Teacher - English Second Language; ESL - North High School

Teacher – English as a Second Language (ESL) – North High School 2026‑2027

Job : 5814005

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 02, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 27, 2026

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $61,410 to $91,240 Per Year

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > ELL / ESL / SEI / TESOL

• Plan, develop, and implement instructional experiences that promote educational growth and development of targeted students.
• Use effective classroom presentation techniques and review, correct, and reinforce lessons to enhance learning and retention.
• Implement testing and assessment to confirm achievement levels.
• Apply classroom management, discipline, and behavior reinforcement strategies.
• Employ techniques to promote cognitive development.
• Identify and refer students who require Special Education services.
• Ensure equal educational opportunity for all students regardless of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, or homelessness.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.
• Stay current with curriculum content, and plan and assess curriculum and instruction.
• Mentor students in understanding of the curriculum and adjust instruction, materials, or assessments as appropriate.
• Manage classroom environment effectively.
• Set clear learning goals and use appropriate instructional and questioning techniques.
• Use innovative approaches and instructional strategies, including technologies, to increase student learning and confidence.
• Promote high standards and expectations for student achievement.
• Promote equity and appreciation of diversity for students with special needs, 504 plans, and second‑language learners.

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Massachusetts Licensure as an ESL teacher.
• SEI Endorsement or dual licensure.

• Advanced education in ESL methodology.
• Experience in bilingual/bicultural education and second‑language acquisition.
• Experience supporting students with special needs.
• Ability to speak Albanian, Arabic, Nepali, Portuguese, Spanish, Vietnamese, or an African language.
• Demonstrated experience with second‑language acquisition.

185 days.

The Worcester Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, sex, gender, age, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or homelessness. The Worcester Public Schools provides equal access to employment and the full range of general, occupational, and vocational education programs.