2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

DESCRIPTION: The English Language Learner (ELL) Teacher Coordinator provides instruction and support to students whose primary language is not English. The ELL Teacher develops students’ English language proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing while helping them succeed in academic content areas.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Education, English, Linguistics, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
Valid teaching certification with an ESL/ELL endorsement
Knowledge of second language acquisition theory and instructional strategies.
Experience working with diverse student populations.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bilingual or multilingual abilities.
Experience with culturally responsive teaching practices.
Familiarity with instructional technology and language learning tools.
Ability to differentiate instruction for varying proficiency levels.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide direct instruction in English language development aligned with state standards (such as WIDA Consortium standards).
Assess students’ English proficiency using tools such as WIDA ACCESS or similar assessments.
Develop and implement individualized learning plans for ELL students.
Collaborate with classroom teachers to support language development across all subject areas.
Modify curriculum and instructional materials to meet students’ language needs.
Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records and documentation.
Communicate effectively with families, including those with limited English proficiency.
Support students’ cultural adjustment and promote an inclusive classroom environment.
Participate in IEPs, 504s and SST meetings when applicable.
Stay current with best practices in TESOL and bilingual education.
Attend MDE, county-wide and local consortium meetings.
Maintain EL handbook aligned with MDE policies and procedures.
Complete duties as required by MDE.

This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but to accurately reflect the primary job elements. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this classification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; stand; sit; use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms using a keyboard and video display terminal. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, ability to adjust focus, depth perception and peripheral vision.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is standard classroom setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but occasionally high depending upon student population and activities. Employee may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION - The Parchment School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation and/or transgender identity, disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. Inquiries by applicants, students and/or parents/guardians relates to discrimination on the basis of disability/status should be directed to: Superintendent of the Parchment School District, 520 N. Orient Street, Parchment, MI 49004. Phone Number 269-488-1050.

EL Coordinator