What are the responsibilities and job description for the ELL/ESL Teacher position at Flexible Educators?
Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and certified ELL/ESL Teacher to support English Learners in developing language proficiency while accessing grade-level academic content. This role focuses on delivering high-quality English Language Development (ELD) instruction aligned with state and federal guidelines, while fostering an inclusive and culturally responsive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver targeted English Language Development (ELD) instruction aligned with WIDA ELD Standards and Missouri Learning Standards
- Assess students using state-approved screeners and the ACCESS for ELLs assessment
- Analyze student data to inform instruction and monitor progress in listening, speaking, reading, and writing
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to implement effective strategies and accommodations for English Learners
- Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with Title III and Missouri DESE requirements
- Communicate effectively with families and support culturally responsive practices
- Participate in ongoing professional development related to language acquisition and instructional strategies
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field
- Valid Missouri teaching certification
- ESL/ELL or TESOL endorsement (Missouri)
- Strong understanding of language acquisition, differentiated instruction, and culturally responsive teaching practices
Work Environment
- School-based setting
- Instruction delivered through small groups, individual support, and collaboration with general education teachers
Flexible Educators is a division of the Flexible Staffing family of companies focused on the recruitment and retention of qualified, professional substitute teachers, paraprofessionals and school support staff. Created for the purpose of serving schools throughout the Midwest that need a tailored approach to educational staffing needs, the Flexible Educators team combines more than 50 years of staffing experience with more than 30 years of educational industry knowledge to create a dynamic staff ready and able to help schools of all sizes.
Flexible Educators is proud to help school districts find quality substitute teachers and support staff to serve in the classroom and throughout the school. With Flexible Educators, you know you are getting capable, knowledgeable educational staff to serve throughout your school.
We know that from time to time, teachers have to be out of the classroom. We aim to fill those days with knowledge from credible, certified substitute teaching staff who can continue in the absence of the permanent teacher.
Flexible Educators is proud to help school districts find quality substitute teachers and support staff to serve in the classroom and throughout the school. With Flexible Educators, you know you are getting capable, knowledgeable educational staff to serve throughout your school.
We know that from time to time, teachers have to be out of the classroom. We aim to fill those days with knowledge from credible, certified substitute teaching staff who can continue in the absence of the permanent teacher.
Salary : $42,000 - $47,000