Job description
About Us
Williamsburg Academy of Colorado (WAC) is a remote educational service that provides curriculum, mentors, and courses for Williamsburg Academy, Leadership Academy of Utah, Williamsburg Academy of Colorado, and other partner schools. Our mission is to prepare promising students for meaningful lives as principled leaders by providing transformational learning experiences.
We have several values that are very important to all team members. If these values speak to you, you are excited about the job description, and you meet the listed qualifications, we want to hear from you!
Growth: We seek to be constantly learning and growing both personally and professionally.
Right Action: We strive to do the right thing for colleagues and customers at all times.
Culture of Belonging: We’re real. We’re authentic. We know there’s more to life than just work, so we try to make it fun and build real connections with each other as we go.
Position Summary
The ELL Mentor supports English Language Learner (ELL) students by fostering their academic growth, language development, and cultural integration. Working closely with teachers, administrators, and families, the mentor provides targeted assistance to help students overcome language barriers and succeed in an English-speaking educational environment.
Note: The responsibilities of this position will primarily be done remotely. Additionally, this position may act as a Substitue or Guide for our in-person Adventures program, school club leader, or grading assistant during the school year.
Top 3 Essential Duties
- Assessment Administration and Student Support
Assess the English proficiency levels of incoming ELL students and develop individualized learning plans (ILP) based on their needs.
Assist with administering language proficiency assessments, such as WIDA, and help prepare students for state testing.
Participate in IEP meetings as needed for ELL students.
Provide direct instruction to ELL students to improve their English language skills, focusing on reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
Maintain accurate records of ELL student progress, assessments, and communications in accordance with school policies.
- Communication and Staff Support
Support mentors in adapting lessons and materials to meet the needs of ELL students.
Monitor student progress and make necessary adjustments to learning plans to ensure continued growth and success.
Collaborate with school staff and administration to ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines for ELL education.
Provide professional development to staff on best practices for working with ELL students in an online environment.
Help develop the WAC process for identifying and supporting ELL students.
- Communication with Students and Parents
Serve as a liaison between families and the school, providing support and resources to help ELL families navigate the educational system.
Important NOTE: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Special Education.
- Possess a valid Colorado Special Education teaching license within four (4) months of hire date. If license transfer from another state is required, the process for transfer must be initiated within the test fit period of ninety (90) days.
- Minimum of two (2) years experience in the field of Special Education.
- Experience in delivering online Special Education services, preferred.
- Proven experience working with school staff, students, and their families.
- Advocacy skills and the ability to work with other staff members to achieve WAC’s Standards of Excellence.
- Ability to respond effectively to the needs of diverse students and families.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in a digital environment.
- High degree of flexibility with an aggressive growth mindset.
- Proficiency in Google Suite (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Drive, etc.).
- Experience using Zoom, Canvas, and/or other online teaching tools.
- Ability to pass a background check
Compensation and Schedule
- $32,000 Annual Salary
- Start date: July 15th, 2025
- Schedule: Up to 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday for 10 months, less hours during summer months
What We Offer
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401k with up to 4% company match
- Growth opportunities for a go-getter who wants to increase their level of responsibility and compensation over time
