Connections Academy · 3 weeks ago
Pennwood Cyber Charter School - English Learner (EL) Teacher / ESL Program Specialist
York, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid LevelConnections Academy is seeking a dedicated, Pennsylvania-certified ESL Program Specialist to provide instruction and support to K–12 students qualifying for English Learner services. The EL Teacher will deliver targeted instruction, manage compliance, and collaborate with educators to ensure equitable access to academic content.
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Responsibilities
Provide asynchronous and synchronous instruction in whole group, small group, and 1:1 settings
Coordinate language proficiency screenings and state-mandated testing in compliance with timelines
Develop, monitor, and update Language Instruction Education Plans (LEPs) and maintain required documentation
Collaborate with students, parents/guardians, and general/special education teachers to support academic progress and develop Personal Learning Plans
Support the adaptation of curriculum and instructional strategies to meet the needs of multilingual learners
Utilize supplemental programs and data tools to monitor student growth and guide instructional decisions
Maintain accurate student records, including EL Data Views, testing data, attendance, and communication logs
Administer, analyze, and report standardized test results; adjust instructional strategies as needed
Participate in school-based teams to identify and support struggling learners
Communicate proactively with families and learning coaches to build strong partnerships
Contribute to professional development and occasionally lead sessions related to EL compliance or instructional strategies
Participate in professional learning, conferences, and workshops to stay current with EL best practices and regulations
Support field trips, state testing, and other school events; attend community and recruitment activities as needed
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Pennsylvania residency
Valid Pennsylvania ESL Program Specialist Certificate (K–12)
Certification in Mid-Level or Secondary English
Virtual Teaching Experience
Experience teaching English Learners
Strong understanding of EL compliance procedures and federal/state regulations
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and virtual learning tools
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work independently in a remote setting
Willingness to travel for EL screenings, state testing, and school events (occasional overnight travel may be required)
Ability to work occasional evening hours to support students and families
Successful completion of required background checks, including Child Abuse History Clearance
If hired, setup of two-step authentication will be required for access to all school systems
Preferred
Direct experience teaching ESL students in K–12 settings
Bilingual (preferred, not required)
Experience leading or contributing to professional development related to EL instruction
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a virtual team
Company
Connections Academy
Connections Academy is a tuition-free online public school for grades K–12.
Founded in 2001
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.2MKey Investors
HDR Inc.
2023-12-12Grant· $0.2M
Leadership Team
Mickey Revenaugh
Co-Founder
Amanda Crum
Chief Academic Officer
Recent News
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