Description of Service Opportunity:

The ESL teacher will teach English Learners in grades 5-8 in the MLE Summer Enrichment Middle School Program. The teacher will instruct students using the ESL Summer Curriculum, and the WIDA Standard for ELLs. Lessons will be planned using appropriate English language development pedagogy and sheltered immersion methodology.

Minimum Requirements:

• Teacher Certification in ESL
• The teacher will be skilled in effective instructional strategies for teaching ELLs, English language learning, and Sheltered Immersion methodology. The candidate will be expected to collaborate with colleagues, demonstrate high expectations for English language learners, be effective in working with immigrant families and create a learning environment that fosters mutual respect and cultural sensitivity.

Education: Bachelors degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a concentration in teaching ELLs in grades 5-12

Experience: At least 2 years of experience teaching ESL to linguistically diverse students in an urban setting.

Languages: Proficiency in English and fluency in a language other than English is preferred, but not required.

Length of Contract:

July 8, 2024 to August 2, 2024

Contract Amount:

$50.00 per hour, Not to exceed $6500.00

Cambridge Public Schools is committed to slowing and/or stopping the spread of COVID-19. Therefore, as a condition of employment with Cambridge Public Schools, all new hires will be required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 no later than their first day of work. Written requests for either a religious exemption from this requirement based on sincerely held religious beliefs, or for a medical exemption based upon clear documentation from a medical provider should be submitted to the attention of the Chief Talent Officer.