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English Second Language Teacher
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Gurnee, Lake County, Illinois, 60031, USA
Listed on 2026-02-17
Listing for:
Woodland School District 50
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-17
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
English Teacher / ESL TEFL, Elementary School -
Language/Bilingual
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/ESL
Date Posted:
8/6/2025
Location:
Woodland Intermediate School
Date Available:
08/18/2025
Closing Date:
When filled
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Position Title:
English as a Second Language Teacher
Applicants are instructed to address in their application/resume their experiences directly related to each section noted in the posting. Only completed/submitted online applications with supporting documents will be screened.
Position Type:
Elementary Teaching
Date Posted:
August 6, 2025
Location:
Woodland Intermediate School
Date Available:
August 18, 2025 plus six days of New Staff Orientation August 6 - 14, 2025
QUALIFICATIONS
* License/Certification:
Illinois Professional Educator License valid for Kindergarten with English as a Second Langauge endorsement
* Education:
Required - Bachelor's Degree
* Experience
* Required - Teaching or student teaching experience
* Preferred - Teaching or student teaching experience in an elementary ESL and/or bilingual classroom(s).
ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Has command of the subject matter and effectively implements the Woodland District 50 curriculum including Response to Intervention (RtI) and Common Core Standards
2. Instructs and motivates English Language Learners (ELL) to develop competencies, knowledge and skills in comprehending, speaking, reading and writing the English language and Spanish (as required)
3. Uses a variety of instructional techniques and differentiates instruction to meet the individual needs and interests of the students
4. Adheres to the guidelines outlined in the Woodland School District 50 Staff Handbook
5. Contributes and models a positive school climate through the support of the district's Strategic Plan and Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) program
6. Orders materials and supplies as per district procedures, with appropriate authorization and within budgetary constraints
7. Works cooperatively with other staff members
8. Collaborates with staff and paraprofessionals to meet the needs of students with special needs
9. Meets and instructs assigned classes in locations and at the times assigned
10. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil conduct in alignment with the Parent/Student Handbook and PBIS in order to provide for a safe, orderly, productive environment
11. Evaluates and maintains appropriate records including student attendance, student performance, knowledge, skills and grades
12. Posts grades regularly to district-approved student information system/grade book
13. Uses a variety of avenues to communicate regularly with parents and school personnel regarding students' levels and rates of progress
14. Actively supervises students while in the classroom, hallway, and special events as required
15. Attends and participates in team, department, faculty meetings, and professional development
16. Keeps up to date with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and makes relevant changes to instructional plans and activities to meet the needs of all students
17. Adheres to all school and district policies and procedures, including maintaining confidentiality
18. Develops lesson plans and supplementary materials compatible with the basic instructional needsof the ELL and dual language students
19. Provides learning experiences which develop the basic communication skill, utilizing a variety of language acquisition methods and strategies
20. Provides individualized and small group instruction as needed to implement the instructional bilingual/ESL/dual language program
21. Confers with the school principal, the Teaching and Learning Department and ELL Coordinator
22. Is responsible for administering the procedures for identifying and evaluating bilingual/ESL/dual language students
23. Conducts in-service workshops for staff and parents as seen appropriate to the success of the bilingual/ESL/dual language program
24. Keeps parents informed on a regular basis regarding student progress, program activities, and evaluations (i.e. student progress reports, newsletters, evaluation survey)
25. Develops pupil understanding and appreciation of both their native culture and the culture of the United States
26. Evaluates each pupil's progress in listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing the English language and Spanish (as required)
27. Selects and requisitions books, instructional aids, and instructional supplies; maintains required inventory records
28. Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in helping pupils develop the acquisition of the English language and Spanish (as required)
29. Participates in curriculum and other Bilingual/ESL/dual language programs
30. Translates documentation vital for home/school communication when feasible
31. Maintains professional competence through…
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