ESL Science Teacher

Denton Independent School District•Little Elm, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide instructional support and intervention services for English Learners while partnering with campus educators to strengthen ESL instructional practices. Serve as a resource to teachers through coaching, modeling, and professional learning to support effective implementation of linguistic accommodations aligned with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS). Contribute to improved student achievement and language development through targeted instruction, data-informed interventions, and collaboration with the bilingual/ESL department.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Valid Texas teaching certificate with ESL certification or endorsement
Experience providing linguistic accommodations and a deep understanding of English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS) second language acquisition methodologies, curriculum, instructional strategies
Comprehensive knowledge of curriculum content and effective teaching strategies, with content knowledge across multiple instructional levels
Expertise in implementing Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS)
Ability to instruct ESL students to academic mastery
Ability to apply and implement brain-based, differentiated, and individualized learning methods
Knowledge of instructional review and assessment practices
Effective coaching, problem-solving, and conferencing skills
Advanced organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Proficiency in the use of instructional technology and computer-based tools to support teaching and learning
Ability to work independently as a self-starter with strong time-management skills
Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional growth, and serving as an effective professional model

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree
One (1) year of clinical teaching experience or one (1) year of full-time classroom teaching experience
Three (3) years of ESL teaching experience

Responsibilities

Provide ESL services and interventions for struggling English Learners (Spanish interventions for bilingual students and English interventions for ESL students)
Evaluate and monitor English Learners to place students in appropriate intervention and support services
Participate in regular assessment of student Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) objective mastery and provide follow-up intervention
Assess students using oral language proficiency assessments.
Maintain required student records, reports, and documentation, including LPAC and TELPAS processes.
Mentor, observe, and coach classroom teachers to improve ESL instructional practices.
Demonstrate and model exemplary, research-based lessons that reflect differentiated instruction, dual language components, and linguistic accommodations
Develop and implement lesson plans collaboratively with teachers that align with the district’s curriculum Scope and Sequence, TEKS, and English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS).
Design and deliver professional development aligned to campus and student needs.
Work collaboratively with teachers and the bilingual/ESL department to support program goals and instructional consistency.
Assist the bilingual/ESL department in the research, development, and writing of the ESL curriculum for secondary grades.
Participate in bilingual/ESL department meetings and ongoing professional development to maintain current expertise and effective instructional practices.
Adhere to all district policies, procedures, and expectations as outlined in the employee handbook and administrative regulations
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures
Participate in professional development, faculty/department meetings, and special events as assigned
Perform additional duties assigned to support the mission and goals of the district and campus
Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s)