ENL Teacher

Hamilton County Schools, located in Chattanooga, TN, is working to ensure that all students thrive and experience a future without limits. We are committed to excellence for every student and are seeking outstanding leaders, teachers, support staff, and district employees who desire to make a difference in the lives of students. With nearly 75 schools, we are confident that you can find your place in Hamilton County.

Learn more about working for Hamilton County Schools e.org and get to know us and our strategic plan, Opportunity 2030.

Calvin Donaldson Elementary is a Pre‑K‑5th grade school located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. At Donaldson, we believe that every child deserves a champion! Our mission is to engage students through intentional relationships, equip them to become lifelong learners and empower them to reach their full potential. We will accomplish this through ensuring that every student demonstrates measurable growth in academics and social‑emotional learning.

Decisions are collaborative and student‑centered, and we operate with grace, assuming the best of intentions on behalf of all stakeholders when supporting students. We speak to be understood and listen to understand while seeking solutions to all problems and challenges. Relationships define us and drive our success - we strive to take care of our Donaldson family!

See our recruitment video here! Learn more about Donaldson at CDETigers on Instagram or at our school website cde.hcde.org or about working for Hamilton County Schools e.org and get to know us and our strategic plan, Opportunity 2030.

• Teaching & Learning:
  • Plan, organize, and provide instruction in English using the TN Academic and WIDA English Language Development Standards. Instruction must be consistent and coordinated with the district’s instructional program so that students meet and exceed learning targets and the requirements outlined in the state and federal law.
  • Develop and deliver lesson plans utilizing a broad range of appropriate differentiated techniques and strategies addressing all aspects of communication that develop each student’s ability to read, write, speak, and listen in content areas at levels that ensure learners meet or exceed learning targets, and allow English learners to meaningfully access the district’s instructional program.
  • Screen all potential ELs using the WIDA Screener. Submit the results to parents and maintain a cumulative record.
  • Administer academic and language assessments for the purpose of evaluating students’ progress in meeting academic learning targets and progress in language acquisition. Maintain complete and accurate records of students’ progress and evidence of growth and progress.
  • Develop and maintain individualized instructional plans for each student (LLIP).
  • Collaborate with general education teachers of language learners with scheduling, instruction, modifications, and assessment.
• Classroom Culture: Provide a nurturing, supportive, and positive learning environment with high expectations that encourage student responsibility, enhance motivation, clearly communicate classroom routines, and incorporate challenging instructional strategies.
• Family & Community: Facilitate frequent and effective home‑school communication by coordinating conferences, written communication, parent trainings and other meetings/events, and administrative support for childcare, interpreting, translations, etc.
• Professional Responsibilities: Actively participate in professional learning communities (PLCs) with colleagues in order to improve teaching and student learning. Reflect on instruction and leadership while contributing ideas, expertise, and time to the mission and goals of the school.

• Must demonstrate fluency in all four language domains: reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
• Committed to high academic achievement and high expectations for all students.
• Able to be a positive team‑player and communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, students, and families.
• Open to being coached and receiving feedback in order to advance learning and growth for students.
• Professional with high personal standards and integrity.
• Teaching candidates must hold a valid state of Tennessee teaching certification in ESOL (K‑12) or be upcoming graduates in an accredited teacher preparation program. If you hold a teaching license in another state, you must apply for a Tennessee teaching license.
• Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree.

Salary is based on a combination of relevant education and experience. This position may be eligible for an increase in total compensation. The Differentiated Compensation Plan applies to designated schools and hard‑to‑staff positions. Please see https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). for more details.