ESL Tutor-Southbridge High School (Anticipated opening for 2024-2025 SY)
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Background on Southbridge Public Schools:Southbridge Public Schools serve approximately 2,200 students in six schools. The district is presently undergoing extensive turnaround at all levels, with the assistance of the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. This creates unique opportunities for teachers and students. One example is a long-term partnership with the University of Connecticut to develop Southbridge Schools to be a national demonstration site for successful implementation of PBIS strategies. Additionally, the district is the recipient of a number of significant grants that allow Secondary School redesign, curriculum enhancements, improved culture and climate and afterschool opportunities for students. If you feel strongly about improving the educational experience for students and have a commitment to social justice, Southbridge Public Schools welcomes you.More information about Southbridge Public Schools can be found here.REQUIREMENTS:

An Associate's Degree from an accredited college strongly preferred

Proficient in both English and Spanish in all forms of classroom communication

Ability to work collaboratively with classroom teachers

Cultural sensitivity and interest in working with a diverse student population

Able to communicate effectively in English with building administrators, teachers and support staff, students, and parents

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Provide ESL and content area tutoring to Limited English Proficient students in small groups or one-to-one under supervision of the ESL, classroom and / or content area teacher
• Meet with classroom teachers / grade level team on a regular basis for joint curriculum planning and student assessment
• Contribute to the decisions of the Language Assessment Team
• Communicate with parents as needed
• Attend professional development trainings for tutors

Equal Opportunity EmployerSouthbridge Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, disability, religion, age, or sexual orientation.