English as a Second Language Teacher (ESL)

Charles S Ashley Elementary School; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Charles S Ashley Elementary School in New Bedford, MA seeks an English as a Second Language Teacher (ESL) to provide rigorous, standards-aligned instruction for diverse learners. The teacher will use data to inform instruction, differentiate support, and communicate regularly with families about student progress.

Candidates should be licensed by the MA DESE, hold an SEI endorsement, and demonstrate strong collaboration and commitment to inclusive education within the New Bedford Public Schools

Qualifications

• Licensed by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in appropriate content area and grade level.
• A demonstrated belief that each and every student can achieve at high levels.
• A demonstrated dedication to lifelong learning, reflection, and continued personal and professional growth.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal and collaborative teamwork skills.
• SEI Endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement instruction to ensure that all students meet and exceed Common Core Standards and State Frameworks.
• Use of data to inform instruction, to track student progress and to track progress of self through self-evaluation and goal setting.
• Deliver engaging, targeted instruction that meets MA DESE and Common Core Standards for level and subject taught.
• Differentiate services and instruction to meet variety of student learning needs and strengths.
• Maintain active communication with students’ families in support of their learning and to communicate with families consistently and regularly throughout the school year about their children’s academic and social progress.
• Assess student performance using formal, summative, and portfolio assessments to drive instruction.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal.

Skills

Licensed to DESE

Strong communication

Collaboration

SEI Endorsement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

English as a Second Language Teacher (ESL)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5871339

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

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

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Job Description

We are deeply committed to an inclusive curriculum and school community that reflects the diversity of our student population. We strive to have the highest quality educators and encourage applications from candidates representing a broad range of skills and diverse backgrounds. We seek candidates who are dedicated to inclusion and have a clear interest in being part of the richness of diversity that the New Bedford Public Schools community has to offer.

Position:

• English as a Second Language Teacher (ESL)

Summary:

• Provide rigorous lessons aligned to the Common Core Standards and MA State Frameworks that promote independent thinking, creative problem solving, and intellectual curiosity for all students.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement instruction to ensure that all students meet and exceed Common Core Standards and State Frameworks
• Use of data to inform instruction, to track student progress and to track progress of self through self-evaluation and goal setting
• Deliver engaging, targeted instruction that meets MA DESE and Common Core Standards for level and subject taught
• Differentiate services and instruction to meet variety of student learning needs and strengths
• Maintain active communication with students’ families in support of their learning and to communicate with families consistently and regularly throughout the school year about their children’s academic and social progress
• Assess student performance using formal, summative, and portfolio assessments to drive instruction
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal

Qualifications:

• Licensed by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in appropriate content area and grade level.
• A demonstrated belief that each and every student can achieve at high levels.
• A demonstrated dedication to lifelong learning, reflection, and continued personal and professional growth.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal and collaborative teamwork skills.
• SEI Endorsement

Terms of Employment:

• Reports to: School Principal or Designee
• Rate: In accordance with the Unit A contract foundhere

The New Bedford Public Schools do not discriminate on account of age, race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, genetics, or disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions in employment for potential employees. New Bedford Public Schools encourages people with multilingual skills, particularly in Cape Verdean Creole, Portuguese and/or Spanish, to apply. Every available opportunity will be taken in order to ensure that each applicant is selected on the basis of qualifications, merit and ability.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > ELL / ESL / SEI / TESOL

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kleidy Oliveira
• Paul Rodrigues Administration Building
• New Bedford, Massachusetts 02740
• Phone: [phone] ext. 14351
• Email: [e-mail]

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