English as a Second Language Teacher (ESL)

Petersburg City Public Schools; Blandford Forum; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public school system is seeking an ESL Teacher to provide instruction in English to students. The role involves planning lessons, aiding special population students, and maintaining accurate records of student progress. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree, eligibility for Virginia ESL endorsement, and a passion for supporting students' language acquisition and academic success. This position offers opportunities to work in a collaborative and inclusive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, eligibility for Virginia ESL endorsement.
• Experience working with ESL students and parents is a must.
• Preferred experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide English instruction that meets standards.
• Develop lesson plans that utilize diverse teaching strategies.
• Maintain records of student progress and growth.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Bilingual skills (Spanish preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

Virginia Endorsement in English as a Second Language

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Petersburg City Public Schools

• Position Type: English as a Second Language (ESL)/ ESL Teacher
• Date Posted: 5/28/2025
• Location: 6th Grade Academy at Blandford (VJMS)

English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher

General Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and provide instruction in English that meets state and federal standards.
• Coach and assist content teachers to achieve instructional objectives.
• Assist special population students with achieving established goals.
• Assist school staff with communication between school and home.
• Prepare and maintain files and records.

Essential Tasks

• Provide instruction consistent with the district/school instructional program to ensure students meet and exceed learning targets.
• Develop and deliver lesson plans that utilize a broad range of appropriate teaching techniques and strategies.
• Adapt curriculum for individual, small group, and remedial instruction to meet the needs of individual students and subgroups.
• Maintain complete and accurate records of student progress and evidence of growth.
• Assist teachers with instructional activities.
• Reinforce material already presented through special efforts and repetitions; prepare and maintain files and reports.
• Assist classroom teachers in performing specific duties or undertaking specialized tasks.
• Provide individual and small‑group instruction to adapt the curriculum to pupils' intellectual abilities.
• Prepare instructional materials and read to students.
• Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Help plan daily and long‑range lessons and classroom activities.
• Instruct students on use of computer software and prepare lesson plans.
• Help students with problem solving and language skills.
• Alert the teacher to special needs of individual students.
• Administer academic and language assessments to evaluate student progress toward academic learning targets and progress in language acquisition.
• Score required tests for reading and mathematics and enter data into the computer.
• Check students' work for compliance with teacher's instructions.
• Assist students with reading, spelling, and handwriting skills.
• Maintain individual records for each student.
• Collect and display suitable material for educational displays; prepare displays and decorate classroom.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in implementing policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Maintain order in the classroom and monitor students to keep them on tasks.
• Perform related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

General knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in classroom teaching; ability to maintain confidential files and information and to compile reports; ability to deal effectively with students and teachers; skill in the use of classroom and instructional equipment; ability to operate standard office, word and data processing equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, parents, students, and associates. Spanish as native/second language preferred.

Education and Experience

Minimum requirements include a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Eligible for Virginia Endorsement in English as a Second Language. Experience working with children is preferred. Experience working with ESL students and parents is a must.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The Petersburg School Board is committed to maintaining a working and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Petersburg City Public Schools provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. The decision on granting reasonable accommodations will be on a case‑by‑case basis.

Postings current as of 12/17/2025 2:40:36 PM CST.

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