Teacher - English as a Second Language (ESL) - Secondary - General Interest

Frisco ISD; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A Texas-based school district is seeking a full-time ESL Teacher to provide English language instruction and support for English Learner students. The ideal candidate will collaborate with staff and contribute to improving EL student outcomes. A Bachelor's degree and valid Texas teaching certificate are required, with preference for a Master's degree and experience in classroom instruction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university; Master's degree preferred.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required ESL supplemental certification.
• Minimum three years of classroom experience as an ELAR/ESL teacher.

Responsibilities

• Deliver English language instruction to EL students.
• Coordinate TELPAS testing for the assigned campus.
• Support state standards implementation through district curricula.

Skills

Instructional strategies for EL proficiency

Classroom management

Collaboration and communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Job description

Teacher - English as a Second Language (ESL) – Secondary

Frisco ISD is inviting applications for an ESL Teacher who will support closing the English Learner achievement gap and accelerating learning for EL students. Under the supervision of the ESL Coordinator and in collaboration with campus staff, the ESL teacher will provide job‑embedded training and capacity building to improve classroom linguistic instruction.

Responsibilities

• Deliver English language instruction to EL students in the ESL classroom and as the teacher of record for ESL classes.
• Model and facilitate ESL learning opportunities for campus staff, serving as the lead language learner.
• Co‑plan, co‑teach, and complete professional learning cycles, fostering collaborative relationships with instructional coaches and department heads.
• Support the implementation of state standards (ELPS) through district‑adopted curricula and sheltered instructional strategies.
• Use data to assess student proficiency, adjust instruction, and communicate progress to administrators and families.
• Coordinate TELPAS testing for the assigned campus.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings, ESL department meetings, ILA department meetings, and staff committees.
• Maintain ethical confidentiality regarding student and teacher records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university; Master’s degree preferred.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate covering all grade levels on an assigned campus with required ESL supplemental certification.
• Knowledge of English Language Arts TEKS and core content area curriculum.
• Ability to instruct students, manage behavior, and employ instructional strategies appropriate for EL proficiency levels.
• Strong organizational, communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

Experience

• Minimum three years of classroom experience, including experience as an ELAR/ESL teacher.
• Lead language learner role, modeling and facilitating ESL learning for staff.
• Teacher of record for ESL classes.
• Professional learning partner with instructional coaches and department heads to improve EL outcomes.
• Reflect on data to adjust linguistic instruction and support EL students’ academic progress.

Seniority

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Education and Training

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Frisco Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, or disability status of otherwise qualified individuals. FISD does not discriminate on the basis of membership or application for membership in the uniformed services.