ELL Teacher

Greenwood Community Schools; Greenwood (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenwood Community Schools is seeking a dedicated ELL Teacher for Isom and Westwood Elementary Schools in Greenwood, Indiana. The ideal candidate will support multilingual learners in grades K–5, providing direct language instruction and collaborating with classroom teachers.

Responsibilities include monitoring student progress, developing Individual Learning Plans, and ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines. A valid Indiana teaching license and ESL/ELL certification are required.

Qualifications

• ESL/ELL certification or endorsement required.
• Experience with elementary-aged English learners preferred.
• Knowledge of second language acquisition methods.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction in English language development.
• Support students in developing speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement differentiated instruction.

Skills

Collaboration skills

Communication skills

Data-driven instruction

Support for diverse backgrounds

Education

Valid Indiana Teaching license

ESL/ELL certification or endorsement

Tools

WIDA ACCESS

Job description

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/ ESL
• Date Posted: 5/15/2026
• Location: Isom Elementary School
• Date Available: 7/30/2026

This teacher will support both Isom and Westwood Elementary Schools. We are seeking a dedicated and student-centered ELL Teacher to support multilingual learners in grades K–5. The ELL Teacher will provide direct language instruction, collaborate with classroom teachers, and ensure students develop English proficiency while accessing grade-level content.

• Provide direct instruction in English language development aligned to state standards
• Support students in developing skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement differentiated instruction
• Monitor student progress and use data to inform instruction
• Develop and implement Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) for English learners
• Administer language proficiency assessments and maintain accurate records
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress
• Support culturally responsive practices within the school community
• Participate in MTSS/RTI processes and provide targeted interventions
• Ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines for English learners

Qualifications

• Valid Indiana
• Teaching license ESL/ELL certification or endorsement required
• Experience working with elementary-aged English learners preferred
• Knowledge of second language acquisition and best instructional practices
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Ability to use data to drive instruction
• Familiarity with language assessment tools (e.g., WIDA ACCESS)
• Ability to support diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds