English as a Second Language Endorsement Instructor [LIC3074]

Ogden City School District • Ogden, UT

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About The Position

Ogden School District is seeking Instructors for its competency-based English as a Second Language (ESL) Endorsement program for adult teachers during the 2026-2027 school year. This program consists of five courses, each approximately 11 weeks long, following a district and state-approved model. The goal is to equip licensed teachers in Ogden School District with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively serve English Language Learners (ELs) and their families. Instructors will be compensated $3,600 per course through Payment for Extra Services upon successful completion of the Instructor MOU terms. Some courses may offer multiple sessions.

Requirements

• Utah Teaching License with an ESL Endorsement
• Master’s degree in an education-related field
• Successful experience working with EL students
• Successful experience providing instruction to adults, ESL-related topics preferred
• Familiarity with both online and face-to-face instructional delivery methods
• Ability to maintain a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to adult learning models
• Strong commitment to endorsement participants’ success
• Successful experience in gathering and utilizing formative data
• Proactive communication
• Ability to work collaboratively with adults
• Adherence to professional ethics as outlined by the Utah Professional Practices Advisory Commission

Responsibilities

• Guide endorsement candidates to demonstrate competency in theories, principles, and practices for creating successful learning environments for English Learner (EL) students.
• Create an environment conducive to adult learning and personal growth.
• Meet course objectives and other guidelines for USBE 3 credit courses.
• Instruct using formative data and research-based practices to help endorsement candidates successfully provide effective instruction to OSD’s diverse language learners.
• Partner with the course mentor to help endorsement candidates implement and demonstrate course competencies successfully.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior