ELL/ESOL Teacher: Empower Language & Learning

Saint Louis Public Schools; Missouri; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a passionate English for Speakers of Other Languages Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The ideal candidate will work with secondary English Language Learners (ELLs) to promote language development and academic achievement. Responsibilities include planning tailored instruction, evaluating student progress, and collaborating with other staff to support ELL students' needs in a diverse urban setting. The position requires a Bachelor’s in Education and specific teaching certificates.

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of second language acquisition pedagogies and WIDA Standards.
• Experience working with culturally diverse families in an urban educational setting is necessary.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in sensitive matters.

Responsibilities

• Implement activities outlined in the district Lau Plan.
• Assist secondary ELL students in developing academic language proficiency.
• Evaluate student progress and take responsibility for student achievement.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Cultural diversity awareness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Missouri Initial Teaching Certificate: English Language Learners

Missouri ESOL Teaching Certificate/Endorsement

Master's Degree

Job description

Position Title:English for Speakers of Other Languages Teacher

Payroll/Personnel Type:10 Month

Job #:8132, 8232

Reports to:Principal

Shift Length:6.5 Hours a Day

Union Eligibility:Eligible

Position Summary:

SLPS is seeking talentedEducators topromote and facilitatelanguage development and academic achievement ofsecondaryEnglish Language Learners(ELLs).Teachers are expected to plan and deliver instruction that accounts for each ELL student’s individual language proficiency level and helps students reach theirlearninggoalsand academic expectations.The ideal candidate has a passion for working with children from diverse backgrounds in an urban setting.

Essential Functions:

• Implements all relevant activities outlined in the district Lau Plan
• AssistssecondaryELL students in developing their academic language proficiency skills in Speaking,Listening, Reading, and Writing
• Developsappropriatelesson plansand conducts instruction guided by content and language objectivesin alignment with district course bulletin
• Providestimely feedback
• Instructs students through modeling, guidedand independentpractice, while providing appropriate language supports to ensurecomprehensible input
• Develops and administerslanguage developmentassessments
• Maintains student attendance and achievement records
• Evaluates student progress and takes responsibility for student achievement
• Maintains discipline in the classroom, along with a safe, encouraging, student-centered learning environment
• Works with content teachersand school leaders tosupportschool-wide successfor ELL students
• Oversees the social, emotional, academic,and linguistic progress of ELLs and works with students, various members of the staff,and parents to provideneeded supports
• Advocates for the educational equity of ELLs
• Implements directives from the ESOL Director in a timely manner
• Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops
• Uses, stores, andinventories classroom equipment, materials,and supplies
• Perform other task as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of district policies and mandates related to parent involvement, discipline and student achievement
• Sound understanding of second language acquisition pedagogies,WIDA Standards, and cultural diversity
• Familiarity withinstructional technology,ELLparent involvement,and language access requirements
• Excellentoral and writtencommunication skills
• Effective organizational skills
• Flexible and abilityto prioritize tasks
• Abilityto maintain a neat, functional office that is inviting but professional
• Work with a wide variety of individuals in a highly stressful environment
• Treat people with respect and dignity
• Maintain confidentiality in sensitive matters
• Maintain accurate and detailed records
• Work independently with very little supervision
• Work collaboratively with other school and district staff
• Maintain mental capacity which allows sound decision making and demonstrating intellectual capabilities

Experience:

• Working with culturally and linguisticallydiverse families in an urban educational setting
• Collaborating with community agencies
• Serving effectively in a collaborative team setting

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree inEducation (required)
• MissouriInitialTeaching Certificate(required): English Language Learners
• Missouri ESOL Teaching Certificate/Endorsementor eligibility to obtain ESOL Teaching Certificate/Endorsement (required)
• Master’s Degree (preferred)

Physical Requirements:

• Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle
• Must be able to exert up to10pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body
• Light Work usually requires walking or standing to a significantdegree

Working Conditions and Environment:

• Work is routinely performed in a typical interior/office environment
• Very limited or no exposure to physical risk

Disclaimer:

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

If you are not currently fully certified, we would still love for you to apply! However, we ask that you provide very specific information and documentation so that we fully understand your progress towards certification:

1. If you have applied for DESE certification but are awaiting the posting of your certificate: upload a copy/screenshot of your application submission in DESE to your application in the Attachments section
2. If you are currently enrolled in a certification program, ask your university/program supervisor to write a letter to us that includes 1. what program you are enrolled in 2. how many certification courses you have remaining 3. what certification courses you have remaining 4. what exams you still need to take and 5. whether or not your university supervisor recommends you for a provisional or temporary license.

Please note that if an offer is extended to you, the following items will be required as part of your on-boarding:

1. Background check
2. TB test
3. Official transcripts
4. Social security card