ESL Instructor (Bilingual Role)

Township High School District 113•Highland Park, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is for an ESL Instructor (Bilingual Role) responsible for planning and delivering high-quality instruction in listening, speaking, reading, writing, and workforce readiness. The instructor will teach English Language Acquisition, English Literacy/Civics Education (IELCE), workforce preparation skills, and career readiness competencies. A key aspect of this role is creating a positive, inclusive, and culturally responsive learning environment. The position also involves student support, retention, assessment, data management, collaboration with staff, and program support. The schedule is Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM, from August 25 to December 17, 2026, at Highland Park High School. The hourly rate is $45.11, with additional paid preparation time and professional development hours.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required.
Experience teaching adult English language learners and/or adult basic education students.
Training or coursework in second language acquisition and instructional methodology.
Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency required (for designated bilingual positions).
Demonstrated proficiency in written and spoken English.
Proficiency in instructional technology and digital literacy.
Ability to establish positive relationships with adult learners from diverse cultural and educational backgrounds.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver high-quality instruction in listening, speaking, reading, writing, and workforce readiness aligned with the Illinois Adult Education Content Standards and District 113 Adult Education curriculum.
Prepare course syllabi, lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessments that meet program requirements.
Incorporate evidence-based instructional practices and differentiated teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of adult learners.
Integrate technology, digital literacy, and appropriate AI-supported instructional tools into classroom instruction to enhance student learning.
Teach English Language Acquisition, English Literacy/Civics Education (IELCE), workforce preparation skills, and career readiness competencies, as appropriate.
Create a positive, inclusive, and culturally responsive learning environment that promotes student engagement and persistence.
Monitor student progress and provide instructional support to help students achieve educational and career goals.
Encourage regular attendance and actively support student retention through communication and follow-up.
Assist students with educational planning, referrals, and guidance as appropriate.
Collaborate with program staff to identify and address barriers to student success.
Support student assessment, including pre-testing, post-testing, goal setting, and measurable skill gain activities.
Maintain accurate and timely student records, including attendance, assessments, educational functioning levels, NRS outcomes, student goals, and achievement data.
Record attendance in TopsPro and the Adult Ed class roster (if requested) according to program timelines and state requirements.
Complete and submit all required reports, surveys, documentation, and work samples by established deadlines.
Collaborate with instructors and program staff to ensure consistent, high-quality instruction across the Adult Education program.
Participate in curriculum development, instructional planning, team teaching, and shared instructional initiatives as appropriate.
Prepare substitute lesson plans and instructional materials when absences are anticipated.
Attend required staff meetings, professional development activities, and program events.
Complete all required professional development hours in accordance with ICCB and District requirements.
Assist with student recruitment, orientation, outreach, and public relations efforts.
Support program initiatives designed to increase enrollment, student persistence, transition, and measurable outcomes.
Contribute to continuous program improvement by participating in planning, evaluation, and implementation of new instructional initiatives.
Maintain confidentiality of all student records and personally identifiable information in accordance with FERPA and Adult Education policies.
Demonstrate professionalism through reliability, punctuality, ethical conduct, and effective communication.
Report to work regularly and provide timely notice of absences.
Adhere to all Board of Education policies, District procedures, and Adult Education program expectations.
Exercise reasonable care to ensure the safety of students, facilities, equipment, and instructional materials.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Adult Education Program Director.