ESOL Teacher

Job Details

Job : 5741130

Final date to receive applications: Aug 27, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: May 27, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

The ESOL Teacher’s primary responsibility is to teach, screen, test, monitor, record, and report the progress of English learners (ELs). ESOL teachers instruct English learners at various levels (elementary, middle, or high school) using research-based strategies of language acquisition to maximize opportunities for academic improvement and success. This position reports to the Principal.

• Provide English language assistance services using district approved delivery models for English learners (ELs) at all levels of English language development.
• Instruct English learners using research-based teaching methods and frameworks (e.g. SIOP) and a variety of supplemental resources.
• Assign lessons and correct homework; administer assessments; monitor/evaluate achievement progress; and record/share results with faculty, school officials, and parents.
• Prepare course outlines and objectives aligned to WIDA Standards and academic language of Common Core/Georgia Performance Standards according to state and district requirements.
• Monitor, prepare, and maintain EL documents related to services, accommodations, and student progress as required by federal, state, and district mandates.
• Maintain classroom discipline and behavior outside the classroom as assigned.
• Collaborate with general education teachers and provide instructional resources to enhance teaching and learning.
• Work with support staff to provide the best instructional program for English learners.
• Conduct parent/teacher conferences (including LACs, ELL/TPC, etc.) to review EL instructional accommodations, progress, performance, and behavior.
• Conduct EL related professional learning for school staff; facilitate and/or participate in school events to promote EL parent engagement.
• Participate in faculty/professional meetings, conferences, and teacher training workshops.
• All other duties, as assigned and required, in order to perform the above services.

• Bachelor's degree or higher required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of teaching experience preferred.
• Must hold or be eligible for a Georgia Educator’s Certificate issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) with ESOL P-12 Certification or ESOL Endorsement.
• Alternative option: enrollment in a GaPSC approved ESOL Endorsement Program or passing P-12 ESOL scores required at the time of employment.
• Elementary teachers must also hold ECE P-5 certification or possess a graduate degree in TESOL.
• Additional certification fields preferred for Secondary include Reading Endorsement, Language Arts 4-8, and English 6-12.
• Varied; supervisor is available to review established broad objectives; independent judgment is required.
• Requires regular, frequent communication with internal school administrative personnel and various constituencies such as parents and community.
• Excellent classroom management and organizational skills required; may be designated as a lead teacher.
• Applies, recommends, and implements technology to improve the effectiveness of school operations.

FULL TIME

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

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