Teacher: English Language Development (ESOL) (Elementary)

TrulyHired; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

TrulyHired is seeking qualified teachers for English Language Development to serve English Learners in Anne Arundel County Public Schools. The role emphasizes developing, selecting, and adapting lessons to meet diverse language needs and uses a range of instructional strategies to support student growth.

Candidates should be prepared to collaborate with school teams, participate in professional development, and engage families to support language acquisition and academic achievement for all

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in education from a regionally accredited college or university required.
• Student teaching internship or classroom teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to travel to Maryland sites as necessary for in-person appearances.

Responsibilities

• Establish goals and objectives aligned to WIDA Standards and ELD curricula; prepare language objectives and differentiated lessons.
• Maintain student data records and progress; keep records as required by law and policy.
• Provide instructional leadership to teams to support linguistically responsive teaching and implement language development strategies.
• Evaluate student progress using second language assessments and state/local mandated assessments; participate in IEP for bilingual learners.

Skills

English Learner Instruction

Culturally Responsive Teaching

Virtual Learning Tech

Data-driven Instruction

Parent/Teacher Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Tools

MS Office

Learning Management System

Video/Web Conferencing

Job description

Job Description

Title Code:

Teacher: English Language Development

This posting creates a pool of candidates for future positions that may become available.

JOB SUMMARY

Provides in-class or virtual instruction to English Learners (Els) by developing, selecting, and modifying instructional plans and materials and presenting them using instructional techniques which meet the needs of all students. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of students. Supervises students in a variety of school-related settings and activities. Monitors and evaluates student performance. Develops and implements plans to improve student performance. Builds the capacity of colleagues in meeting the needs of English learners. Bilingual and biliterate in targeted language may be required depending on assignment. Virtual experience may be required based on assignment.

Additional Work Days/Hours

• Emergencies
• Evenings/Nights
• Outside of normal business hours
• Weekends

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establishes clear goals and objectives related to the WIDA Standards, English Language Development curricula, and School Improvement Plan. Prepares language objectives, designs English language development lessons, conducts assignments, and develops instructional materials that are differentiated to meet the needs of English Learners at all proficiency levels.
• Maintains student data records, including a grade book. Keeps complete records as required by law, Board policy and administrative regulation.
• Provides instructional leadership to school teams to support linguistically and culturally responsive teaching practices and employs instructional strategies that reflect best practices in second language and literacy development.
• Evaluates student progress using appropriate second language assessment techniques, formative assessments, state and local mandated assessments. Participates in the IEP process for dually identified English Learners.
• Maintains order and discipline in the classroom conducive to effective learning; takes all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, textbooks, materials and facilities.
• Collaborates with colleagues to create a flexible classroom environment that provides for student involvement in the learning process through both push-in and pull-out services and enables each student to achieve learning objectives.
• Confers with parents and students regarding progress of English Learners; arranges and participates in teacher-parent or teacher-student conferences, and coordinates parent outreach.
• Participates in professional development, staff meetings and provides input regarding the planning of instructional goals, objectives, methods, differentiation, scaffolding and incorporation of language development strategies. May serve on special committees.
• Provides professional development related to language development and cultural competence to school staff. Encourages school staff in communicating with non-native English-speaking parents.
• Participates in school events and encourages English Learner and EL family participation in those events.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required.

Experience

• Student teaching internship or classroom teaching experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Knowledge of school organization, curriculum, teaching techniques; current trends, research and materials of instruction in field of specialization.
• Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office and school board staff, students, parents and community.
• Ability to provide culturally and linguistically responsive instruction.
• Demonstrated ability to speak and write effectively.
• Ability to employ a variety of teaching styles to respond to the needs of diverse learners.
• Demonstrated ability to work with virtual learning technology, remote instruction platforms, and Learning Management Systems.
• Ability to travel to/from Maryland Sites as necessary at the expense of the employee is required for in-person appearances at various intervals throughout the duration of the school year.
• Familiarity or experience with electronic leave reporting/substitute requesting systems, electronic grade reporting/gradebook, electronic teacher/parent communication tools, and ability to use instructional technology hardware and software.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).

Language Requirements

• Bilingual/Biliterate If assigned to bilingual program, bilingual and biliterate in targeted language required. Otherwise, bilingual and biliterate in target language native or near native preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• Hold or be eligible for educator certificate/license issued by Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) required.

Driving Requirements

• Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position.
• Personal Vehicle

LEADERSHIP ROLE

• N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Standing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Walking: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision

• No special vision requirements

Work Environment

Location

• Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 of the time

Noise Level

• Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time

Weight & Force

• Up to 10 pounds: under 1/3 of the time

Travel Requirements

• N/A

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date: 9/1/2026

Established Date: 4/1/2013

Title Code: C21872

Title: TEACHER: ENGLISH LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT

Alternate Title: Teacher: English Language Development

Reports to Generic: Principal;Principal: Virtual Academy

Division: Academics

Business Unit: Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment

Negotiated Agreement: Teachers Association of Anne Arundel County (TAAAC)

Unit: I

Days Worked: 191

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

Grade: TG01;TG02;TG03;TG04;TG05;TG06;TG07;TG10;TCL

Months Worked: 10

Hours Worked: 7.5

Job Family: Educational Services

Sub-Function: Teacher

Welcome to ATX Learning

Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) provides a challenging and rewarding educational experience for every child. We offer a comprehensive system-wide multicultural curriculum from kindergarten through 12th grade. At every level, the focus is on success for every student. Quality instruction, combined with teacher commitment, provides excellence in our instructional programs. Explore career opportunities with a progressive school system dedicated to providing the very best services to our students, our educators, and our community.

Located on the magnificent Chesapeake Bay, Anne Arundel County is conveniently located near the cities of Baltimore and Washington, D.C., and is home to the state capitol, Annapolis, which has a rich historical past. Notable landmarks include the United State Naval Academy, Fort George G. Meade, the National Security Agency, and Baltimore Washington International Airport. The county encompasses urban, suburban, and rural areas, with 432 miles of tidal shoreline. Fine dining, state parks, major cultural attractions, the best in entertainment and professional sports are within easy access to our central location.