(.5) English as a Second Language Teacher (Elementary School)

John Adams Elementary School; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

John Adams Elementary School in Alexandria, VA, is seeking a .5 English as a Second Language Teacher for Elementary to support bilingual students by delivering district-approved curriculum, assessing progress, and coordinating with families. The position is 0.5 FTE for a 10-month, 195-day school year.

Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s preferred) and a Virginia teaching license with an ESL endorsement or eligibility to obtain it.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an Accredited College or University in a Related Field Required, Master’s Degree Preferred.
• A Valid Virginia Department of Education Teaching Provisional, Collegiate, or PostGraduate License, with an endorsement in English as a Second Language PreK-12, or eligibility to obtain the Teaching License with the appropriate endorsement upon hiring.

Responsibilities

• Adapts classroom work to address individualized learning plans within established lesson plans.
• Administers developmental testing programs and subject-specific assessments to assess student competency and develop learning plans.
• Advises parents/guardians of student progress and communicates expectations and progress to home.
• Collaborates with instructional staff and parents to improve student outcomes and achieve objectives.
• Manages student behavior to provide a safe and optimal learning environment.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree from an Accredited College or University in a Related Field Required, Master’s Degree Preferred

Job description

(.5) English as a Second Language Teacher (Elementary School)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5868308
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 04, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 13, 2026

Job Description

Job Description: The (.5)English as a Second Language Teacher (Elementary) develops bilingual students' ability to effectively perform courses of study in the English language by implementing district approved curriculum; documents teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; provides methods to support and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home; provides a safe and optimal learning environment; develops appropriate lesson plans and instructional techniques; evaluates students level of English fluency and providing feedback to students, parents, and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc. This is a LicensedMiddle School10-month, 195 day Teacher position, reporting to the School Principal.

Learn more about the English Language Learners Program.

Qualifications:

• Education : A Bachelor’s Degree from an Accredited College or University in a Related Field Required, Master's Degree Preferred.

• Certificates & Licenses : A Valid Virginia Department of Education Teaching Provisional, Collegiate, or PostGraduate License, with an endorsement in English as a Second Language PreK-12, or eligibility to obtain the Teaching License with the appropriate endorsement upon hiring.

Essential Functions:

• Adapts classroom work to provide students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans within established lesson plans.
• Administers developmental testing programs, subject-specific assessments, etc. to assess student competency levels and/or develop individual learning plans.
• Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress to communicate expectations and student's achievements; develops methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
• Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals to provide feedback to students, parents, and administration.
• Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents, and a variety of community resources to improve the overall quality of student outcomes and achieve established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan.
• Counsels students to improve performance, health status, problem-solving techniques, and a variety of personal issues.
• Demonstrates methods required to perform classroom and/or subject-specific assignments to provide an effective program that addresses individual student requirements.
• Directs assistant teachers, student teachers, instructional assistants, volunteers, and/or student workers to provide an effective classroom program and address the needs of individual students.
• Instructs students to improve their success in academic, interpersonal, and daily living skills through a defined course of study.
• Manages student behavior to provide a safe and optimal learning environment.
• Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, nap times, etc.) to provide a safe and positive learning environment.
• Participates in a variety of meetings to convey and/or gather information required to perform functions.
• Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) to document student progress and meet mandated requirements.
• Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) to maintain the personal safety of students, provide a positive learning environment, and adhere to the Education Code and school policies.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Compensation:

• Step Placement and Salary for this position is determined by The ACPS Teachers and Other Licensed Staff Salary Scale

Clearances:

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.
• Tuberculosis Skin Test.
• Public Health Compliance - Must follow safety and health protocols.

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Position Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• Alicia Kingcade , Principal
• John Adams Elementary School
• Email: [e-mail]