ESOL/ELL Teacher

Learn4Life Charleston•North Charleston, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

LEARN4LIFE CHARLESTON is seeking a Full Time ESOL/ELL Teacher for the 2026-2027 School Year. This position offers competitive compensation starting from $58,000 per year, with a work schedule of Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM, over 194 school days. The role involves working one-on-one with students to help them achieve academic success and graduate high school, regardless of obstacles. Learn4Life High School utilizes a personalized learning model where staff is unified to ensure the best outcomes for all students. Teachers have a smaller caseload (typically 40 students), receive significant support from counselors and tutors, and have access to resources through Lifelong Learning. The school provides ongoing professional development, subsidized continuing education, career advancement opportunities, and strong support from area supervisors. Benefits include holidays, vacation, and seasonal breaks.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of State Teaching Standards
Knowledge of educational trends, research, and technology to support learning
Knowledge of research-based instructional strategies necessary for effective instruction of all student populations, including students at-risk of academic failure
Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse student learning needs
Ability to work effectively with students, parents, staff members, and community representatives in providing a rigorous educational program
Ability to work effectively with all racial, ethnic, linguistic, disability, and socioeconomic groups
Ability to communicate effectively including giving clear and concise instructions, using academic language, and appropriate level of delivery, and listening without bias and providing appropriate feedback/reinforcement
Ability to compose and comprehend written communication
Ability to make independent judgments
Ability to meet deadlines and maintain accurate records
Commitment to the education of all students
Planning and organizational skills
Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university
Valid South Carolina Teaching Certificate or enrollment in a State approved educator preparation program and student teaching
Skilled in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Nice To Haves

ESOL/ELL specialization

Responsibilities

Develop, review, and regularly update personalized academic plans based on students' transcripts, assessment data, career pathway planning (CTE), post-secondary goals, and progress towards those goals.
Create and maintain an effective learning environment by modeling positive and respectful behavior, upholding high academic expectations, and maintaining positive and professional relationships with colleagues, students, and parents.
Meet with students to provide one-on-one instruction and support.
Conduct effective student appointments, including preparing and delivering instruction, engaging students in goal setting, monitoring progress, and preparing for completion of graduation requirements.
Assign appropriate courses of study.
Refer students to core subject area teachers when necessary.
Establish and communicate learning objectives and content standards to be assessed.
Plan, prepare for, and deliver instructional activities to facilitate learning experiences.
Provide a variety of learning materials and resources to support independent learning.
Identify and implement instructional strategies and resources to meet students' varying needs.
Engage students in academic conversations that elicit critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication.
Connect instruction to real-world experiences and students' post-secondary goals.
Regularly check for understanding and provide clarifying and/or enrichment information.
Carefully observe, review, and evaluate student homework and tests to assess and monitor progress.
Grade course homework, projects, and tests.
Provide students with meaningful feedback to enhance learning and improve achievement.
Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students.
Instruct and monitor student progress in the use of online learning materials and technology.
Provide appropriate accommodations, modifications, and interventions for English Learners, students with 504 Plans, and Special Education students.
Model and guide students to develop strategies that foster independent learning skills such as goal-setting, time management, and accessing/utilizing resources.
Use relevant technology to support instruction.
Administer diagnostic assessments according to guidelines set forth by the Organization and site.
Regularly communicate necessary information to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs.
Refer students to support structures such as tutors, intervention programs, labs, counselors, and other wrap-around services as appropriate.
Manage student behavior in the school by enforcing rules and disciplinary systems of the school.
Prepare for and facilitate positive parent conferences.
Keep updated with developments in subject area curriculum, teaching resources, and methods.
Maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and development.
Monitor credit completion rates of students.
Monitor student attendance.
Claim and report daily attendance.
Keep student work folders neat and organized.
Close out student folders in accordance with Organization/Charter procedures and guidelines.
Generate report cards in accordance with Organization/Charter procedures and guidelines.
Document and review student notes and parent/student contacts in Contact Manager.
Update all necessary records accurately and timely as required by law, Organizational policies, school regulations, and independent auditors.
Collaborate with colleagues to improve teaching practices through professional learning communities, student study teams, department meetings, and student retention meetings.
Participate in Professional Development opportunities as needed.
Follow established policies and procedures for reporting incidents (e.g., child abuse, substance abuse, harassment, and violence).
Attend all required meetings and graduation ceremonies.
Administrative duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or changed from time to time.