ESOL Teacher (2026-2027 SY), Multiple Locations

Henry County Schools; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Georgia school district is seeking an ESOL Teacher for McDonough, responsible for delivering essential ESOL services to students. Candidates must have a valid Georgia Educator Certificate in ESOL. Responsibilities include developing English proficiency assessments, collaborating with general education teachers, and maintaining communication with parents about student services. The ideal candidate will demonstrate integrity, effective communication skills, and a commitment to education. This full-time position requires regular presence at work and extends over 190 work days.

Qualifications

• Ability to effectively communicate with parents and community.
• Must be able to supervise students and perform physical tasks.
• Ability to be present reliably at work each day.

Responsibilities

• Provide ESOL services to students as per program guidelines.
• Maintain communication with parents regarding student services.
• Compile and submit required records by deadlines.

Skills

Ability to work well with students

Commitment to confidentiality

Exceptional integrity

Supervision skills during emergencies

Education

Valid Georgia Educator Certificate in ESOL

Job description

Position Title: ESOL Teacher

Division: Learning, Performance, and Strategy Services/School

Reports To: Principal or Designee

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary Schedule: Teacher

Work Days: 190

Essential Duties:

1. Provide appropriate instruction and educational services in ESOL to assigned students according to the guidelines of the program and through the established delivery model for service.
2. Seek opportunities for professional development and enrichment in the teaching and learning of second languages, particularly English as a Second Language.
3. Develop, implement, monitor, and assess the English Language Proficiency of each identified ELL and ELL-M student.
4. Maintain prompt and professional communication with parents in all aspects of their child's English Language Services.
5. Complete designated procedures for students referred for ESOL service and Title III services.
6. Compile, maintain, and submit all required records and paperwork by the required deadlines.
7. Serve as a resource and work collaboratively with the general education teachers who teach students with limited English proficiency.
8. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

1. Hold or be eligible for a valid Georgia Educator Certificate in ESOL or an ESOL endorsement with appropriate content.
2. Ability to work well with students, parents, staff, and the community.
3. Exceptional integrity, commitment to confidentiality, excellent character, and strong professional reputation.
4. Must abide by the Georgia Professional Standards Code of Ethics for Educators.
5. Must be regularly, predictably, and reliably at work.
6. Ability to be present at the physical worksite.
7. Must perform tasks involving prolonged periods of standing, walking, and sitting.
8. Must perform routine physical activities such as bending and lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds.
9. Must be able to properly and consistently supervise students, particularly during emergency situations.
10. Vision, hearing, written, and verbal communications are essential factors in performing required tasks.