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Teacher - English as a Second Language, Gr. 7 & 8 (Anticipated Vacancy) (SY26-27)

Boston Public Schools · Boston, MA · 3 days ago
TrainingFull-time

This position is an anticipated vacancy expected to be vacant by 09/13/2026. The current incumbent may rescind their retirement, leave, or resignation up until the vacancy date. Hire confirmation will not occur until the position is vacated, and you may start the year as a Long-Term Substitute if the position does not become vacant by the start of the school year.

About the Role

Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher to join our community of teachers, learners, and leaders. This is an opportunity for educators who desire to serve where their efforts matter. In BPS, teachers and leaders are committed to high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, academic proficiency for all students, and closing the achievement gap among subgroups. BPS supports creativity, innovation, and respects the skills and abilities of its teachers.

Reports to: Principal/Head of school.

Responsibilities

  • Provide English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction to Multilingual Learners identified as English Learners.
  • Collaborate and communicate with students’ content teachers to align instruction and support English language development across listening, speaking, reading, and writing, while addressing classroom instructional needs (e.g., instructions, vocabulary, reading/writing support, assignment clarification).
  • Collaborate with the school’s instructional leadership team, coaches, and administration to ensure ELL students receive language support and academic assistance.
  • Assist with the oversight and delivery of ACCESS administration.
  • Prepare and organize ELL student transition meetings for those ready to exit ELL services.
  • Plan and deliver lessons aligned to WIDA Instructional Standards for varying levels of English proficiency.
  • Demonstrate cultural proficiency and use effective, culturally-relevant instructional practices.
  • Integrate technology into the classroom as an instructional tool and for personal productivity.
  • Demonstrate fluency using WIDA’s ELD Standards Framework and Can Do Descriptors.
  • Assist classroom teachers in administering mandated state and local assessments for English language learners when appropriate.
  • Attend district and state-sponsored professional development to stay current with ELL instruction and teaching strategies.

Core Competencies

  • Accountability for Student Achievement: Set ambitious learning goals, create cognitively demanding tasks, and model the belief that all students can master challenging material through effective effort. Assess understanding regularly and adjust instruction to meet goals despite setbacks. Demonstrate passion and optimism for students, content, and the teaching profession.
  • Communicating Content Knowledge: Master and demonstrate enthusiasm for the content area and its pedagogy. Connect subject matter to real-world settings, other content areas, and relevant standards. Convey content in creative, engaging ways aligned to standards.
  • Equitable & Effective Instruction: Scaffold and differentiate instruction to enable all students to engage in complex thinking and rigorous academic work. Use practices that challenge, motivate, and engage students while facilitating equitable participation. Build a productive learning environment where every student is valued.
  • Cultural Proficiency: Actively create and maintain an environment where students’ diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges are respected.
  • Parent/Family Engagement: Engage families and build collaborative, respectful relationships to support student learning.
  • Professional Reflection & Collaboration: Reflect on practice regularly, seek and respond to feedback, and commit to continuous learning. Participate in and contribute to a collaborative adult learning community.

Requirements

  • Hold a Bachelor’s degree.
  • Hold a valid Massachusetts Teaching License in ESL at the appropriate grade level.
  • Meet state and federal guidelines to be fully licensed and “Highly Qualified.”
  • Ability to meet the Standards of Effective Teaching established by Boston Public Schools.
  • Current authorization to work in the United States by the first day of employment.
  • Able to model excellent spoken and written English for students learning English in school.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Hold a valid Massachusetts Teaching License in English at the appropriate grade level.
  • Experience teaching in an urban setting.
  • Fluency in one of BPS’ official languages: Spanish, Cabo Verdean Creole, Haitian Creole, Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, or Somali.
  • Certification in Moderate Disabilities and/or English as a Second Language (at the appropriate grade level(s)).

Terms

This position is part of the Boston Teachers Union (BTU), Group I.

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