English Language Specialist; k-3

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• Position Type:
  
  Elementary School Teaching/ ESL
• Date Posted:9/16/2026
• Location:
  
  Southwest Licking Schools District Office
• Date Available:
  
  ASAP

At Southwest Licking Schools,we believe in the power of positive relationships, and we are committed to fostering a thriving environment for our staff, students, and the entire community. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our unwavering focus on academics, athletics, and the arts. If you are a passionate educator who values positive relationships and believes in the importance of academics, athletics, and the arts, we encourage you to apply for this position to become apart of our Southwest Licking Schools family.

We are seeking a qualified candidate for a position requiring expertise in English Language Learner (ELL) instruction. The successful candidate will possess ELL licensure, showcasing proficiency in facilitating language acquisition for diverse student populations. While multi/bilingualism is preferred, it is not required. Additionally, familiarity with Ohio's English Language Proficiency Assessment (OELPA) is desirable, although not mandatory. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to supporting the educational needs of English language learners and contribute to fostering an inclusive learning environment.

Job Objective: Plans, implements and assesses student learning experience

Location: Etna Elementary and Pataskala South Fork Elementary

Supervisor: Assigned Administrator/Supervisor

Salary: Based on the negotiated agreement

Minimum Qualifications:

• Holds/maintains required state department of education credential.
• Displays flexibility, reliability, self-discipline and a willingness to take on challenging tasks.
• Effective communication, problem-solving and time management skills.
• Embodies high ethical standards/integrity. Accepts responsibility for personal decisions/conduct.
• Maintains a record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) or similar training may be required for some assignments.

Essential Functions: 1.Maintains a thorough understanding of subject matter and pedagogy. Organizes subject content and learning goals that support high levels of student achievement.

• Prepares instructional materials. Teaches assigned students and subject matters as scheduled.
• Develops and implements lesson plans aligned with state standards and district curriculum goals.
• Evaluates student academic needs and learning styles.
• Differentiates instructional techniques to effectively advance student learning.
• Facilitates the integration of new technology in all areas of the curriculum.
• Uses formal and informal assessment strategies to monitor student progress.
• Collaboratively resolves problems that impede student learning. Helps develop and implement evidence-bases interventions that produce tangible benefits within defined time-frames.
• Facilitates/supports the least restrictive the least restrictive environment for the placement of students with disabilities.
• Serves as a resource for the development and implementation of 504, IDP and health care plans.
• Advocates for students. Observes student demeanor. Investigates/reports atypical behavior.
• Helps student make appropriate choices and grow academically. Promotes creativity, critical thinking, cultural awareness, democratic values, empathy, ethical conduct and self-reliance skills.
• Evaluates student achievement/performance. Prepares progress reports.
• Regularly communicates academic, behavioral and social-emotional related matters to parents.
• Proctors state and district testing activities. Upholds mandated security procedures.
• Ensures student list and teaching materials are readily available for substitutes.

2.Exemplifies professionalism. Fosters goodwill to enhance the district's public image.

• Acts in accordance with the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules, board policies and administrative guidelines/procedures.
• Contributes to an effective working environment. Performs all aspects of the job.
• Encourages community involvement in school-sponsored…