ESL Teacher - Full-Time, Interim

The job description for an ESL teacher may include the following performance responsibilities:

Plan, organize, and provide instruction in English that meet state and federal standards
Provide instruction that is consistent and coordinated with the district's/school's instructional program so as to ensure that students meet and exceed learning targets
Develop and deliver lesson plans that utilize a broad range of appropriate teaching techniques and strategies
Address all aspects of communication through appropriate instruction that develops each student's ability to read, write, speak, and listen in the appropriate content area
Administer academic and language assessments for the purpose of evaluating student progress for meeting academic learning targets and progress in language acquisition
Maintain complete and accurate records of student progress and evidnece of growth and progress
Provide a nurturing and supportive learning environment that encourages student responsibility and incorporates challenging instructional strategies
Adapt curriculum to provide individual, small group, and/or remedial instruction as to meet the needs of individual students and subgroups of students
Establish and maintain standards of student behavior required to run an orderly and productive classroom environment
Employ a variety of instructional techniques and strategies to meet different aptitudes and interests of students
Manage allotted learning time to maximize student achievement
Oversee assigned out-of-classroom activities during the school day, as needed

Minimum Requirements

In addition to meeting the state's/school's education and experience requirements, ESL teacher candidates must ensure they meet additional qualifications, which often include possessing:

Outstanding personal and interpersonal communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
The ability to keep concise records
A sensitivity to the development stages and well-being of ELLs
The ability to incorporate current technology into the classroom environment
The ability to facilitate group discussion, analyze situations, and draw conclusions
The ability to work with a diversity of individuals and groups
Excellent problem solving skills to analyze issues and create action plans
The ability to adapt to changing work priorities and maintain flexible working hours
The ability to establish and maintain constructive relationships

Qualifications
Must have ESL Endorsement