<p>Job Title: ESL Teacher</p> <p>Reports to: Principal</p> <p>Location: Leahy Elementary School</p> <p>Job Type: Full-Time, School Year, Union Position</p> <p>Welcome to Lawrence Public Schools</p> <p>Lawrence Public Schools is committed to ensuring that ALL students successfully master the content and skills necessary to graduate from high school, college, and/or career ready. We achieve this by providing a standards-based, rigorous instructional program focused on academic achievement and the development of 21st-century skills, accompanied by a comprehensive system of support. These efforts are monitored and assessed regularly to ensure accountability to all stakeholders.</p> <p>Position Summary:</p> <p>Leahy Elementary School is seeking an ESL teacher responsible for supporting English Language Learners (ELLs) in core subjects, with the possibility of providing pull-out services as necessary. The ESL teacher holds primary responsibility for designing and implementing direct ESL instruction to help students access grade-level curriculum, and for collaborating with teachers to provide English language support in other content areas.</p> <p>The ideal candidate believes that all students are capable of learning and thrives in a collaborative environment with a strong grade-level team. Experience with co-teaching, inclusion practices, and collaborative planning is recommended.</p> <p>Essential Duties & Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Administer diagnostic and state-mandated assessments for English Language Learners </li><li>Evaluate, set goals, and track progress for individual ELLs; communicate results with students, faculty, and families </li><li>Maintain ELL records in accordance with DESE standards </li><li>Provide direct ESL instruction to small groups and/or inclusion support within general education classes </li><li>Support ELL students in accessing grade-level curriculum and building ELA skills </li><li>Incorporate technology-enhanced learning tools to support English language acquisition </li><li>Advise teachers on curriculum modifications/accommodations for ELLs and share best practices for sheltered content instruction </li><li>Participate in Panther P.R.I.D.E. school-wide positive behavior protocols </li><li>Engage in grade-level and content vertical planning meetings </li><li>Attend student support and team meetings </li><li>Participate in curriculum nights, report card nights, and other building-wide meetings </li></ul> <p>Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:</p> <ul> <li>Knowledge of second language acquisition and best practices in ESL instruction </li><li>Strong classroom management and student engagement strategies </li><li>Ability to modify curriculum and provide language scaffolds </li><li>Effective collaboration and co-teaching experience </li><li>Strong communication skills with students, families, and colleagues </li><li>Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practices </li><li>Data-driven instruction and progress monitoring </li><li>Use of technology in language instruction </li><li>Understanding of Massachusetts DESE ELL guidelines and compliance </li></ul> <p>Qualifications & Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred </li><li>Valid Massachusetts teaching license in ESL (PreK-6) </li><li>SEI Endorsement </li><li>Prior experience working with English Language Learners in an urban setting preferred </li><li>Experience with inclusive practices and co-teaching models </li><li>Bilingual skills preferred but not required </li></ul> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer</p> <p>Lawrence Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for employees and applicants. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.</p> <p>Pay Range</p> <ul> <li>$59,988 - $93,358 </li></ul> <p>Non-Discrimination Statement</p> <p>Lawrence Public Schools is dedicated to maintaining a workplace and learning environment free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination or participate in investigations.</p> <p>All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of the required background check and availability of funding.</p> <p>Position : 310331023</p> <p>Location : LEAHY SCHOOL</p> <p>Posting End : 01/21/2026</p> <p>Salary: $56,415.00-$84,063.00</p>