Multilingual Learner (MLL) Lead Teacher at KIPP Academy Lynn Charter SchoolKIPP Academy Lynn Charter School is looking for talented, committed, and culturally competent MLL lead teachers who have the power to amplify our children’s potential by creating a school experience that affirms, values, and challenges students each day. We seek to create a professional and authentic environment of joy, excellence, care, and community where educators can make long-term transformative outcomes for students.Please note that in compliance with DESE licensure policies, candidates must obtain their ESL licensure prior to starting with students. This role requires consistent and reliable demonstration of the following essential job functions and key responsibilities: KEY RESPONSIBILITIESAcademic ResponsibilitiesEnsure that all children feel affirmed, valued, and challenged every dayCreate and foster a positive and safe learning environmentMeet regularly with co-teachers to review student data and plan appropriate language supportsCreate language goals and objectives and plan lessons that move students toward meeting these goalsPlan and teach small group language-focused lessonsConsider students’ language, cultural, and background needs in lesson planning, execution, and classroom cultureCo-create and internalize academically aligned lesson plans, unit plans, rubrics, and assessmentsSet specific, ambitious growth goals for all students and identify and leverage all necessary resources to ensure they meet themInfuse core values into daily lessons and every school practice, implementing school-wide student culture systems and positive classroom management strategiesMaintain accurate student grades/records and strong lines of communication with students and families regularly regarding students’ growth and progress Compliance ResponsibilitiesPlan and administer ACCESS testing for MLL students and maintain accurate documentation for testing accommodations, at times collaborating with the Special Education teamsProvide consultation to SEI teachers and teachers who work with EMLs (Exited MLLs)Administer TELL assessment 4x/year (quarterly)Complete quarterly progress reports for current MLL studentsCollaborate with families and teachers to write Student Success Plans for MLL students who don't meet ACCESS benchmarks and track student progress toward goalsSchool and Professional ResponsibilitiesParticipate in school-wide and individual professional development, including pre-service training over the summer and weekly during the academic yearEngage in internal and external professional development opportunities facilitated by the MLL TeamTake ownership for the development of your craft and seek feedback from your coach (meet 1x/1-2 weeks with coach, implement feedback, engage in co-planning and active practices, participate in live coaching, etc.)Perform necessary support duties including (but not limited to) coverage, bus, lunch, and dismissal dutiesDevelop strong relationships with families through participating in school events, the MLL Family Council, and consistent phone calls homeAssist with planning and attend MLL Family Council meetingsBe willing to offer support and receive constructive feedback from colleagues in order to create a professional working atmosphere that is conducive to accountability, change, and improvementCollaborate with grade level and content teams to tackle common challenges and implement grade-wide systems, sharing responsibility for all studentsParticipate in IEP meetings for dual classified students (complete MLL teacher input from pre-meeting; recommend and record ACCESS testing accommodations; share progress toward language goals; and give insight into how language may impact or be impacted by the student’s disability)Dependable attendance according to our school calendarLead conversations with colleagues about ACCESS/MLL assessment data and collaborate to implement appropriate language supports for all students
 General Requirements and ResponsibilitiesEmbody KIPP MA’s Code of Conduct by acting with integrity, leading with humanity, centering self-awareness and critical consciousness, taking personal responsibility, and engaging productivelyParticipate and engage in regional professional development and community events as requiredDemonstrated ability to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make reasonable judgments and decisions in a timely manner in accordance with the needs of the schoolSelf-awareness, flexibility and emotional intelligence to navigate a setting with students who express diverse needsThe consistent use of interpersonal and self-management skills to effectively support behavioral and emotional needs of students to ensure a safe and inclusive environment, as well as build relationships and manage conflict with students, staff, and caregiversEffective communication skills to perform assigned duties and to meaningfully exchange information with students, staff, families and others in person, through written communication, in front of groups, and on virtual platformsPhysical mobility to move self in various positions in order to execute duties effectively, which may include kneeling, walking, pushing/pulling, squatting, twisting, turning, bending, stooping and reaching overheadPhysical strength sufficient to periodically lift and/or carry 20 pounds of materials or supplies and to physically restrain a student to keep from harming themself and/or others in an emergency situationManual dexterity sufficient to perform repetitive hand/wrist/arm motions and to operate a computer and office equipmentKIPP MA teachers are supported in their demanding work by experienced and dedicated leadership and staff who have themselves proven successful in the teaching role. Our leaders maintain consistent school-wide systems and procedures - academic, behavioral, cultural, logistical - designed to permit teachers to do their best work. In addition to the responsibilities listed above, there will occasionally be other duties as assigned that teachers will engage in to help promote a positive and safe learning environment and culture. QUALIFICATIONSLove and have an unwavering belief in the high potential of all studentsCommitment to anti-racism and equityDemonstrated ability to drive student growth and achievement and to create a warm, inclusive, rigorous learning environmentPassion for subject/content area and demonstrated commitment to professional learning2+ years of full-time teaching experienceBachelor’s Degree requiredComputer literacy and baseline familiarity with Google SuitePass Criminal Background ChecksMA ESL Teaching Licensure RequiredKIPP MA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in the importance of being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization that enables all of our students and staff to thrive. We are committed to building an exceptional team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. We also strive to ensure an inclusive community by creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues of race and identity for our staff and students. We hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
