Esl Teacher Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, TESOL, Linguistics, or a related field.
• TESOL or TEFL certification (required).
• Pennsylvania Teaching Certification in ESL (required).
• Experience teaching English as a Second Language in a school setting.
• Strong organizational and classroom management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to differentiate instruction for students with varying language proficiency levels.
• Collaborative mindset and passion for helping multilingual learners succeed.
• Commitment to creating a positive, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment.
• Ability to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including standing, walking, sitting for extended periods, and using a computer and instructional technology.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, small-group ESL instruction to students in Kindergarten through 8th grade.
• Teach foundational English language skills, including speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
• Reinforce grade-level academic content while supporting English language development.
• Develop reading comprehension and written language skills, particularly for students in grades 5–8.
• Create differentiated lesson plans that address students’ individual language and academic needs.
• Assess student progress and adjust instruction using data-driven practices.
• Foster an inclusive, supportive, engaging learning environment where students feel confident taking academic risks.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and school staff to support student achievement.
• Communicate student progress and instructional goals with parents and guardians as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate instructional and student-progress records and documentation.