English Learner​/EL Teacher Long Term Substitute

English Learner / EL Teacher Long Term Substitute (August 26-April 30) Job Details

Location: Woodland Elementary School, Milford, Massachusetts

Job : 5817306

Final date to receive applications: Jul 15, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Jul 06, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 26, 2026

Position: English Learner (EL) Teacher – Long-Term Substitute (LTS)

Schedule: Aug 26, 2026 – Apr 30, 2027

Salary: TBD

To Start: Aug 26, 2026

• Massachusetts certification as a teacher in ESL (PreK‑6), preferred
• MA Department of Education Teacher License – Elementary Education or English as a Second Language, preferred
• Master’s degree in English as a Second Language (ESL) or Applied Linguistics, preferred
• ACCESS for ELLs 2.0 Test Administrator:
  Online and Kindergarten, preferred
• Working Knowledge of Massachusetts’ Curriculum Frameworks
• Ability to differentiate instruction across all WIDA English proficiency levels
• Knowledge of and experience with DESE ESL MCUs and Collaboration Tool
• Knowledge of second language learning and sheltering content, and familiarity with WIDA, Massachusetts standards‑based curriculum, standard and alternative methods of assessment.
• Experience with a variety of ELD instruction: newcomers, EL‑SWD, and ESL/SEI core‑content co‑teaching.
• Proficiency in another language, preferably Spanish or Portuguese, preferred

• Teach explicit English Language Development (ELD) to small groups of ELs in push‑in and/or co‑teaching Sheltered English Immersion classroom settings
• Administer annual ACCESS for ELLs 2.0 and progress monitoring assessments aligned to WIDA Key Uses.
• Develop and implement ESL content‑integrated curriculum and update the existing ELD curriculum maps
• Develop, implement, and consistently monitor goals and objectives for students in accordance with the English learner frameworks and keep parents informed about student progress in language acquisition
• Provide a positive structured learning environment, addressing grade and English proficiency appropriate ELD WIDA standards.
• Communicate regularly with parents of students in order to assist in the development of language acquisition and academic advancement in the home.

Full-time

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Mission Statement:
At Woodland, we provide an atmosphere where all children are encouraged to learn in a safe, caring environment. Each child will have the opportunity to become an independent, self‑directed learner and a positive contributor to a diverse, global society. We are committed to promoting social responsibility and respect for all people.

Milford Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.