English Learner Specialist

USD 265 - Goddard Public Schools; Thurrock; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2-year mentoring program

World-class facilities

Credit for total years of experience

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Goddard Public Schools is seeking an English‑Learner (EL) Specialist (186‑day contract) for the 2026‑2027 school year. This specialist will work with other EL Specialists to support students Pre‑K‑12, building stimulating, supportive, and caring educational relationships.

Candidates must obtain a Kansas professional teaching license before employment and may benefit from the district's 2‑year mentoring program and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Candidates must obtain a Kansas professional teaching license before employment.
• Commitment to high achievement for all students and ability to build stimulating, supportive, and caring educational relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to students Pre-K–12 as part of a collaborative EL Specialist team.
• Engage in a collaborative and innovative teaching environment to develop teaching skills.

Job description

Goddard Public Schools is seeking an English‑Learner (EL) Specialist (186‑day contract) for the 2026‑2027 school year. This specialist will work with other EL Specialists to provide support to students Pre‑K‑12. The district seeks an educator with a commitment to high achievement for all students and the ability to build stimulating, supportive, and caring educational relationships. Candidates interested in working in a collaborative and innovative environment with opportunities to develop their teaching skills are encouraged to apply.

Why Choose the Goddard Public Schools?

• Starting salary: $50,225
• 2‑year Mentoring Program for all teachers new to the profession
• World Class Facilities
• Experienced staff entering the district are given credit for total years of experience and the highest level of education
• Opportunities for professional growth

Candidates must obtain a Kansas professional teaching license before employment.

All questions regarding this position should be directed to Dr. Julie Cannizzo, Assistant Superintendent of Academic Affairs, [e-mail].