ESL Teacher - Elementary

Young World Physical Education; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Westfield, Massachusetts, is seeking an ESL Teacher for the elementary level. The position involves teaching students with limited English proficiency, adapting lessons to meet their needs, and maintaining accurate records. Candidates must hold a valid ESL certification and have experience in bilingual education.

This full-time role includes responsibilities such as lesson planning, communicating with parents, and maintaining classroom behavior. Salary ranges from $50,000 to $98,000 depending on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Valid certification in ESL PreK-6 is required.
• Prior experience in bilingual education or ESL is preferred.
• Regular attendance on-site is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach students with limited English proficiency.
• Maintain student records and progress reports.
• Develop lesson plans tailored to individual needs.
• Instruct pupils in citizenship as per state regulations.
• Communicate with parents regarding student progress.

Skills

ESL teaching

Bilingual education

Classroom management

Communication with parents

Education

Current ESL certification PreK-6

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

ESL Teacher - Elementary

Westfield Public Schools District - Westfield, Massachusetts (Open in Google Maps)

Job Details

Job ID: 5726389

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 20, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

Westfield Public Schools is seeking qualified applicants for anticipated openings of elementary ESL teacher positions.

JOB SUMMARY:

• Be responsible for teaching students of limited English speaking ability.
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, school policy and administrative regulations.
• Teach pupils utilizing a course of study adopted by the Westfield Public Schools and appropriate curriculum publications as guidelines in teaching individual course content.
• Instruct pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Translate lesson plans into learning experiences to as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Evaluate pupils' academic and social growth, keep appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Communicate with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupils' progress and interpret the school program.
• Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Create an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards and interest centers.
• Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Select and requisition books and instructional aids; maintain required inventory records.
• Supervise pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned work day.
• Administer group-standardized tests in accordance with district testing program.
• Participate in curriculum development programs as required.
• Participate in faculty committees and the sponsorship of pupil activities.
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the building principal or the Superintendent of Schools.

REPORTS TO:

Building Principal.

Salary and terms of employment will be commensurate with the Westfield Public Schools Unit A contract. Salary placement will be based on information contained in the application as submitted.

Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Westfield School Committee policy on evaluation.

This position subject to funding

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $50,000 to $98,000 Per Year

Job Categories:

• Classroom Teacher > Elementary
• Classroom Teacher > ELL / ESL / SEI / TESOL

Job Requirements

• QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Current and valid certification in English as Second Language PreK-6 issued by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
  • Prior experience in bilingual bi-cultural education ESL.
• ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  Successful candidate is expected to teach in person. Work is generally conducted within school building. Ability to travel throughout the school building is necessary. Position involves sitting and the ability to travel from one place to another within the classroom. Work is light in nature with regular lifting of up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds with some pulling and pushing or reaching above, generally of desk and file drawers. Frequent use of hands to operate keyboards and telephones and other office equipment. Regular attendance, on site, is an essential function of this job.

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required
• Westfield Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Contact Information

• Anna Antropova , Supervisor of English Learners Program
• 94 North Elm Street
• Suite 101
• Westfield, Massachusetts 01085
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]