Download:
Job Summary:
The English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher will design and teach lessons to develop students understanding of written and spoken English language.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Assesses students existing comprehension of and fluency with written and spoken English language.
- Designs dynamic lessons to assist students in learning and gaining confidence with English vocabulary, syntax, and pronunciation.
- Provides instruction in small groups when necessary and practical.
- Regularly evaluates student progress.
- Develops and maintains records regarding assessments and lessons and demonstrates each ESL students growth.
- As appropriate, communicates with parents, school counselors, and other educators regarding each students status on a regular basis.
- As appropriate, coordinates and collaborates with other educators involved in the students education so that lessons in the ESL classroom complement the vocabulary, themes, and lessons in other course work.
- Documents lesson plans and completes all required paperwork.
- Maintains and develops teaching strategies and professional competence through active participation in in-service trainings and seminars.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Ability to use a flexible and adaptive teaching style.
- Thorough understanding and implementation of best practices related to classroom instruction.
- Ability to effectively teach students whose verbal or written communication skills are limited.
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Thorough understanding of language development and strategies for teaching language.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelors degree in English, English as a Second Language, Education, or related field required; Masters degree highly preferred.
- State teaching certification with ESL/ELL endorsement required.
- Bilingual ability; English required and Spanish desired.
- Experience as an ESL teacher preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
An organization run by AI is not a futuristic concept. Such technology is already a part of many workplaces and will continue to shape the labor market and HR. Here's how employers and employees can successfully manage generative AI and other AI-powered systems.