School Year 26/27 Elementary ESL/ELD Specialist-Itinerant

Young World Physical Education

Lynn (MA)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is looking for a Full-Time Elementary ESL/ELD Specialist-Itinerant for the 26/27 school year. This role will focus on English language development for identified English learners in Lynn Public Schools.

The position requires a valid ESL license from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and collaboration with other educators. The Specialist will utilize WIDA standards and data to ensure effective teaching practices.

Comprehensive health and dental benefits are included as part of the employment package, alongside a commitment to inclusivity and diversity.

Qualifications

Valid license from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in ESL Pre‑K‑6.
Bachelor’s Degree is required, and a Master’s Degree is preferred.
Understanding of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved communities.

Responsibilities

Use WIDA standards to plan and implement lessons.
Provide required ELD services to identified ELs/DLLs.
Collaborate with SEI/DL teachers for language development.
Utilize data to monitor English language development.

Skills

Understanding of institutional and structural racism and bias

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree (preferred)

Valid license from Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in ESL Pre‑K‑6

SEI Endorsement

Tools

Ellevation (or other designated software)

Job description

School Year 26/27 Elementary ESL/ELD Specialist-Itinerant

Job ID: 5714137

Application Deadline: May 29, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: May 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Elementary ELD Specialist-Itinerant

About Lynn Public Schools:
Lynn is a vibrant, seaside urban community located just north of Boston. The city is known for its contemporary public art, historic architecture, thriving downtown cultural district, and abundant public parks, including the scenic Lynn Shore Reservation and the expansive Lynn Woods Reservation. Reflecting the city’s international character, Lynn Public Schools is a linguistically and culturally rich community, with 60% of our students speaking two or more languages. Lynn Public Schools proudly serves approximately 17,000 students across 29 school sites within a diverse and dynamic educational landscape.

1 Early Childhood Center
17 Elementary Schools
1 Public Separate Day School
3 Middle Schools
2 Comprehensive High Schools
1 Vocational High School
1 Early College High School
1 STEAM Academy (Grades 6-12)
1 Alternative Education Academy (Grades 9-12)
1 TOGETHER Educating and Advancing Multi-Disabled Students Academy (PreK-12)

Lynn Public Schools is committed to the goals of inclusiveness, shared responsibility, collaborative relationships, high expectations, and inspiring life-long learning. We strive to honor and celebrate diversity and to respond effectively to the social-emotional experiences of every student and family.

JOB DETAILS

The Itinerant Elementary ELD (English Language Development) Specialist position (K‑5) is a full-time teaching role focused on the English language development of identified English learners and/or dual language learners (DLLs) in DL programs. The ELD teacher develops lessons using WIDA standards for various proficiency levels, focusing on the four plus one domains of language (speaking, reading, writing, listening, and cross-linguistic connections). Elementary ELD teachers collaborate with SEI/DL teachers to support social/academic language development, use WIDA standards and scaffolds, and employ data to develop and reflect on lessons for students at various proficiency levels. The majority of Itinerant Elementary ELD teachers are assigned to a single building; a small number may support two buildings based on EL enrollment.

QUALIFICATIONS

Valid license from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in ESL Pre‑K‑6
SEI Endorsement as applicable
Additional content area licensure is encouraged
Licensure requirements and validity are subject to change at the discretion of DESE
Bachelor’s Degree required
Master’s Degree preferred
Understanding of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Use WIDA standards and district ELD curriculum maps to plan and implement lessons with clear language objectives
Provide required ELD services to identified ELs/DLLs and maintain an up‑to‑date schedule of services in Ellevation (or other designated software)
Develop and implement differentiated ELD lessons, incorporating research‑based instructional practices for different learning styles and various proficiency levels
Provide appropriate and effective learning experiences for students from a wide range of socio-economic levels and cultural backgrounds
Utilize data (ACCESS, formative assessments, etc.) and appropriate data systems to monitor English language development and identify any students who meet exit criteria
Assist in the administration of the ACCESS for ELLs 2.0 assessment
Use technology to support student learning in and out of the classroom
Participate in Student Study Team meetings for identified ELs/FELs/DLLs
Assess the progress of students on a regular basis via report cards and/or progress reports, as required
Plan and implement lessons based on district and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned; use instructional technology appropriately and work with students to facilitate their use of instructional technology
Collaborate with colleagues, students, and families on a regular basis
Assist the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct, and develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedures to ensure a productive learning environment
Other duties as assigned by principal or supervisor

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

As negotiated with Lynn School Committee and Lynn Teachers Union
180 days per year
Teacher Salary Estimator

BENEFITS

The City of Lynn offers comprehensive and competitive health and dental benefits; Harvard Pilgrim PPO/HMO, Altus Dental High/Low, and Vision. Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Plan (FSA), as well as Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability are available on a voluntary basis.

All required pre-employment physicals, drug tests, National fingerprint-based Criminal Background Checks (NCBC), and Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) must be completed prior to the start of employment.

NON-Discrimination Policy

It is the policy of the Lynn Public Schools not to unlawfully discriminate or tolerate discrimination in the administration of its educational and employment policies, or in its programs and activities, on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, parenthood, race, color, national origin, creed/religion, ethnicity, ancestry, age, genetic information, active military/veteran status, mental or physical disability, special need, proficiency in the English language or academic achievement, homelessness, public assistance status, or any other characteristic protected by any federal, state or local laws or regulations, including Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the 1972 Amendments to the Civil Rights Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and M.G.L. Ch.76:5, M.G.L., Ch.151, if and as applicable.

Race, when referenced in any policy of the Lynn Public Schools, whether or not specified, shall include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture, hair type, hair length and protective hairstyles.

Position Type

Full-Time

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