NYS Certified ENL Teacher

English Language Learner ENL Teacher

MUST BE NYS CERTIFIED

Our ELA Program

The English as a New Language (ENL) Teacher will be familiar with the Bilingual Common Core progressions and responsible for developing an ENL curriculum appropriate to the NYS mandated regulations for services at the grade/ability level of the student being taught. The ENL teacher will maintain appropriate student records and is responsible for assessing students per NYS regulations. The ENL teacher must be flexible and able to work as a member of a team. The teacher will perform other duties as assigned.

Salary

$68,000 - $90,000

Responsibilities

The ENL/ELL  Teacher will support the Leadership Team by providing instructional support to ensure that all of our students are reading at his or her potential. In addition, the ENL Support Teacher will collaborate with the ELL Specialist to provide professional development to support the sharing of best practices and use of ELL strategies across all subject areas.  The ENL Support Teacher will:

* Actively monitor the progress of ELL learners and work collaboratively with staff to make instructional decisions based on student achievement data.

* Serve as an expert in research-based trends and best practices around ELL learners and instructional supports for low-performing students.

* Monitor ELL program compliance and provide advice to the leadership team on how to better support ELL learners.

* Track and Measure Student Progress

* Create a Positive Classroom and School Culture

* Lead the design, curation, and modification of content-specific assessments and curricula 

* Lead the design of Targeted Support (small group skill development) 

* Lead development of classroom environment, learning, and resources across multiple platforms 

* Collaborate and support team member development

* Facilitate Content Courses (STEM or Humanities with a specialization in a core domain Science, Math, ELA, or Social Studies

* Co-facilitate core (advisory program) 

* Implement Targeted Support (small group skill development) 

* Implement Restorative Justice Structures using protocols

* Modify/develop curriculum and instruction for content classes 

* Participate in a professional learning community with colleagues 

* Facilitate professional learning sessions 

* Observe and provide feedback to colleagues 

* Participate in school committees 

* Assist with coordination of school-wide initiatives

* Assess academic learning competencies 

* Monitor student goal attainment

* Create and implement project-based learning experiences

About Us

Williamsburg Charter High School (WCHS) first opened its doors in August 2004 as the first Chancellor-authorized charter high school in New York City. Now in its twenty-first year. Our mission is to bring together students, families, educators, and the community to equip young people with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in the world. Through a rigorous liberal arts education—including language, literature, writing, science, history, mathematics, the arts, technology, and career and technical education (CTE)—our students develop critical thinking, communication, and research skills. WCHS fosters a culture of fairness, justice, respect, and compassion, challenging each student to reach their full potential.

Why Join WCHS?

At WCHS, we value and support our educators. We offer:

• Instructional Support: Dedicated instructional coach provide individualized, non-evaluative classroom observations and one-on-one coaching.

• Professional Growth: Ongoing professional development and financial incentives for earning new degrees during employment.

• Collaborative Team Environment: Grade-level support teams—including Social-Emotional Academy Leaders, Intervention & Family Support Counselors, Academic Guidance Counselors, and Student Life Associates—work closely with teachers to support student success.

• A Mission-Driven Approach: We seek passionate educators who are committed to fostering a student-centered learning environment.

Our Programs

WCHS tailors its programs to meet students where they are, including English Language Learners and students with special education needs. We offer:

• College & Career Readiness: Strong faculty relationships, CTE opportunities, and after-school and Saturday academic support.

• Social & Emotional Support: Holistic support systems that address students’ non-academic needs.

• Open Enrollment: Students are admitted through a random lottery—no minimum requirements, tests, or auditions are needed.

• Tuition-Free Education: As a public charter school, WCHS offers a high-quality education at no cost to families.

Qualifications, Education, and Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree

• At least two years of experience teaching in an urban high school setting 

• New York State certification

• Experience working with English language learners and strong content knowledge of ELL best practices and strategies

• Fluency in Spanish speech, reading and writing

Academic Responsibilities

• Teach 5 course periods per day.

• Attend department and planning meetings.

• Uphold the tenets of the student covenant.

• Set and maintain high academic standards for all students.

• Collaborate with fellow teachers to provide rigorous, standards-based instruction.

• Utilize student performance data from assessments to inform instructional decisions.

What We Look for in Our Teachers

• A strong belief that ALL students can learn and achieve college and career readiness.

• A commitment to fostering independent learning, critical thinking, and research skills.

• A passion for engaging students through collaborative learning experiences.

• The ability to use data and assessments to drive instruction.

• A collaborative spirit and a commitment to professional growth.

• Openness to mentoring, feedback, and continuous development.