Interim English Learner (EL) Teacher (Grades K - 8)

Washington County Schools (TN); Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington County Schools (TN) seeks an English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher to plan and deliver daily ESL instruction aligned with WIDA standards and state objectives. The teacher will assess and monitor student progress and collaborate with classroom teachers to support language development for EL students.

The position reports to the Federal Programs Supervisor and requires a valid teaching license, ESL endorsement, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, valid teacher's license, and ESL endorsement;
• Communicates effectively, strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Fluent and competent in the four domains of English language development, (reading, writing, listening, and speaking), as assessed by WIDA English Language Proficiency Assessments;
• Proficient in use of Google Workspace, Google Classroom, Word, Excel, and other job-related software applications.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and facilitate daily lessons and instructional activities in English in a safe and positive learning environment
• Effectively and appropriately differentiate instruction, materials, and resources to meet all students' language development proficiency levels, make academic content accessible, and support curriculum expectations.
• Communicate with teachers, staff, and other district personnel to evaluate student academic progress, determine student language acquisition progress, and collaboratively develop, maintain, and implement student ILP objectives.
• Participate in school data team meetings and IEP meetings impacting ELs.
• Continually monitor and record evidence of student growth and progress.
• Support classroom teachers to model differentiated instruction, best practice ESL strategies, and modifications to improve student achievement and academic success.
• Attend meetings and professional development opportunities for professional growth and acquisition of job related information.
• Travel to different schools to teach ESL students, support ESL students and school personnel, and implement an effective ESL program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

English language proficiency (WIDA)

Education

Bachelor's degree, valid teaching license, and ESL endorsement

Tools

Google Workspace

Google Classroom

Word

Excel

Job description

Role: English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher

Education And Experiences

• Bachelor's degree, valid teacher's license, and ESL endorsement;
• Communicates effectively, strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Fluent and competent in the four domains of English language development, (reading, writing, listening, and speaking), as assessed by WIDA English Language Proficiency Assessments;
• Proficient in use of Google Workspace, Google Classroom, Word, Excel, and other job-related software applications.

Summary:

Plan and implement daily ESL lessons and an appropriate program of study for assigned students. Instruction will be based on formal and informal assessments, collaboration with classroom teachers, student progress monitoring, and alignment with WIDA standards and state curriculum objectives.

Reports To:

This position will report to the Federal Programs Supervisor.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and facilitate daily lessons and instructional activities in English in a safe and positive learning environment
• Effectively and appropriately differentiate instruction, materials, and resources to meet all students' language development proficiency levels, make academic content accessible, and support curriculum expectations.
• Communicate with teachers, staff, and other district personnel to evaluate student academic progress, determine student language acquisition progress, and collaboratively develop, maintain, and implement student ILP objectives.
• Participate in school data team meetings and IEP meetings impacting ELs.
• Continually monitor and record evidence of student growth and progress.
• Support classroom teachers to model differentiated instruction, best practice ESL strategies, and modifications to improve student achievement and academic success.
• Attend meetings and professional development opportunities for professional growth and acquisition of job related information.
• Travel to different schools to teach ESL students, support ESL students and school personnel, and implement an effective ESL program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Capacity And Ability Requirements

Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or perform adequately a task or job duty. This position requires fluency and competency in the four domains of language assessed by the English Language Proficiency Assessment: reading, writing, listening and speaking.

Physical Demands

This position may require frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs or more.

Other physical demands that may be required are as follows:

• Stooping and/or kneeling
• Reaching
• Hearing
• Seeing
• Talking
• Lifting

TEMPERAMENT (Personal Traits)

• Adaptability to performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
• Adaptability to dealing with people beyond giving and receiving instruction.
• Adaptability to making generalizations, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria.

This job description may be reviewed and amended at the end of the academic year or to determine viability.