About the position
Danbury Public Schools is a diverse and growing district in western Connecticut, serving over 12,500 students across a wide range of schools and programs. We are dedicated to fostering equity, excellence, and post-secondary readiness for every student. Our mission, in partnership with families and the community, is to provide transformational learning experiences that prepare thoughtful and capable graduates ready to shape the world. We are looking for passionate educators who share this commitment to student success. Westside Middle School is seeking a committed and passionate TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) Teacher to support the academic and linguistic development of Multilingual Learners (MLs). The successful candidate will deliver targeted English language development (ELD) instruction and bilingual academic support while fostering a culturally responsive and inclusive classroom environment. This role requires collaboration with colleagues, engagement with families, and a commitment to the academic success and well-being of all students.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct English language development (ELD) instruction to Multilingual Learners across grade levels.
- Deliver bilingual academic support in collaboration with content area teachers.
- Differentiate instruction based on students' English language proficiency levels and academic needs.
- Use data to monitor student progress in both English language acquisition and academic achievement.
- Maintain accurate documentation for student performance and program compliance.
- Communicate effectively with families, providing outreach in Spanish when appropriate.
- Cultivate a welcoming, inclusive, and linguistically rich learning environment.
- Participate in school-based teams and collaborate with educators to support student success.
- Engage in ongoing professional learning focused on English language development, bilingual education, and culturally responsive practices.
- Assist students in navigating cultural adjustments and academic expectations in a new school setting.
- Utilize formative and summative assessments to guide instruction and measure language growth.
Requirements
- In-depth understanding of second language acquisition, ELD standards, and bilingual education strategies.
- Proven ability to establish strong relationships with multilingual learners and their families.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills with colleagues, students, and administrators.
- Commitment to equity, culturally responsive pedagogy, and inclusive instructional practices.
- Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
- Familiarity with English Language Proficiency assessments (e.g., LAS Links, WIDA) preferred.
Nice-to-haves
- Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English strongly preferred.
- Experience working in diverse, multicultural, and multilingual educational settings desirable.
Benefits
- Salary is determined according to the Collective Bargaining Agreement between NEA Danbury and the Danbury Board of Education.
