Teacher - Elem. School Grade 2 ESL (SY 26-27) [One year position]

Young World Physical Education; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence Public Schools is seeking an exceptional ELEMENTARY GRADE 2 ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) TEACHER who is highly qualified and skilled to join our community of teachers, students and stakeholders. This one-year position starts immediately with potential placement in SY27-28.

The ESL Teacher will plan and deliver ESL instruction, accelerate multilingual learners’ access to content, use data to guide instruction, and collaborate with families and staff to support student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education from an accredited college or university.
• RI certifications: Elementary Education KG-6 and ESL PK-12.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver ESL instruction aligned to grade level standards.
• Provide scaffolds for multilingual learners to access grade level content.
• Instruct and monitor learners using technology to differentiate instruction.
• Establish clear objectives and provide feedback on assignments.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and communicate with families.
• Collaborate with department, school, district and parent meetings.

Skills

ESL instruction

Differentiated instruction

Data-driven instruction

Classroom management

Family communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Elementary Education KG-6 certification

All Grades English to Speakers of Other Languages PK-12 certification

Job description

Teacher - Elem. School Grade 2 ESL (SY 26-27) [One year position]

Providence School District Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elem. School - Providence, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

Providence Public Schools District (PPSD) seeks an exceptional ELEMENTARY GRADE 2 ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) TEACHER who is highly qualified and skillful to join our community of teachers, students and stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity for teachers who seek a challenging yet rewarding teaching experience.

This job is also posted in Providence Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5884246
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 13, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Please note: that this position is available for one year only. Hired candidates will be displaced or non-renewed from the position for the following school year, however, displaced teachers remain district employees and will be guaranteed a position in SY27-28.

Providence Public Schools District (PPSD) seeks an exceptional ELEMENTARY GRADE 2 ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) TEACHER who is highly qualified and skillful to join our community of teachers, students and stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity for teachers who seek a challenging yet rewarding teaching experience.

The Rhode Island Right to Read Act was passed in July of 2019 and requires educators to exhibit either proficiency in or awareness of the knowledge and practices of the Science of Reading and Structured Literacy. Please be advised that this position requires Structured LiteracyProficiency Level within one year of hire.

Under direction of the school principal and/or appropriate supervisor, plans and provides for English as a Second Language instruction to students who have been identified as in need of ESL support by the district’s annual English Language Proficiency assessment.

Additionally, the ESL Teacher will:

• Accelerate the learning or acquisition of Academic English through the academic content of math, language arts, science, and social studies in order for students to achieve academic success and meet classroom expectations.
• Implement all district MLL procedures.
• Serve as a resource for information regarding students from diverse language backgrounds.

We serve approximately 22,000 students at 37 elementary, middle, and high schools. Approximately 55% of students come from homes where English is not the primary language spoken. Combined, our students and families speak 55 different languages and hail from 91 countries of origin. In PPSD, the teachers and leaders set high expectations for academic achievement, provide equal access to differentiated instruction, and endeavor to close the achievement and opportunity gap among historically marginalized subgroups within the schools. PPSD is a great place for those who desire an environment that supports their creativity and ingenuity, and respects their credentials and abilities as a teacher.

REPORTS TO: Principal

Contingent upon funding

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree in the applicable field of education from an accredited college or university.

RIDE Certification Requirements:

• Elementary Education Teacher, Grades KG-6 and
• All Grades English to Speakers of Other Languages Teacher, Grades PK-12

OR

• Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, PK-3 and
• All Grades English to Speakers of Other Languages Teacher, Grades PK-12

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans using instructional materials aligned to grade level standards that facilitate active and engaging learning for all students.
• Provide appropriate scaffolds for Multilingual learners of varying English Language proficiency levels to ensure they can meaningfully access grade level content
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment, using relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities and provide appropriate feedback on assignments.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing a warm, welcoming, and culturally relevant environment.
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and regularly use data to observe and evaluate student performance and development to adjust teaching strategies.
• Maintain and update accurate and complete records of students' progress and development.
• Communicate information regularly to students, colleagues, and families regarding student progress and student needs in a language they can understand.
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities to support all students.
• Actively participate in and contribute to department, school, district and parent meetings and professional development.
• Make recommendations for students who are being referred or during IEP meetings regarding instruction and assessments.
• Assign and grade classwork, homework, tests, and assignments according to state standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EEO Statement

Providence Public Schools is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that is actively seeking to increase minority recruitment among its administrators and teaching staff. PSD does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, color, disability or veteran status. All programs are open to all individuals, regardless of their race, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, color, disability or veteran status.

Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work

Providence Public School District participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all participating employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Please review the following posters for more information:

• Notice of E-Verify Participation (English/Spanish)
• IER Right to Work Poster (English/Spanish)

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $48,343 to $91,123 Per Year

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Email: [e-mail]

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