EL Teacher

Young World Physical Education; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Minds International Public Charter School in Washington, DC is seeking a full-time EL teacher to deliver engaging, rigorous language and literacy instruction for preschool through 8th grade, focusing on students learning English as a second language.

You will assess students with WIDA tools, develop language-support plans, collaborate with classroom teachers on IEYC/IPC/IMYC units, and contribute to professional development. A DC Teaching Certificate and a bachelor’s degree are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience administering WIDA screeners and assessments.
• Knowledge of G-Suite for Education and EL programming.
• Experience with linguistically diverse student populations and IEPs.

Responsibilities

• Provide standards-based language and literacy instruction for ELs in preschool through 8th grade.
• Assess students with WIDA tools and prepare test sessions.
• Develop language acquisition support plans using assessment data.
• Coordinate schedules to maximize classroom-based support for ELs.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to align instruction with IEYC, IPC & IMYC units.
• Conduct and present professional development for staff.
• Establish a supportive classroom culture and communicate with families.

Skills

WIDA screeners

WIDA ACCESS

K-WAPT

Pre-IPT

G-Suite for Education

EL program design

Language assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

WIDA AMS

Google G-Suite

Job description

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EL Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5873719

Application Deadline: Aug 12, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 05, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Creative Minds International Public Charter School (CMIPCS) is currently seeking a full time teacher for English Learners (ELs) who can provide a highly engaging, rigorous, international and inclusive education plan for students who are learning English as a second language.

Position Overview and Responsibilities

The EL teacher works to provide language instruction with appropriate curricula and the development of appropriate strategies to meet the unique needs of ELs. Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide standards-based language and literacy instruction for ELs in preschool through 8th grade.
• Assess students with WIDA screeners, WIDA ACCESS, K-WAPT and pre-IPT, including test session preparation on WIDA AMS. Assess students using WIDA online and paper materials as necessary based on IEP.
• Use assessment data to develop language acquisition support plans and work with classroom teachers to implement plans.
• Develop and maintain a consistent schedule that strategically addresses student needs and maximizes opportunities for classroom based support.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and provide standards-based language and literacy instruction that supports the Fieldwork IEYC, IPC & IMYC units of study.
• Demonstrate understanding of best practices in EL planning instruction, including collaboration with classroom teachers to support success in all subject areas.
• Establish and maintain an effective, supportive classroom culture that both nurtures and challenges students.
• Work collaboratively with families and communicate regularly to ensure student success.
• Establish positive relationships with colleagues, students, families and the community.
• Coordinate and present professional development.
• Other related duties as requested.

Desired Qualities

• Training in and experience administering WIDA screeners, ACCESS, K-WAPT and Pre-IPT.
• Training in Google G-Suite for Education.
• Experience working with linguistically and ethnically diverse student populations and children with developmental differences.
• Possession of or eligibility for a valid District of Columbia Teaching Certificate or License (standard or provisional).
• Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to work as a member of a team.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (Master's Degree preferred)

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Jennifer Copes
• 3700 North Capitol St NW
• Washington, D.C., District of Columbia 20010
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]