Position Title: K-8 ESOL Full-time teacher
Location: Mitchell Primary School, Shapleigh School (K-8)
Reports to: Curriculum Coordinator
Position Start Date: 2024/25 school year
Required Certification: Maine DOE 660 endorsement and certified in K-12 ESL
Application Deadline: 8/9/2024
The Kittery School District is currently seeking a Full Time English to Speakers of Other Language (ESOL) teacher for the 2024/25 school year. This position is district-wide, K-8.
The ideal candidate for this position must hold a MAINE DOE 660 endorsement or be eligible for it (certified in K-12 in ESL). Ability to speak Spanish is helpful, but not essential.
The candidate must be able to pass a background test through the State of Maine Education Department.
Responsibilities:
- Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for small group instruction
- Assess individual needs
- Participate in ILAP meetings
- Collaborate with classroom teachers coordinate services and provide support to students within the grade-level curriculum
- Communicate and engage with families, helping to create a school-to-home relationship
- Travel between buildings
- Create district-wide ESOL services schedule based on state-issued guidelines
Requirements:
- 660 endorsement
- Shows understanding of the language acquisition process
- Coordinates the identification of English Learners (certified to administer the WIDA Screener)
- Sensitive to cultural backgrounds and identities
Internal candidates may apply in writing to humanresources@kitteryschools.com
Kittery Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Kittery Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability. Kittery Schools has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.