ESL Teacher (SY 2026-2027)

Responsibilities

• Teach English as a Second Language to students with diverse English proficiencies, aligned to WIDA Standards and MA Frameworks
• Create a safe, equitable, and inclusive learning environment while applying research-based curricula and social-emotional strategies to support the holistic child
• Deliver rich content with a focus on supporting student progress in listening, speaking, reading and writing competencies in small group instruction
• Provide appropriate scaffolds as needed in small groups and in the classroom
• Continuously assess language goals for students, adapting instruction to support their growth, while keeping parents informed of their progress
• Collaborate, consult and co-teach with classroom teachers
• Collaborate with grade-level and content teams to analyze data (formative and summative data) to determine student’s needs to create action plans, plan for culminating projects and lessons, and differentiate instruction
• Collaborate with the Special Education staff to support the development of inclusive and language-appropriate Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students who are English Learners and are Students with Disabilities, ensuring accommodations and modifications align with their language proficiency level and disability
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues
• Administer and analyze assessments (such as WIDA Testing)
• Maintain student records in compliance with state regulations (such as progress reports)
• Attend key whole-school events (i.e., Back to School Nights and Family Conferences)
• Participate in a two-week training in the summer, and during the school year, participate in a year-long professional development series during early release days
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications

• Uphold a passionate belief in CDCPS' mission, values, and educational model
• Bachelor’s Degree is required
• A valid Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education ESL Teacher License and Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement is required
• Previous experience working with school-aged children is preferred
• Ability to demonstrate skills in collaborative planning and problem-solving
• Ability to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility, patience, and a sense of humor
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and experience with the implementation of developmentally appropriate strategies