS/RESUME TO:

Jennifer Thies, Director of Human Resources

BERRIEN SPRINGS PUBLIC SCHOOLS

PO Box 130

Berrien Springs, MI 49103

OR

Apply On-line at: https://www.applitrack.com/berriensprings/onlineapp/

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The Berrien Springs Public Schools Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic, (collectively, "Protected Classes") in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities

Adult ELL Teacher/Coordinator; Part-Time