English Second Language Teacher Job Libertyville area,Illinois USA,Education / Teaching

Position: English as a Second Language Teacher

Overview

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/ ESL

Location:

Woodland Intermediate School

Date Posted: 8/6/2025

Date Available:

08/18/2025

Closing Date:
When filled

District:
Woodland School District 50

Contact:
Mr. Timothy Sheldon, Principal; ; . Yamilette Sosa, Director of Language Acquisition; ; .

Qualifications

License/Certification:
Illinois Professional Educator License valid for Kindergarten with English as a Second Language endorsement
Education:

Required - Bachelor's Degree
Experience:

Required - Teaching or student teaching experience
Experience:

Preferred - Teaching or student teaching experience in an elementary ESL and/or bilingual classroom(s)

Essential Performance Responsibilities

Has command of the subject matter and effectively implements the Woodland District 50 curriculum including Response to Intervention (RtI) and Common Core Standards

Instructs and motivates English Language Learners (ELL) to develop competencies in listening, speaking, reading and writing English and Spanish (as required)

Uses a variety of instructional techniques and differentiates instruction to meet the individual needs and interests of the students

Adheres to the guidelines in the Woodland School District 50 Staff Handbook

Maintains a positive school climate and supports PBIS

Orders materials and supplies within budgetary constraints per district procedures

Works cooperatively with other staff members and collaborates with staff and paraprofessionals to meet the needs of students with special needs

Instructs assigned classes at the times and locations assigned

Establishes and maintains standards of pupil conduct aligned with the Parent/Student Handbook and PBIS

Evaluates and maintains records including attendance, performance, and grades; posts grades in district systems

Communicates regularly with parents and school personnel regarding student progress

Supervises students in classroom, hallways and events as required

Attends team, department, faculty meetings and professional development

Keeps up to date with developments in the subject area and adjusts instructional plans accordingly

Follows school and district policies including confidentiality

Develops lesson plans and materials compatible with ELL and dual language needs

Provides learning experiences to develop English (and Spanish as required) language skills

Provides individualized and small group instruction as needed

Confers with the principal, Teaching and Learning Department and ELL Coordinator

Administers procedures for identifying and evaluating bilingual/ESL/dual language students

Coordinates in-service workshops for staff and parents as appropriate

Keeps parents informed on student progress and program activities

Develops pupil understanding of both native and United States cultures

Evaluates progress in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in English and Spanish (as required)

Manages materials and maintains inventory records

Identifies pupil needs and works with staff to support language acquisition

Participates in curriculum and bilingual/ESL/dual language programs

Translates vital home/school communications when feasible

Maintains professional competence through in-service education and growth activities

Performs other duties as assigned by the principal or district leadership

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Planning and Preparation – Demonstrates knowledge of content and pedagogy, designs coherent instruction, selects instructional activities, and assesses student learning.
Classroom Environment – Creates an environment of respect, establishes a culture for learning, manages procedures and student behavior, and organizes space.
Instruction – Communicates clearly, uses questioning techniques, engages students, provides feedback, and shows responsiveness.
Professional Responsibility – Reflects on teaching, maintains records, communicates professionally, contributes to the school/district, and pursues professional growth.

Technical: Demonstrated skills in writing, editing, and public speaking. Experience with social media and emerging technologies. Proficient in photography software; comfortable with digital environments including databases, spreadsheets, publishing…


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