ESL Teacher

Hebrew Public•Philadelphia, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Hebrew Public is seeking a skilled and student-centered ESL Teacher to support multilingual learners in building the academic language, confidence, and skills they need to thrive across content areas. This teacher will provide targeted language instruction, collaborate with classroom teachers, monitor student progress, and help ensure multilingual learners have meaningful access to rigorous grade-level instruction. The ESL Teacher will also support required language proficiency processes, including conducting WIDA testing, maintaining accurate records, and tracking the progress of students who have exited ESL services. The ideal candidate brings strong language-development expertise, excellent collaboration skills, and a deep belief in the brilliance, voice, and potential of multilingual learners.

Requirements

Deep belief in the limitless potential of multilingual learners and commitment to helping them thrive as global citizens
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required
Valid Pennsylvania base teaching certification and a Pennsylvania ESL Program Specialist certification required, or active progress toward certification

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting multilingual learners in urban school communities preferred
Experience conducting WIDA ACCESS testing or similar language proficiency assessments preferred
Strong understanding of English language development, academic language, scaffolding, and culturally responsive instruction
Ability to use language proficiency data and student work to adjust instruction, monitor progress, and support growth

Responsibilities

Deliver targeted ESL instruction that supports students’ listening, speaking, reading, and writing development
Help multilingual learners access grade-level content through language scaffolds, vocabulary development, and academic discourse
Provide push-in, pull-out, small-group, or individualized support based on student needs and service models
Differentiate instruction for multilingual learners at varying proficiency levels
Support students in building confidence, independence, and ownership as multilingual communicators and learners
Conduct required WIDA ACCESS testing and related language proficiency assessments
Maintain accurate records related to language proficiency, services, progress monitoring, and compliance
Monitor multilingual learners’ progress toward English language proficiency goals
Track the progress of students who have exited ESL services to ensure continued academic success
Use student data to adjust services, recommend supports, and communicate progress with families and staff
Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan language supports, scaffolds, and instructional strategies
Partner with special education, intervention, multilingual learner, and leadership teams to support student success
Support teachers in understanding language proficiency data and its implications for instruction
Contribute to systems that ensure multilingual learners are supported across classrooms and content areas
Build strong, proactive relationships with multilingual learners and their families
Communicate with families about student progress, strengths, and language-development needs
Help create an inclusive school culture that values students’ home languages, cultures, identities, and experiences
Contribute to a positive school culture rooted in care, accountability, and shared responsibility
Model Hebrew Public’s OLAM values: outstanding problem solving, continuous learning, making a difference, and intentional communication
Participate in intellectual preparation, coaching cycles, classroom observations, and feedback conversations
Engage in ongoing professional development and actively seek feedback to improve practice
Align your work with school-wide priorities and strategic initiatives

Benefits

Medical: Employer covers 85% of premiums
Dental: Employer covers 85% of premiums
Vision: 100% covered by employer
Retirement: 5% employer match of your annual salary dollar for dollar. No vesting period.
Opportunities for performance bonuses and additional stipends
Mental health resources and employee assistance programs
Student loan counseling and discounts on wellness programs and gym memberships
Generous Paid Time Off: 30+ holidays; 10 PTO days for 10-month staff and 20 PTO days for 12-month staff
6 weeks paid parental leave for welcoming your new child
Coverage of fertility services and minimal out-of-pocket costs
Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts: Up to $10,000 in HRA funds
Employer-Paid and Voluntary Life Insurance: AD&D benefit of one times salary through UNUM, provided at no cost to you
Access to workshops, certifications, and ongoing professional development
University partnerships for certification
Opportunities for global travel experiences