Elementary ESL Instructional Coach

Pittsfield Public Schools; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Pittsfield Public Schools in Pittsfield, MA seeks an Elementary ESL Instructional Coach to plan and coordinate professional development for ESL and general education teachers. The coach will support language-integrated instruction across ELA, math, science, social studies, and special education, using evidence-based practices to improve outcomes.

The role emphasizes equity, inclusion, and appreciation for linguistic and cultural diversity, with a focus on collaboration with staff and

Qualifications

• Elementary school assignment(s) to be decided.
• Two part time positions.
• Bachelor's Degree is required; Master's Degree preferred.
• MA DESE Certification in English as a Second Language PreK-8.
• Minimum of five years of experience teaching multilingual learners.
• Knowledge of WIDA ACCESS and language proficiency data; collaboration or PD facilitation experience.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, and coordinates professional development for ESL and general education teachers.
• Supports implementation of language-acquisition integration into content-area instruction.
• Analyzes student and instructional data to inform decision-making.
• Collaborates with teachers, administrators, and colleagues to strengthen practices and outcomes.
• Promotes educational equity, inclusive practices, and linguistic diversity.

Skills

ESL instruction

Coaching / PD facilitation

Collaboration with teachers

Literacy development

Sheltered instruction

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree preferred

MA DESE Certification PreK-8 ESL

Job description

Elementary ESL Instructional Coach

Pittsfield Public Schools
Egremont Elementary School - Pittsfield, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps
Silvio O. Conte Community School - Pittsfield, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps
Multilingual Learners - Pittsfield, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5908499

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 31, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The ESL Instructional Coach plans, directs, and coordinates professional development for ESL and general education teachers. The Coach supports the implementation of research-based instructional practices that integrate language acquisition into content-area instruction, including English Language Arts, mathematics, science, social studies, and special education. The Coach utilizes current educational research and evidence-based practices to support effective teaching and learning, analyzes student and instructional data to inform decision-making, and works collaboratively with teachers, administrators, and colleagues to strengthen instructional practices and student outcomes. The Coach promotes educational equity, inclusive practices, and an appreciation for linguistic and cultural diversity.

Position Type: Part-time

Job Categories:

• Classroom Teacher > Elementary
• Classroom Teacher > ELL / ESL / SEI / TESOL

Welcome to Egremont Elementary School, Silvio O. Conte Community School, Multilingual Learners

VISION STATEMENTEgremont School will provide a learning environment which identifies and values each student's talents. To develop these talents we will build a creative, cooperative and respectful community that draws forth the best from each child for today and for the future., The mission of the Silvio O Conte Community School is to maintain a safe and nurturing environment where children, teachers, parents, neighbors, and friends of a culturally diverse community work together to foster academic success and social growth through tolerance and personal responsibility. While recognizing that each child is a unique learner, we work to encourage intellectual curiosity and to promote a life long love of learning.,

Job Requirements

• *Elementary school assignment(s) to be decided
• Two part time positions
• Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree preferred
• MA DESE Certification in English as a Second Language PreK-8
• Minimum of five years of experience teaching multilingual learners. Strong knowledge of ESL instruction, sheltered instruction, and literacy development.
• Knowledge of WIDA ACCESS and language proficiency data, experience with collaboration, coaching, or professional development facilitation
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Laura Macklin
• 269 First Street
• Pittsfield, Massachusetts 01201
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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