Elementary ESL Teacher-Push-In

Learning Community Charter School; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 62,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Learning Community Charter School seeks an Elementary ESL Push-In Teacher to implement engaging ESL instruction for grades K-5. The role emphasizes collaboration with reading and writing teams, data-driven planning, and a commitment to inclusive practices that support diverse learners.

The candidate will deliver push-in ESL services, tailor lessons to student needs, and contribute to a joyful, student-centered learning environment.

Qualifications

• ESL certification required in New Jersey or another state.
• Experience with push-in ESL instruction in elementary setting.
• Ability to collaborate with reading and writing teachers.
• Commitment to data-driven instruction and family engagement.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate 100% student success; aim for high achievement.
• Collaborate with grade-level teams; not a solo effort.
• Own results and adjust when students struggle.
• Be open to feedback and drive to improve.
• Convey passion for students' growth academically, socially, and emotionally.
• Collaborate with reading and writing teachers to develop engaging lessons.
• Support students, including those in special education.

Skills

Engaging lessons

Data-driven decisions

Student relationships

Team collaboration

Best practices

ESL strategies

Lesson design

Education

New Jersey ESL certification

Job description

Position Type

Elementary School Teaching/ESL

Date Posted

10/7/2026

Location

Learning Community Charter School

Elementary (Grades K-5) ESLPush-In Teacher

For over the past 30 years, Learning Community Charter School (LCCS) has been a school focused on fulfilling our mission: helping our students make a difference in their communities through what they learn at LCCS. Over the past 30 years, we have created a dynamic culture and community focused on our core values: showing compassion, being accountable, and striving for growth. That means that we are a school where teacher voice and autonomy are not valued; they are essential to our success. Our students are kind, caring, and warm, and the moment you enter LCCS, you feel the joy of learning and building community. We are an Association of Middle Level Education School of Distinction due to our unique academic program, high academic performance, and student-centered culture and climate. We are the most diverse school in New Jersey in terms of faculty and student demographics, and we take pride in this fact. Come join our team; we are changing lives, changing our community, and the world through our important work.

Elementary ESL Push-In Teacher

We are looking for a teacher who just doesn't want a classroom-they want to make an impact. You're right for this role if you believe that all students can succeed, you're hungry to grow in your practice, and you thrive in a highly collaborative, innovative, joyful environment focused on changing kids' lives for the better.

Our upper elementary teacher will:

• believe in 100% student success.
• approach teaching as a team effort, not a solo act.
• take ownership of results and adjust when students struggle.
• be open to feedback and drive to improve.
• Convey their passion for students' growth academically, socially, and emotionally.
• Obtain New Jersey (or another state's) ESL certification.
• Passionate about supporting special education students
• be ready to collaborate with our elementary reading and writing teachers to develop lessons that are engaging and allow every student to excel.

The skills our Lower School ESL push-in teacher needs are

• to deliver engaging lessons for all learners
• using data to drive decisions
• build strong relationships with students and families
• collaborates and is ready to be part of grade-level teams to create learning experiences and support students in our middle school's social and emotional growth
• shares best practices.
• Understands ESL teaching strategies and annual assessments
• Is ready to support students through developing lessons and materials to support their learning.

Application Process

We're hiring with urgency but not in a rush. Our process includes:

• A resume review
• A preliminary phone or Zoom interview
• A whole-day visit to LCCS to teach a demo lesson, observe lessons, meet colleagues, analyze student work, and participate in a formal group interview. We want you to know if we are the right fit for you just as much as we need to know that about you.

Salary Range: $62,000-80,000 based on teaching experience and education level