Part-Time English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher

Job Description

Sewickley Academy is seeking applications for a Part-Time English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher to provide individualized language instruction and support to students in both the Lower and Senior Schools.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of approximately 10 ESL students in the Lower and Senior Schools.
• Teach a minimum of four ESL instructional sections (typically three Senior School and one Lower School).
• Administer individual benchmark assessments each trimester.
• Use assessment data to plan, differentiate, and adjust instruction.
• Deliver instruction using the Academy's ESL curriculum in the areas of reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
• Provide additional academic support sessions for ESL students as needed.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers by sharing strategies and best practices to support multilingual learners.
• Communicate student progress and concerns with families and guardians.
• Partner with members of the Student Support team to identify and address students' instructional needs.
• Assist the Support Services department with assessment proctoring.
• Meet regularly with the Director of Student and Instructional Support to discuss student progress and needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Education, or a related field required; Master's degree preferred.
• ESL certification or equivalent experience.
• Experience assessing, teaching, and supporting English language learners.
• Ability to work effectively with students across a range of ages and English proficiency levels.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with faculty, staff, families, and school leadership.
• Excellent organizational, written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.

Requirements

• All interested applicants applying for this position should submit their resume, cover letter, and salary requirements.