English Speakers of Languages; ESOL Teacher - Pre-K and Kdg-5th Grade

Position: English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Teacher - Pre-K and Kdg-5th Grade (2026-2027)
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Teacher - Pre-K and Kdg-5th Grade )

Andover USD 385
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Applications must be submitted via the district`s application portal as administrators do not review any applications in the Educate Kansas portal. If you are interested in this position, please apply here.

Purpose:

Provide developmentally appropriate, language-rich instruction and academic support for English learners from Pre-K through 5th grade. Use play-based strategies for early childhood and standards-aligned instruction for elementary grades to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing; scaffold grade-level content; support social-emotional development; and partner with families and colleagues.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university

* Current Kansas State PROFESSIONAL Teaching License with ESOL Endorsement on file in the District Office (elementary license with ESOL endorsement that includes Pre-K/PRK)

* Experience teaching English learners at the elementary level is preferred.

Supervisor:
Principal(s)

Description:

This position will support English learners at Prairie Creek Elementary School and Meadowlark Elementary School.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities :

* Plan and deliver differentiated ESOL instruction across Pre-K-5 that is developmentally appropriate and standards-aligned: play-based, oral-language-rich activities for Pre-K and explicit literacy/academic language instruction for K-5.

* Employ ESOL best practices (visuals, gestures, modeling, repetition, sentence frames, scaffolds) and adjust approaches by age and proficiency.

* Implement push-in, pull-out, small-group, and co-teaching models to scaffold classroom content and support access to grade-level standards.

* Use formative and summative assessments (observations, language samples, progress monitoring tools, KELPA or local equivalents) to determine language levels, set goals, and track growth.

* Differentiate lessons and interventions for diverse language proficiency levels and special needs; collaborate with special educators and specialists for IEP/504 coordination.

* Develop and teach targeted lessons for vocabulary, phonics/phonological awareness, comprehension, writing, and oral language across grade bands.

* Contribute to the development of school and classroom climates that validate home languages and cultures.

* Engage families through regular communication.

* Adhere to the KSDE English Learner Framework, and maintain accurate records: eligibility, progress monitoring, attendance, family contacts, and required documentation.

* Participate in and contribute to school and district teams (ESOL, grade-level, MTSS, Student Based Support Team), co-plan with classroom teachers, and lead or attend professional development as applicable.

* Establish and maintain a positive learning environment through appropriate classroom management.

* See that district policies are observed during all activities.

* Obtain advance approval for all expenditures.

* Adhere to all district health and safety policies.

* Other duties as assigned by the principal or other administrative staff, which are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications of the position.

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

* Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of language acquisition processes, ESOL instructional methods, and high-quality instructional resources.

* Familiarity with the KSDE English Learner Framework and the Kansas English Language Proficiency Standards.

* Knowledge of Federal Title III requirements and guidance.

* Strong cultural competency, family engagement skills, and ability to collaborate with diverse teams.

Physical Requirements /

Environmental Conditions:

* Requires the ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods.

* Occasionally requires the ability to manually move, lift, carry, pull or push heavy objects or materials.

* Occasionally requires the ability to stoop, bend and/or reach.

* Must be able to work indoors and outdoors year-round.

* Must be able to work in noisy and crowded environments.

* Requires regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job.

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Benefits Information

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