26-27 SY ESOL Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

ESOL Teacher Job Scorecard

Position: ESOL Teacher

Reports to: Principal or Campus Administrator

Compensation: $47,000 - $50,700 Base Salary; Up to $5,000 Supplemental Pay*

Organization Description

SMART Management is a mission-driven education management organization supporting high-quality Pre-K–12 charter schools across Florida. We partner closely with school leaders and governing boards to build strong academic, operational, and cultural systems that help schools — and educators — thrive long term.

BridgePrep Academy, the largest network supported by SMART Management, serves students across 21 schools and is united by a bold mission: to provide a rigorous, student-centered academic experience enriched by an extended Spanish language program. At BridgePrep, educators are part of a collaborative, growth-oriented community where high expectations, strong support, and a deep belief in every child’s potential guide our work each day.

Join a network where your work matters, your growth is prioritized, and every classroom is a place where students are known, challenged, and supported. Learn more at smartmgnt.com or bridgeprepacademy.com.

Job Description

The ESOL Teacher provides targeted language instruction and academic support to multilingual learners (MLLs) to ensure they can access grade-level curriculum and develop English language proficiency.

Reporting to the principal or campus administrator, the ESOL Teacher supports English Language Learners (ELLs) through differentiated instruction, language development strategies, and instructional accommodations aligned with students’ English proficiency levels.

The ESOL Teacher collaborates with general education teachers to ensure effective instructional scaffolds are implemented in the classroom while supporting student progress toward English language proficiency as measured by WIDA/ACCESS and other assessment tools.

This role requires a culturally responsive educator who understands language acquisition, differentiated instruction, and strategies to support multilingual learners academically and socially.

Key Activities

Instruction

• Provide targeted language instruction through small group and individualized support
• Differentiate instruction based on students’ Englishproficiencylevels
• Use formative and summative assessment data tomonitorstudent learning and language progress
• Collaborate with general education teachers to support effective ESOL accommodations and instructional strategies

ESOL Services & Compliance

• ImplementrequiredESOL accommodations and language supports
• Maintainaccuratedocumentation related to student language services
• Support monitoring of student language progress using WIDA/ACCESS data and other assessments

Classroom Culture

• Establish andmaintainconsistent classroom routines
• Implement schoolwide behavior systems with fidelity
• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and respectful classroom environment

Student & Family Support

• Support multilingual learners through academic and language development interventions
• Maintain communication with familiesregardingstudent progress and language development

• Support parent conferences and meetings when appropriate
• Collaborate with school staff to ensure students receiveappropriate languagesupport services

Professional Responsibilities

• Attend and activelyparticipatein meetings, PD, coaching sessions, andESOLtrainings
• Submit lesson plans, data reports, and compliance documentation on time
• Uphold all school policies, procedures, and professional expectations
• Use beginning- and end-of-year extended weeks to strengthenESOLsystems

Mission

Provide high-quality language instruction and academic support that ensures multilingual learners develop English proficiency while accessing rigorous grade-level content and achieving long-term academic success.

Success in Year 1:

• 100% ESOL compliance documentation completed accurately and on time
• Zero major compliance findings during internal or external audits
• 70%+ of ELL/MLL studentsdemonstratemeasurable growth in Englishproficiency
• Teachers consistently implement required ESOL accommodations
• Strong family communication and engagement with multilingual families
• Rated Highly Effective in professionalism and organizational reliability

Cultural Fit – Core Values

• And How Are theChildren?:Decisions prioritize student learning, safety, and well-being
• Big Rocks First: Focus on instructional quality and student outcomes
• Own It: Take responsibility for student learning and classroom results
• Expect More:Maintainhigh expectationsfor all students
• Results Matter: Use data to reflect, adjust, and improve instruction

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution
• Valid or eligible Florida teaching certification
• ESOLCertification
• Alignment withSMART Management/BridgePrepAcademy ’s mission and values

Reference Checks

All final candidates for this position will be asked to arrange three reference checks, one of which must be with a former manager.

Background Screening Requirement
This position requires successful completion of a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, in accordance with House Bill 531 (2025).

Applicants may review additional information about the Clearinghouse and screening process here: