ESL Teacher (K-8) - Long-Term Sub

Umana Academy; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Boston Public Schools is seeking an ESL teacher for a K-8 long-term substitute position at Umana Academy in Boston, MA. The role starts in December 2026 and follows per diem pay, with potential extension depending on district needs.

The ESL teacher will deliver language instruction to multilingual learners, align lessons with WIDA standards, and collaborate with classroom teachers to support language development across four domains while maintaining high expectations for all students.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Massachusetts ESL license required/Highly Qualified.
• Experience in urban schools preferred.
• Able to meet Standards of Effective Teaching per Boston Public Schools.

Responsibilities

• Provide ESL instruction to Multilingual Learners identified as English Learners.
• Collaborate with content teachers to align ESL instruction with standards and classroom needs.
• Collaborate with instructional leadership and coaches to ensure language support for ELL students.
• Assist with administration of ACCESS and ELL assessments where appropriate.
• Plan and deliver lessons aligned to WIDA standards for varying proficiency levels.

Skills

Accountability for Student Achievement

Communication

Cultural Proficiency

Parent/Family Engagement

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Massachusetts ESL Teaching License

Job description

Boston Public Schools is seeking an ESL teacher for a K-8 long-term substitute position at Umana Academy in Boston, MA. The role starts in December 2026 and follows per diem pay, with potential extension depending on district needs.

The ESL teacher will deliver language instruction to multilingual learners, align lessons with WIDA standards, and collaborate with classroom teachers to support language development across four domains while maintaining high expectations for all students.