English Learners; EL Teacher

Position: English Learners (EL) Teacher
Position Type:
High School Teaching/ESL

Location:
Wethersfield High School
ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY
Wethersfield Public Schools
Wethersfield, CT

Wethersfield High School
English Learners (EL) Teacher

Date Posted:
May 26, 2026

The Wethersfield Public Schools partner with the community and families in fostering our students' ongoing education in a safe and engaging learning environment. Our schools are demographically diverse and are characterized by respectful behavior, trusting relationships, caring educators/administrators/staff and continuous learning.

Wethersfield High School has an anticipated opening for the  school year. Successful candidates will be responsible for the creation and implementation of engaging lessons aligned with the Wethersfield High School English Curriculum. We are looking for a motivated and dedicated professional with superior collaboration skills to fill this opening.

Position: English Learners (EL) Teacher

School: Wethersfield High School

Reports To: Principal;
Assistant Principal;
Director of Teaching, Learning & Curriculum

Start Date: August 2026

Compensation: $57,847 - $114,618 (full-time annual)

Application Date: Posting will remain open until filled

Summary of Position:

We are seeking a passionate and innovative English Learners (EL) Teacher, who is a CT TESOL-certified (#111) expert dedicated to fostering academic and linguistic excellence. The ideal candidate will create a highly engaging learning environment that aligns with our Vision of the Graduate skills, Communicator, Problem-Solver, and Collaborator, equipping students for success in an ever-evolving world. This role serves as a vital bridge between language theory and classroom practice, stewarding the instruction, materials, and implementation of the EL program.

The candidate will also serve as an instructional coach modeling Tier I linguistic strategies for content teachers to ensure every classroom is an inclusive environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan and create lesson plans aligned with the district's curriculum and the state's core educational standards, and deliver instructional activities consistent with the targeted learning;
• Implementation of the district EL curriculum tailored to grade and proficiency levels, and provision of Tier 1 and Tier 2 EL instruction;
• Create, organize and utilize learning activities (discussions, projects and assessments) designed to enhance classroom teaching, support optimal learning, and develop new skills;
• Encourage student learning through peer collaboration and productive discussion;
• Selection and sharing of necessary modifications and accommodations for students;
• Guide students, individually and in groups, in preparing for different types of assessments;
• Collaborate with colleagues in the development and utilization of unit lessons and learning assessments;
• Coaching and modeling for classroom teachers on content-based Tier I instructional strategies;
• Integrate technology and interactive resources to support student engagement and learning;
• Evaluate student progress and achievement through formal and informal testing, and use the data to drive instruction and intervention;
• Collection and analysis of performance data from curriculum-based and state assessments;
• Assessment of ELs through benchmark and state proficiency testing (LAS Links) and reporting of performance results to students, teachers, parents, and administration;
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning;
• Provide on-going feedback to students through the use of formative assessments;
• Identification and screening of EL-eligible students based on state and district guidelines;
• Communication to parents regarding EL status, including initial, continuing, and exiting phases;
• Participation in student consults, PPTs, and retention meetings;
• Completion of other responsibilities as assigned by the building principal.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in TESOL preferred but not required;
• Position requires a valid Connecticut Teaching Certificate: #111 TESOL (Grades PreK-12);
• Ability to articulate specific knowledge of current theory, best practices, and student advocacy;
• Strong collaborative and interpersonal skills to lead…