Teacher - English as a Second Language 9-12

Holyoke Public Schools•Holyoke, MA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Holyoke Public Schools is seeking an English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher for grades 9-12. This role involves meeting and instructing assigned classes, planning a program of study that addresses individual student needs, and creating a positive learning environment. The teacher will guide the learning process towards curriculum goals, assess student accomplishments, and maintain accurate records. Additionally, the position requires collaboration with teacher aides and volunteers, continuous professional development, and participation in staff meetings and committees. The district is committed to recruiting educators who believe in the potential of all students and strive to make school a joyful place of discovery, support, and belonging. Holyoke Public Schools serves a diverse student population and is dedicated to accelerating student learning through innovative teaching practices and a focus on student well-being.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
Commitment to ensuring academic success for all students
Ability to read, interpret, and apply student performance data to instructional planning and execution
Strong written and verbal communication skills; excellent teamwork skills
Required license(s): English as a Second Language, 5-12 (required) with SEI Endorsement

Nice To Haves

Experience working in an urban setting preferred
Experience working with diverse student populations preferred
Bilingual applicants (Spanish) strongly encouraged to apply
second licensure in Moderate Disabilities preferred

Responsibilities

Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
Plan a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students and employs a variety of instructional techniques and media.
Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and – in harmony with the goals – establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to students.
Strive to implement by instruction and action the district’s philosophy of education, instructional goals, and objectives.
Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
Make provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested.
Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and, cooperatively with department heads, evaluates their job performance.
Strive to maintain and improve professional competence.
Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committee as required.
Other duties as assigned.