Teacher – ESL

Job Description

Job Ttitle: Teacher – ESL

Company: North Andover Public Schools


Description: Job Description:Position: ESL (English as a Second Language) Teacher – Grades 1–5
Location: Thomson Elementary
Employment Type: Full-Time (1.0 FTE)
Start Date: August 26, 2025Thomson is a vibrant and inclusive learning community committed to academic excellence and the social-emotional growth of all students. We celebrate diversity and are proud to serve a multicultural student population. Our staff is collaborative, innovative, and dedicated to providing equitable opportunities for every learner.Position Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate ESL teacher to support English Learners (ELs) in grades 1 through 5. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in language development and culturally responsive practices to help students thrive academically, socially, and linguistically.Responsibilities

• Provide direct ESL instruction to students in small group and/or inclusion settings across grades 1–5

• Develop and implement engaging, differentiated lessons aligned with WIDA standards and students’ language development levels

• Collaborate with classroom teachers to support integrated instruction and co-teaching models

• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records of language development/services

• Conduct language proficiency assessments (e.g., ACCESS) and participate in the identification and reclassification process

• Communicate regularly with families, including those from diverse linguistic backgrounds, to support student learning and engagement

• Serve as an advocate for English Learners within the school community

• Participate in professional development and school-based initiatives related to language equity and inclusive instruction

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field (Master’s preferred)

• Valid teaching license with ESL/ELL endorsement (required)

• Experience working with elementary-aged English Learners

• Knowledge of second language acquisition theory, WIDA standards, and culturally responsive teaching practices

• Strong collaboration and communication skills

• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and continuous professional growth

Salary: $62411 – 100851 per year

Location: North Andover, MA

Date: Fri, 06 Jun 2025 06:43:09 GMT


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