Multilingual Learner (MLL) Teacher

Position Overview:Tyrrell County Schools is seeking a passionate and dedicated Multilingual Learners (MLL) Teacher to support the language development and academic success of multilingual learners across all grade levels. This district-wide position will serve students at Tyrrell Elementary School, Columbia Middle (grades 7-8), and Columbia Early College High School. The ideal candidate will collaborate with school staff, families, and the district team to provide high-quality instruction, aligned with North Carolina standards and WIDA English Language Development Standards.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:* Provide direct instruction to Multilingual Learners (MLLs) using research-based strategies tailored to students' language proficiency levels.* Deliver both push-in and pull-out services as appropriate to support student learning.* Collaborate with classroom teachers to modify content and assessments to meet the language and academic needs of ELs.* Conduct initial and annual assessments of language proficiency using required tools (e.g., WIDA Screener, ACCESS for ELLs).* Monitor MLL progress, maintain accurate records, and participate in MLL Plan development and reviews.* Support the implementation of federal and state MLL requirements, including documentation, parent communication, and program compliance.* Serve as a resource for teachers and staff on language acquisition, instructional strategies, and cultural responsiveness.* Foster communication between schools and multilingual families, including coordination of translated documents and interpretation services when needed.* Participate in district and school-level professional development and team meetings.* Travel between school sites as needed.Qualifications:Required:* Valid North Carolina teaching license with ESL (English as a Second Language) certification (or eligibility to obtain).* Strong understanding of second language acquisition and culturally responsive pedagogy.* Excellent communication and organizational skills.* Willingness to travel between multiple school sites.Preferred:* Previous experience working with English Learners in a K-12 setting.* Experience with WIDA standards and assessments.* Proficiency in a language other than English is a plus.Working Conditions:* Position requires flexibility to work across three schools.