EAL Mentor

Develop and strengthen students’ English language abilities in Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing. Support other subject areas with regards to content-area vocabulary; create a schedule for students to attend tutoring sessions; create an individual or group program using appropriate EAL resources; identify problem areas; collaborate with classroom teachers, Education Support Services Team and the District EAL Team, as necessary; complete benchmark assessments at strategic intervals and attend district provided professional learning sessions. Travel within Anglophone South School District may be required for professional learning.

Up to 24 hours per week encompassing Hampton High, Hampton Middle, Hampton Elementary, and Dr. A. Leatherbarrow Schools.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Applicants should possess a B.Ed., or another Bachelor level degree, or a diploma;
• Have knowledge of New Brunswick Curriculum Outcomes and Reading and Writing Standards;
• Possess strong commitment to students’ academic and social development;
• Have effective communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to function as a member of a teaching team;
• Ability to work with individual students or groups;
• Knowledge of the stages of Second Language Acquisition;
• Knowledge of instructional strategies effective for English Language Learners;
• Possess cross cultural understanding and sensitivity as well as the ability to work independently and solve problems.
• Preference may be given to applicants with a Certificate in TESL, SIOP or equivalent and/or experience teaching English Language Learners.