Teacher - English Second Language; Anticipated ; SY

Teacher - English as a Second Language (Anticipated Vacancy) (SY26-27)

This position is an anticipated vacancy expected to be vacant by 06/30/2026. The current incumbent has the right to rescind retirement, leave, or resignation up to that date. Your hire will not be confirmed until the position is vacated, and you may start the year as a Long‑Term Substitute if the position does not become vacant by the start of the school year.

Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, learners, and leaders. This is an exciting opportunity for teachers who desire to make an impact. In BPS, teachers and leaders are committed to high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, and the closing of the achievement gap among all students.

Reports to:

Principal/Head of School

• Provide ESL instruction to Multilingual Learners identified as English Learners.
• Collaborate with content teachers to align instruction and support to students’ English language development across all domains and their classroom instructional needs.
• Collaborate with instructional leadership, coaches, and administration to ensure ELL students receive language support and academic assistance.
• Assist with oversight and delivery of ACCESS administration.
• Prepare and organize ELL student transition meetings for those ready to transition out of ELL services.
• Plan and deliver lessons aligned to WIDA Instructional Standards, adapting lessons for varying levels of English proficiency.
• Demonstrate cultural proficiency and use culturally relevant instructional practices.
• Integrate technology into the classroom as an instructional tool and for personal productivity.
• Demonstrate understanding of and fluency using WIDA’s ELD Standards Framework and Can Do Descriptors.
• Assist classroom teachers with administration of state and local assessments for English language learners when appropriate.
• Attend district and state-sponsored professional development to stay current with ELL instruction and strategies.

• Accountability for Student Achievement – set ambitious learning goals, assess understanding, and adjust instruction to meet goals.
• Communicating Content Knowledge – demonstrate mastery and enthusiasm for the content area and connect to relevant standards.
• Equitable & Effective Instruction – scaffold and differentiate instruction for rigorous academic work, motivate and engage all students, and build a productive learning environment.
• Cultural Proficiency – create and maintain an environment that respects diverse backgrounds, identities, and strengths.
• Parent/Family Engagement – build collaborative, respectful relationships with families to support student learning.
• Professional Reflection & Collaboration – reflect on practice, seek feedback, and participate in a collaborative learning community.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Valid Massachusetts Teaching License in ESL at the appropriate grade level.
• Complete state and federal guidelines to be fully licensed and “Highly Qualified.”
• Meet the Standards of Effective Teaching established by BPS.
• Current authorization to work in the United States.
• Model excellent spoken and written English for students learning English in school.

• Experience teaching in an urban setting.
• Fluency in one of BPS’ official languages:
  Spanish, Cabo Verdean Creole, Haitian Creole, Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, or Somali.
• Certification in a core content area and either Moderate Disabilities or ESL at the appropriate grade level(s).

BTU, Group I

Please refer to the BPS website for information on salary and compensation. Salaries are listed by union, grade, and step.

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