Teacher - Elem. School Grade 4 ESL (SY 26-27) [One year position]

Teacher - Elementary School Grade 4 ESL (SY 26-27) [One Year Position] Providence Public Schools District (PPSD) seeks an exceptional Elementary English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher. This one‑year position requires Structured Literacy proficiency within one year of hire. The teacher will plan and deliver ESL instruction to students identified as needing support by the district’s annual English Language Proficiency assessment. Responsibilities Accelerate the learning of Academic English through content in math, language arts, science, and social studies to help students achieve academic success and meet classroom expectations. Serve as a resource for information regarding students from diverse language backgrounds. Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans using instructional materials aligned to grade level standards that facilitate active and engaging learning for all students. Provide appropriate scaffolds for multilingual learners of varying English language proficiency levels so they can meaningfully access grade level content. Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment, using relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction. Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities and provide appropriate feedback on assignments. Manage student behavior by establishing and enforcing a warm, welcoming, and culturally relevant environment. Encourage and monitor progress of individual students and regularly use data to observe and evaluate performance, adjusting teaching strategies. Maintain and update accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development. Communicate information regularly to students, colleagues, and families regarding progress and student needs in a language they can understand. Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities to support all students. Actively participate in department, school, district, and parent meetings and professional development. Make recommendations for students who are referred or during IEP meetings regarding instruction and assessments. Assign and grade classwork, homework, tests, and assignments according to state standards. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications & Requirements Bachelor’s degree in the applicable field of education from an accredited college or university. RIDE Certification: Elementary Education Teacher, Grades KG-6, and/or All Grades English to Speakers of Other Languages Teacher, Grades PK-12. Structured Literacy proficiency level within one year of hire. Citizenship, residency, or work visa required. Reports to: Principal. EEO Statement Providence Public Schools is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. PSD does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, color, disability or veteran status. All programs are open to all individuals, regardless of their race, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, color, disability or veteran status. Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work Providence Public School District participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all participating employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education