Teacher, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

The mission of Citizens of the World Charter Schools New York (CWC NY) is to provide a socioeconomically, culturally and racially diverse community of students with an intellectually challenging, experiential learning environment that develops each student’s confidence, potential, and individual responsibility as a citizen of the world. We are in our second year of operation, having opened one school in Williamsburg (CSD 14) and one school in Crown Heights (CSD 17). Next year our schools will serve students in grades K-3.

The CWC Network

CWC Schools provide socio-economically, culturally and racially diverse communities with schools that:

Prepare students to become citizens of the world in an ever-changing future
Promote academic rigor and experiential learning to support and develop children’s natural intellectual curiosity
Embrace a constructivist, project-based learning approach
Develop each child’s potential to live as a learner, both in school and out
Reflect, welcome and celebrate the community’s diversity
Strengthen the bonds among members of the school community and beyond

We are seeking an experienced and innovative K-3 ESOL teacher who is excited to work in a unique charter school environment and who have at their core a deep appreciation for both early elementary students and language acquisition. We expect our teachers to be leaders and to play an active role in realizing the school’s mission by building and shaping our school culture. CWCS NY teachers will implement a high-quality, rigorous academic program that includes developing project-based, interdisciplinary units that lead students to demonstrate their understanding creatively and in a hands-on manner.

We are looking for candidates who have experience in progressive education and a solid understanding of the academic, linguistic, social and emotional development of early elementary students and learners of English.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Assist with the administration of all state mandated testing for English Language Learners (ELLs) within the building, including LAB-R and NYSESLAT assessments in order to design and place students in programs that best fit their needs
Increase the academic performance of English learners by designing and implementing pull-out and/or push-in language acquisition instruction for ELLs within the school
Build school-wide capacity of best practices for ELLs through co-planning/teaching and collaborating with teachers and building administrators

Collaborate with building leadership and staff to develop knowledge about the impact of English learners on building programs, compliance, program implementation, staffing, and review of student 
programs

Track and monitor individual progress of English Language Learners within the school

Communicate regularly with families regarding the academic performance and language development 
of English learners * Maintain professional skills and knowledge of practices and issues related to language acquisition by 
attending conferences, researching, networking, maintaining subscriptions, reading and through 
continuing education

Developing lessons and units of study that incorporate the multiple intelligences within a workshop-based classroom
Engaging in ongoing assessment of student progress using a variety of means, maintaining accurate records, and using assessment data to tailor instruction to individual student needs
Participating in extensive internal (led by the principal, lead teachers and visiting lecturers) and external (visiting similar schools, attending conferences, etc.) professional development activities internal (led by the principal, lead teachers and visiting lecturers)

The ideal teacher will have:

A master’s degree and New York TESOL certification
Minimum of two years experience teaching early elementary grades
Minimum of two years experience working with English Language Learners
Demonstrated subject-matter competency through appropriate examination or coursework
Experience with and passion for pedagogical practices grounded in constructivism, project-based learning and the multiple intelligences theory and in creating appropriate standards-based curriculum in accordance with these philosophies
Experience developing interdisciplinary units and lessons using “backwards design” curriculum development tools
Experience working with diverse populations, including English language learners and students with special needs
Experience organizing and managing a student-centered classroom that includes age-appropriate, culturally responsive classroom management practices
Experience developing caring classroom environments where instructional time is dedicated to community-building, conflict resolution skill-building, and empowering students to be peacemakers and agents for positive social change
Excellent communication/interpersonal skills as well as a desire to collaborate with various stakeholders to help develop a whole-school community
Maturity, humility, strong work ethic, sense of humor, and a can-do attitude
Fluency in Spanish is preferred.

How to apply

Interested applicants may apply by submitting a cover letter and resume to: careers@cwc-newyork.org. This position is only available in our Williamsburg location. In subject line please indicate position applying for and school preference. For example, ESL Teacher_Williamsburg).

CWCS NY offers competitive teacher salaries commensurate with experience, and a comprehensive benefits package. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and, as a school serving a diverse group of students, we work to reflect this diversity in our staff as well. No phone calls, please.