EL/ML Teacher - Michigan Connections Academy

School Summary

Michigan Connections Academy (MICA) is a tuition-free, online public school serving students in grades K–12 throughout Michigan. MICA is authorized by Ferris State University Charter Schools Office and governed by an independent Board of Directors. The school is operated by Michigan Connections Academy, a nonprofit corporation, through a contract with CA of Michigan, LLC, to provide its educational program and other services. Connections Academy, a division of Connections Education, is accredited by AdvancED.

Position Summary and Responsibilities

The EL/ML Teacher will virtually manage instructional programs for ELL students via telephone and Internet with the use of various curriculum tools. The ELL teacher will consult regularly with students, learning coaches and teachers to ensure the success of every ELL student. In addition, the ELL teacher will be responsible for the successful completion of the following tasks:

• Coordinate language proficiency screenings and testing as mandated in Michigan
• Ensure compliances with state-timelines for tasks such as Beginning of the Year, Middle of the Year and End of the Year
• Attend local and state-provided professional development training related to ELL compliance and instruction
• Collaborate with appropriate stakeholders to support student learning
• Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding
• Communicate with parents and students on a consistent, regular basis to develop and update ELL Program Plans and schedules, discuss assessments, provide feedback on student work, suggest instructional approaches and strategies, monitor completion of assignments and coach special projects
• Conduct ELL focused conferences in a timely manner
• Become proficient with supplemental programs to support English Language Learners in the virtual setting, including interpreting data within the programs
• Develop a general knowledge of the MICA’s curriculum, as applicable
• Design and Facilitate staff Professional Learning opportunities in the areas of ELL
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Qualified and certified to teach the appropriate subject in Michigan 
• Michigan Residency preferred
• Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite)
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Highly organized and punctual
• Student and family focused approach
• High degree of flexibility
• Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment
• Team player track record
• Strong interpersonal skills which include the ability to work effectively with students, parents, staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds.
• Travel to and attendance at in-person events, including State Testing is required throughout the school year, as determined by the school. This may require overnight travel.
• Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed to support some families