EL Teacher Jobs
EL Teacher jobs are open across K-12 public schools, charter networks, community colleges, and adult education programs, at every level from paraprofessional to lead instructor and program coordinator, with specializations in newcomer instruction, sheltered content delivery, and literacy intervention. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Position Type:
Teaching - Middle School/Language Arts
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Date Posted:
11/12/2026
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Location:
Robert Abbott Middle School
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Closing Date:
11/22/2026
Who We Are:
Waukegan Community Unit School District No. 60 serves nearly 13,000 students in preschool through grade 12 and is located halfway between Chicago, Illinois and Milwaukee, Wisconsin on the shores of Lake Michigan. Our District has one early learning center, 15 elementary schools, five middle schools and a high school program divided between two 9 � 12th grade campuses. The District encompasses portions of Waukegan, Beach Park and Park City.
Why We Do This Work:
The Waukegan Community Unit School District No. 60 has set an ambitious agenda for change, guided by the belief that all children, regardless of circumstances, can achieve at high levels and academic gaps can and will be eliminated with the support of teachers who deliver engaging, relevant, and academically rigorous instruction that excites students and instills a love of learning in them.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The Classroom Teacher will be directly responsible to the building principal for all matters pertaining to the operation of the school plan, in-building administrative and personnel procedures, and general or district-wide policies. He/she will be indirectly responsible to the Director of Secondary Education for all matters pertaining to curriculum, instructional methods, assessment and materials. The Classroom Teacher will be directly responsible to the department Academic Chair for all matters pertaining to the operation of the school plan, in-building administrative and personnel procedures, and general or district-wide policies.
Responsibilities:Provide a personalized instructional program that is compatible with the abilities, needs and learning characteristics of each student;
Implement prescribed curriculum;
Create a child-centered learning environment that is characterized by the consistent application of sound mental health and educational psychology practices;
Follow prescribed curriculum, instructional methods and materials;
Employ creative methods of instruction and utilize a variety of materials within the structure of the designated curriculum;
Become acquainted with the characteristics, needs, abilities and problems of each child through personal interaction and by seeking information from psycho-educational reports, hearing and vision reports, staffing notes, end-of-the-year student status reports, etc.
Inform the Academic Chair whenever a student's attendance is unsatisfactory;
Supply the Academic Chair with any abnormal attendance reports on any student;
Report student address and telephone number changes to the Academic Chair;
Provide the Academic Chair with an up-to-date copy of the schedule of classroom activities that the teacher is following;
Maintain up-to-date lesson plans
Use the designated methods of reporting student progress to parents;
Attend specified in-service meetings and conferences with the building principal;
Develop a close relationship with each student's parents or guardians;
Use teacher aides or helpers in accord with the designated job descriptions;
Perform such other professional duties as may be assigned by the building principal.
Qualifications: Must have valid Illinois Professional Educators License
Endorsement(s): ELA 6-8 and Bilingual
Salary: Per Teacher Contract, click to see Teacher Salary Structure
Additional Information: None
Application Deadline: Candidates must submit an online application by closing date.
Only online applications will be considered for interviews.
Apply: www.wps60.org
Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 offers employment opportunities without regard to age, gender, race, color, national origin,
religion, marital or military/veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, parental status, genetics, disability or other protected category.-
Position Type:
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Position Type:
Teaching - Middle School/Language Arts
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Date Posted:
11/12/2026
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Location:
Robert Abbott Middle School
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Closing Date:
11/22/2026
Who We Are:
Waukegan Community Unit School District No. 60 serves nearly 13,000 students in preschool through grade 12 and is located halfway between Chicago, Illinois and Milwaukee, Wisconsin on the shores of Lake Michigan. Our District has one early learning center, 15 elementary schools, five middle schools and a high school program divided between two 9 � 12th grade campuses. The District encompasses portions of Waukegan, Beach Park and Park City.
Why We Do This Work:
The Waukegan Community Unit School District No. 60 has set an ambitious agenda for change, guided by the belief that all children, regardless of circumstances, can achieve at high levels and academic gaps can and will be eliminated with the support of teachers who deliver engaging, relevant, and academically rigorous instruction that excites students and instills a love of learning in them.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The Classroom Teacher will be directly responsible to the building principal for all matters pertaining to the operation of the school plan, in-building administrative and personnel procedures, and general or district-wide policies. He/she will be indirectly responsible to the Director of Secondary Education for all matters pertaining to curriculum, instructional methods, assessment and materials. The Classroom Teacher will be directly responsible to the department Academic Chair for all matters pertaining to the operation of the school plan, in-building administrative and personnel procedures, and general or district-wide policies.
Responsibilities:Provide a personalized instructional program that is compatible with the abilities, needs and learning characteristics of each student;
Implement prescribed curriculum;
Create a child-centered learning environment that is characterized by the consistent application of sound mental health and educational psychology practices;
Follow prescribed curriculum, instructional methods and materials;
Employ creative methods of instruction and utilize a variety of materials within the structure of the designated curriculum;
Become acquainted with the characteristics, needs, abilities and problems of each child through personal interaction and by seeking information from psycho-educational reports, hearing and vision reports, staffing notes, end-of-the-year student status reports, etc.
Inform the Academic Chair whenever a student's attendance is unsatisfactory;
Supply the Academic Chair with any abnormal attendance reports on any student;
Report student address and telephone number changes to the Academic Chair;
Provide the Academic Chair with an up-to-date copy of the schedule of classroom activities that the teacher is following;
Maintain up-to-date lesson plans
Use the designated methods of reporting student progress to parents;
Attend specified in-service meetings and conferences with the building principal;
Develop a close relationship with each student's parents or guardians;
Use teacher aides or helpers in accord with the designated job descriptions;
Perform such other professional duties as may be assigned by the building principal.
Qualifications: Must have valid Illinois Professional Educators License
Endorsement(s): ELA 6-8 and Bilingual
Salary: Per Teacher Contract, click to see Teacher Salary Structure
Additional Information: None
Application Deadline: Candidates must submit an online application by closing date.
Only online applications will be considered for interviews.
Apply: www.wps60.org
Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 offers employment opportunities without regard to age, gender, race, color, national origin,
religion, marital or military/veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, parental status, genetics, disability or other protected category.-
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in EL teacher jobs.
- State teaching license with EL, ESL, or bilingual endorsement
- Experience delivering instruction using WIDA or ELPA21 proficiency standards
- Bachelor's degree in education, linguistics, TESOL, or a related field
- Ability to co-teach in inclusive or sheltered content classroom settings
- Experience administering and interpreting EL proficiency assessments such as ACCESS
- Bilingual proficiency in Spanish or another target language relevant to the student population
Tips for Your EL Teacher Job Search
Tailor your resume to proficiency frameworks
Hiring committees look for specific language around proficiency standards like WIDA or ELPA21. Name the framework you've used, the grade bands you've served, and whether you've co-taught in a push-in or pull-out model. Generic language about 'supporting English learners' won't stand out.
Highlight your state EL endorsement prominently
Many districts filter applications before a human reads them based on whether the required EL endorsement or bilingual credential is listed. Put it in your resume header alongside your teaching license, not buried in a certifications section at the bottom.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists el teacher openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by student population served
EL teacher roles differ significantly based on whether the population is primarily long-term English learners, newcomers, or students with interrupted education. Filtering by school demographics or reading the student enrollment data in job postings helps you apply where your specific experience translates directly.
Prepare a teaching sample tied to language objectives
Many EL hiring processes require a demo lesson or recorded sample. Plan a lesson that explicitly shows a language objective separate from a content objective, since that distinction is what evaluators are trained to look for and what generic content teachers often miss.
Negotiate for professional development funding
EL-specific training, like SIOP or Sheltered Instruction certification, is often not covered by standard district PD budgets. When you receive an offer, ask directly whether the district funds EL-specific endorsement coursework or conference attendance, since it's a benefit rarely offered unless you ask.
EL Teacher Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most el teachers?
The companies hiring the most el teachers right now include Medway Public Schools, Washoe County School District, and HIGH TECH HIGH, with the largest share of openings in Massachusetts, Illinois, and Minnesota, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be highest in districts with large and growing newcomer or refugee student populations.
How many el teacher jobs are remote?
About 0% of el teacher openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most remote roles concentrated in adult education, online ESL tutoring programs, and curriculum or instructional coaching positions rather than traditional K-12 classroom instruction, which almost always requires in-person attendance.
How do you become an el teacher?
You start by earning a bachelor's degree, then complete a state-approved teacher preparation program that includes student teaching. After that, you apply for a state teaching license and add an EL, ESL, or bilingual endorsement, which typically requires additional coursework and a content exam. Some states allow you to teach on a provisional license while completing endorsement requirements.
How do you get hired as an el teacher with little or no experience?
Start by completing a student teaching placement in a school with a significant EL population, since targeted classroom experience matters more than general teaching hours. Paraprofessional or instructional aide roles in EL departments are a direct path into the field. Getting certified in WIDA administration or completing a TESOL certificate program before you apply also signals readiness to hiring committees reviewing entry-level candidates.
What does the el teacher interview process look like?
Most districts run a two-stage process: a screening interview with HR or a department lead focused on your license and endorsement status, followed by a panel interview with a principal, an EL coordinator, and sometimes a general education teacher. Candidates are typically asked to deliver a short demo lesson that demonstrates a clear language objective, and some districts require a writing sample or case study about supporting a specific learner profile.
Where can I find and apply to el teacher jobs?
You can find and apply to el teacher jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that fit your endorsement, grade level, and location, then apply directly to each listing that matches your experience.
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