English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher PreK-12

TRENTON SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title: English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher PreK-12 for 2026-2027 School Year Term of Employment: Two Hundred (200) Days Contract Immediate Supervisor: Special Populations Supervisor Qualifications Masters Degree Valid Tennessee License with English as a Second Language PreK-12 Endorsement Evaluation conducted by the building level administrators and Central Office supervisory staff. Skills Be a mature individual Have basic health assessment skills Have the ability to conform to an established work schedule Have effective interpersonal skills Have the ability to communicate in a concise and effective manner Have the ability to understand and follow instructions precisely Have the ability to exercise tact, discretion and confidentiality Have the ability to work with students Have the ability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without the loss of efficiency or composure. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to, the following: Administers tests and language assessments for the purpose of evaluating student language ability. Attendance is an essential function of this job Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents, and administration. Instructs English learner students for the purpose of improving their success in academics and skills. Participates in a variety of meetings for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions and to optimize student learning. Prepares a variety of written materials and correspondence for the purpose of documenting student progress and meeting mandated requirements. Supports classroom teachers for the purpose of assisting them in the implementation of established curriculum and/or individual student plans. Physical Requirements Must have the ability to: In case of an emergency, must be able to lift or assist in lifting a student in need Work outdoors in any variety of weather Repetitive bending, stretching, and stooping Have mobility required to ensure the safety of students Have visual and hearing capabilities that allow consistent supervision of students Provide extra assistance to students with special needs, such as non-English-speaking students or those with physical and mental disabilities General Requirements The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so assigned. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The Trenton Special School District offers its program and employment to all eligible persons regardless of race, religion, color, age, national origin, gender, disability, or genetics and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr