Full-Time ESL Teacher

Position available at Hudson & Essex County

As an English as a Second Language Teacher, you will have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of students from various cultural backgrounds. Join our team of dedicated educators who are passionate about providing quality education to non-native English speakers. Apply now!

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for identifying students who may be eligible for ESL services through teacher referral, parent referral, administrator referral, Home Language Survey review, Student Registration form review, and a review of students’ individual records.
• Administers the screening assessment (WIDA) to identify students who may be eligible for services.
• Recommends entry and exit of students from the ESL program based on WIDA assessment performance.
• Responsible for notifying parents of a student’s entrance and exit from the ESL program within the state-mandated time period.
• Annually administers the state-mandated WIDA for ELLs assessment to all ESL students.
• Tracks the performance of former ESL students for a minimum of two years using appropriate forms to ensure continued student success.
• Is familiar with all state regulations as they pertain to ESL, as stated in the New Jersey Administrative Code.
• Identifies a continuum of long and short-term objectives.
• Plans, prepares, and delivers lessons for students based on available research of “best practices” in the field of ESL.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of ESL teaching methodologies and techniques.
• Ability to effectively manage a classroom and create a positive learning environment.
• Proficiency in using learning technology and educational software.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Bilingual proficiency is a plus.

Qualifications:

• Valid New Jersey Standard Certification as English as a Second Language
• Previous experience working with students
• Excellent communication skills
• Must pass CHRU background check
• Must have recent Tuberculosis screening