ESOL Teacher

Clayton County Public Schools; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Clayton County Public Schools is seeking an ESOL Teacher for North Clayton High in Atlanta to support English learners across elementary to high school levels.

The role emphasizes research-based language instruction, assessment, and progress reporting in alignment with WIDA and Georgia standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher required.
• Minimum of one year of teaching experience preferred.
• Georgia Educator’s Certificate with ESOL P-12 Certification or ESOL Endorsement required; GaPSC approved ESOL endorsement program or passing scores may be accepted.
• Elementary needs: ECE P-5 certification or TESOL-related graduate degree; other cert fields preferred for secondary.
• Strong communication with internal staff, parents, and community; ability to utilize technology to enhance instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teach, screen, test, monitor, record and report progress of English learners (ELs).
• Instruct ELs at various levels using research-based language acquisition strategies (e.g., SIOP).
• Prepare course outlines aligned to WIDA Standards and state/district requirements.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to provide instructional resources.
• Conduct parent/teacher conferences to review EL progress and accommodations.
• Facilitate EL-related professional learning for staff.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Teaching experience

Georgia ESOL certification/endorsement

Education

GaPSC ESOL Certification/Endorsement

ECE P-5 certification or TESOL-related graduate degree (Secondary)

Job description

ESOL Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5942365 Application Deadline: Dec 07, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Posted: Sep 28, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The ESOL Teacher’s primary responsibility is to teach, screen, test, monitor, record, and report the progress of English learners (ELs). ESOL teachers instruct English learners at various levels (elementary, middle, or high school) using research-based strategies of language acquisition to maximize opportunities for academic improvement and success. This position reports to the Principal.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The ESOL teacher provides English language assistance services using district approved delivery models for English learners (ELs) at all levels of English language development. ESOL teachers instruct English learners, using research-based teaching methods and frameworks (e.g. SIOP); and a variety of supplemental resources. ESOL teachers assign lessons and correct homework; administer assessments; monitor/evaluate achievement progress; and record/share results with faculty, school officials, and parents.

Prepares course outlines and objectives aligned to WIDA Standards and academic language of Common Core/Georgia Performance Standards according to state and district requirements. Monitors, prepares, and maintains EL documents related to services, accommodations, and student progress as required by federal, state, and district mandates. Maintains classroom discipline and behavior outside the classroom as assigned.

Collaborates with general education teachers and provides instructional resources to enhance teaching and learning. Works with support staff to provide the best instructional program for English learners. Conducts parent/teacher conferences (including LACs, ELL/TPC, etc.) to review EL instructional accommodations, progress, performance, and behavior.

Conducts EL related professional learning for school staff. Facilitates and/or participates in school events to promote EL parent engagement. Participates in faculty/professional meetings, conferences, and teacher training workshops.

All other duties, as assigned and required, in order to perform the above services.

KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor'sdegree or higher required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of teaching experience preferred.
• Must holdor be eligible for a Georgia Educator’s Certificate issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) is required with ESOL P-12 Certification or ESOL Endorsement.
• As an alternative option enrollment in a GaPSC approvedESOL Endorsement Program or passing P-12 ESOL scores are required at the time of employment.Elementary must also hold ECE P-5 certification or possess a graduate degree in TESOL. Additional Certification fields preferred for Secondary include: Reading Endorsement,Language Arts 4-8, and English 6-12.
• Varied; supervisor is available to review established broad objectives; independent judgment is required.
• Requires regular, frequent communication with internal school administrative personnel.
• Requires regular, frequent communication with different constituencies: parents and community etc.
• Excellent classroom management and organizational skills required. May be designated as a lead teacher.
• Applies, recommends and implements technology to improve the effectiveness of school operations.

Position Type: FULL TIME

The 2026-2027 salary schedules may be accessed via the following link: 2026-2027 Teacher Salary Scale

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Applicant Account , Testing
• 1058 Fifth Avenue
• Jonesboro, Georgia 30236
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