ESL Teacher - 6-12

Great Hearts Academies; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies is seeking an English Language Learner Teacher (ESL Teacher) at Western Hills Upper School in Texas. The role focuses on planning and delivering ELL/ESL instruction and collaborating with the ESL Coordinator to support emergent bilingual students across ELAR and content areas.

The ideal candidate holds a Texas teaching certificate, bilingual endorsement or ESLSupplemental, and 2+ years of teaching experience, with a commitment to liberal arts and inclusive education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university required.
• Valid/Current Texas Teacher Certification required.
• Valid Texas Bilingual Endorsement or ESLSupplemental Generalist/Core Content Certification that covers grade levels assigned is required.
• 2 or more years of teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan lessons with the ESL Coordinator to support emergent bilinguals with English development.
• Collaborate on ELAR instruction and accommodations for emergent bilingual students.
• Assist with identification of emergent bilingual students and data review across grade levels.
• Assist with ESL curriculum development, annual assessments, and data entry/analysis.
• Support LPAC meetings and state assessment preparation as needed.

Skills

Tech proficiency

Diversity commitment

ESL teaching

Student-centered

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Texas Teacher Certification

Texas bilingual endorsement or ESLSupplemental

Job description

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:

• 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 with setting 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 ESLSupplemental Generalist/Core Content Area Certification that covers grade levels assigned is required

Required/Preferred Experience:

2 or more years of teaching experience preferred

Required/Preferred Skills:

Proficient in the use of technology Great Hearts teachers must also 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

At Great Hearts, our English as a Second Language Teachers and Coordinators are integral members of our faculty and participate in all faculty-wide events and professional development. Their specialized expertise provides English learners assistance with grade-level curriculum using ESL strategies, enabling students to become academically successful. Great Hearts aims to serve all students including English learners in a manner that affirms and reflects their dignity and rightful participation within the larger student body and academy. Through small group and one-to-one support, the ESL team provides essential support throughout the school year and with annual state assessment preparation. Through the state mandated Language Proficiency Assessment Committee identification, monitoring and reclassification processes, ESL Coordinators and Teachers support all English learners at Great Hearts as they develop their academic English language to proficiency.

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.

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

US Work Authorization required

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

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Our purpose is to cultivate the minds and hearts of students through the pursuit of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty.

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.

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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.

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