ESL Teacher
Job in
Lockhart, Caldwell County, Texas, 78644, USA
Listed on 2026-02-17
Listing for:
Goodwill Industries of Central Texas
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-17
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
English Teacher / ESL TEFL, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Elementary School
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The Goodwill Excel Center is the first free, public charter high school in Texas that provides adults ages 18-50 the opportunity to earn their high school diploma, complete an in-demand professional certification, and begin postsecondary education. There are seven campuses within the charter district. Two campuses are in Austin: one at the Goodwill Community Center and one in South Austin in partnership with American Youth Works.
The other five campuses are located within correctional facilities across the state. For more information on the Goodwill Excel Center Adult High School, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
The ESL Teacher is responsible for implementing, developing, and executing instruction of the Goodwill Excel Center vocational curriculum. The ESL Teacher will employ a student-centered approach, effectively tailoring the instructional strategies to the individual students' needs and approaching instruction with creativity and innovation. Strategies may include, but are not limited to direct instruction, one-to-one instruction, seminars, small group learning, self-paced lessons, blended learning and courses, and online learning tools.
The ESL Teacher will work with the instructional team in meeting educational objectives and adhering to the Texas Essential Knowledge & Skills (TEKS) standards.
Role and Responsibilities
* Provide instruction to students in assigned ESL courses that ensures mastery of Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS).
* Develop and revise an approved curriculum that includes lesson plans, projects, and assessments that are aligned with the standards of The Excel Center and TEKS.
* Assess student progress and learning needs to build and shape instruction around student needs.
* Utilize attendance, grades, and assessment data to refine lessons and inform instructional practices to achieve learning goals.
* Implement a clear and consistent classroom management system that aligns to Instructional Team and Campus-wide initiatives while developing students' character and sense of community in the classroom.
* Support all students in achieving academic success and character growth.
* Provide tutorials for students to ensure mastery of material.
* Document and maintain attendance, grades, and progress records according to District policy.
* Create a positive classroom environment conducive to learning and educational growth of students, including behavior management that is firm, fair, and consistent.
* Participate in collaborative curriculum development, grade/ability-level activities, and school-wide functions aimed at improving student retention, productivity, school culture, and new student on-boarding.
* Attend and participate in all staff, team, and professional development meetings and activities.
* Participate in all evaluations and self-studies as required by the Texas Education Agency (TEA).
* Serve on curriculum, instructional, textbooks, and other committees as assigned.
* Administer diagnostic placement tests, achievement tests, curriculum tests, and other tests as required by the Campus Director.
Other
Duties & Responsibilities
* Demonstrate progress in meeting student performance targets of the district.
* Demonstrate progress in meeting assigned action plans of the district or campus improvement plans.
* Develop, use, and evaluate ideas and/or innovative approaches to improve performance.
* Keep informed of and comply with policies of The Goodwill Excel Center, WSD, and TDCJ.
* Comply with policies established by federal and state law, including, but not limited to, State Board of Education and local Board policy.
* Follow all unit procedures in checking out materials, supplies, and equipment and promptly report any defective equipment and/or student abuse of materials, supplies, or equipment.
* Assist district and campus teams with outreach and engagement events throughout the school year.
* Perform other related duties as assigned.
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