What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grade 6-8 Summer Program English Language Development Teacher - INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY position at Samoset School?
6-8 Summer English Language Development (ELD) - Anticipated One Teacher Position Opening
2026 - INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY
JOB POSTING
Title: 6-8 Summer English Language Development (ELD) Teacher - Focused Instruction for Newcomer and Immigrant Students
Location: Samoset Middle School
Position Type: Part-Time
Salary: $50/hr (Student-facing instruction); $40/hr (Planning)
Description
Leominster Public Schools is seeking one anticipated teaching position for the 2026 Summer ELD Program. This program provides focused instruction specifically designed for newcomer and immigrant students in grades 6-8. Teachers will provide intensive language support to facilitate academic transitions and English language acquisition.
Schedule & Compensation
- Program Dates: June 29th – July 30th.
- Weekly Hours: 18 hours per week (Monday – Thursday, 7:40 am – 12:10 pm).
- Planning Day: June 25th (4 hours of planning with content specialists at $40/hr).
- Instructional Rate: $50/hr.
- Attendance: Attendance for the full five weeks (20 days) is strongly encouraged.
Responsibilities
- Lesson Design: Plan and execute daily ELD lessons specifically aligned with the needs of newcomer and immigrant students.
- Assessment: Develop and administer language-based pre- and post-assessments to measure linguistic progress.
- Instruction: Deliver 20 days of targeted instruction, ensuring high engagement and language mastery.
- Literacy Support: Facilitate the first 30 minutes of each day dedicated to summer reading initiatives.
- Individualized Support: Monitor student progress and provide differentiated support for various English proficiency levels.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of attendance, participation, and language growth.
- Communication: Communicate with students and families regarding program expectations and progress.
- Collaboration: Work with colleagues and content specialists to support the success of immigrant and newcomer youth.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Internal Status: This position is open to INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY.
- Licensure: Secondary Licensed ESL .
- Experience: Experience working with ELD instruction and newcomer populations preferred.
- Work Eligibility: Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.
Application Details
- Report To: Cheri McKenzie, Director of Multilingual Learner Education
- Contact: 978-534-7700 X1325 | cheri.mckenzie@leominsterps.org.
Hiring staff will all depend on the enrollment of students