26-27 SY ESOL Teacher

Bridgeprep Academy, Inc.•Riverview, FL

4h•Onsite

About The Position

SMART Management is a mission-driven education management organization supporting high-quality Pre-K–12 charter schools across Florida. They partner closely with school leaders and governing boards to build strong academic, operational, and cultural systems. BridgePrep Academy, the largest network supported by SMART Management, serves students across 21 schools and is united by a bold mission: to provide a rigorous, student-centered academic experience enriched by an extended Spanish language program. At BridgePrep, educators are part of a collaborative, growth-oriented community where high expectations, strong support, and a deep belief in every child’s potential guide their work each day. The ESOL Teacher provides targeted language instruction and academic support to multilingual learners (MLLs) to ensure they can access grade-level curriculum and develop English language proficiency. Reporting to the principal or campus administrator, the ESOL Teacher supports English Language Learners (ELLs) through differentiated instruction, language development strategies, and instructional accommodations aligned with students’ English proficiency levels. The ESOL Teacher collaborates with general education teachers to ensure effective instructional scaffolds are implemented in the classroom while supporting student progress toward English language proficiency as measured by WIDA/ACCESS and other assessment tools. This role requires a culturally responsive educator who understands language acquisition, differentiated instruction, and strategies to support multilingual learners academically and socially.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution
Valid or eligible Florida teaching certification
ESOL Certification
Alignment with SMART Management/BridgePrep Academy’s mission and values
Arrange three reference checks, one of which must be with a former manager
Successful completion of a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, in accordance with House Bill 531 (2025)

Responsibilities

Provide targeted language instruction through small group and individualized support
Differentiate instruction based on students’ English proficiency levels
Use formative and summative assessment data to monitor student learning and language progress
Collaborate with general education teachers to support effective ESOL accommodations and instructional strategies
Implement required ESOL accommodations and language supports
Maintain accurate documentation related to student language services
Support monitoring of student language progress using WIDA/ACCESS data and other assessments
Establish and maintain consistent classroom routines
Implement schoolwide behavior systems with fidelity
Ensure a safe, inclusive, and respectful classroom environment
Support multilingual learners through academic and language development interventions
Maintain communication with families regarding student progress and language development
Support parent conferences and meetings when appropriate
Collaborate with school staff to ensure students receive appropriate language support services
Attend and actively participate in meetings, PD, coaching sessions, and ESOL trainings
Submit lesson plans, data reports, and compliance documentation on time
Uphold all school policies, procedures, and professional expectations
Use beginning- and end-of-year extended weeks to strengthen ESOL systems