ESL Teacher

0200 Great Hearts Texas Recruiting; United States; Vor Ort; USD 48.000 - 72.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Great Hearts Academies is seeking an English Language Learner (ESL) Teacher for the Great Hearts Western Hills Upper School. The role centers on collaborating to develop lesson plans supporting emergent bilinguals in English language development and ELAR.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree, Texas teaching certification, and bilingual/ESL endorsements, with at least 2 years of ESL experience preferred. US work authorization is assumed.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university is required.
• Valid/current Texas Teacher Certification is required.
• Texas Bilingual Endorsement or ESL Supplemental is required.
• Generalist/Core Content Area Certification for assigned grades is required.

Aufgaben

• Plan and develop lesson plans with the ESL Coordinator to support emergent bilinguals’ English development.
• Collaborate on ELAR classwork and individualized classroom accommodations.
• Consult with ESL coordinator and teachers for student needs and support.
• Teach emergent bilinguals in ELAR in small group pull-out settings per lesson plans.
• Assist with curriculum modification and appropriate course work as needed.
• Support program coordination, data review, testing, and assessments.

Kenntnisse

Technology proficiency

Diversity commitment

Experience with ELL/ESL at Great Heart

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree

Texas Teacher Certification

Texas Bilingual Endorsement or ESL Supplemental

Generalist/Core Content Area Certification

Jobbeschreibung

Position Title: English Language Learner Teacher (ESL Teacher)

Location: Great Hearts Western Hills Upper School

Reports To: Headmaster

FLSA Status: Salaried-Exempt

Duties and Responsibilities

The ESL Teacher is responsible for:

• Planning Collaborating with the ESL Coordinator to develop lesson plans that provide support for emergent bilinguals with their academic English development.
• Collaborating with the ESL Coordinator to develop lesson plans that provide support for emergent bilinguals with their ELAR classwork.
• Collaborating with the ESL Coordinator to set individualized classroom accommodations for identified emergent bilingual students.
• Consulting with the ESL coordinator and classroom teachers regarding individualized assistance needed for emergent bilingual students.
• Teaching Supporting emergent bilinguals with academic English development based on each individual’s English language proficiency.
• Instructing emergent bilinguals in ELAR subject matter in a small group pull out per classroom lesson plans.
• Assisting emergent bilinguals with appropriate course work through curriculum modification, accelerations, etc. as needed.

Program Coordination Assistance

• Assisting with the implementation and coordination of identifying emergent bilingual students at all grade levels, including review of student data and testing of students.
• Assisting with the development and revision of bilingual and ESL curriculum as needed.
• Assisting with the planning and implementation of annual and reclassification assessments for emergent bilingual students.
• Assisting with data entering and analysis.

Other duties as assigned.

Policy, Reports, and Law

• Assisting with the compilation, maintenance, and filing of all physical and computerized reports, records, and other required documents.
• Assisting with training campus personnel and attending LPAC meetings as needed.

Education/Certification

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university required
• Valid/Current Texas Teacher Certification required
• Valid Texas Bilingual Endorsement or ESL Supplemental required
• Generalist/Core Content Area Certification that covers grade levels assigned is required

Required/Preferred Experience

• 2 or more years of ESL teaching experience preferred

Required/Preferred Skills

• Proficient in the use of technology
• Must demonstrate a commitment to and love for the liberal arts and a commitment to diversity
• Previous experience working with English Language Learners ESL at Great Hearts

Physical Functions

Requires, but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching. May be required to move or position equipment up to 15 pounds approximately.

US Work Authorization required. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.

Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.

Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Great Hearts Academies leads the way in classical, liberal arts education. We are a growing network of charter schools and private Christian schools, expanding in existing and new regions across Arizona, Louisiana, and Texas. Whether you are seeking teaching, leadership, or campus support opportunities, we have established a mission-driven culture and emphasis on learning and growing, professionally and personally.

At Great Hearts, we provide a calling to shape the future through an education that fosters human flourishing and academic excellence.

We celebrate diversity and welcome individuals from all backgrounds—inside and outside education—who bring unique perspectives and ideas to enrich our community. Through meaningful conversations and collaboration, we foster a strong, supportive cohort of educators. At Great Hearts, your passion and expertise will thrive in a supportive and dynamic environment.