This teaching position involves designing and delivering learning experiences for K-12 students in an English as a Second Language (ESL) program. The teacher organizes and facilitates the learning process using evidence-based instructional practices and technology, evaluating student progress and collaborating with colleagues to enhance student success.
Responsibilities
Assess student proficiency in English through various assessment tools, including WIDA Screener, ACCESS, and Alternate ACCESS
Provide administrators and classroom teachers with materials and background information to help ESL students
Display expertise in second language learning
Follow district policy statements and guidelines related to the ESL program
Keep accurate and complete records for ESL students (testing information, English Language Plans, monitor forms, parent letters, and work that represents the ability and growth of the child)
Communicate regularly with building contacts and classroom teachers
Provide school and/or district training about ESL
Report consistently for work as scheduled
Perform other duties as assigned
Attain proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards
Demonstrate mastery of and pedagogical expertise in the content taught; at elementary is an expert in literacy and mathematics and is knowledgeable in all other content; at secondary has knowledge of literacy and mathematics and is a content area expert
Provide instruction aligned with the Colorado Academic Standards and the organized plan of instruction
Develop and implement lessons that connect to a variety of content areas and disciplines; emphasize literacy and mathematical practices
Demonstrate knowledge of the content, central concepts, inquiry, appropriate evidence-based instructional practices, and specialized characteristics of the disciplines being taught
Establish a safe, inclusive and respectful learning environment for a diverse population of students
Foster a predictable learning environment characterized by acceptable student behavior and efficient use of time in which each student has a positive, nurturing relationship with caring adults and peers
Demonstrate an awareness of, a commitment to, and a respect for multiple aspects of diversity, while working toward common goals as a community of learners
Engage students as individuals, including those with diverse needs and interests, across a range of ability levels by adapting their teaching for the benefit of all students
Work collaboratively with the families and/or significant adults for the benefit of students
Plan and deliver effective instruction and create an environment that facilitates learning for their students
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Demonstrate knowledge about the ways in which learning takes place, including the levels of intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of their students
Use formal and informal methods to assess student learning, provide feedback, and to use results to inform planning and instruction
Integrate and utilize appropriate available technology to engage students in authentic learning experiences
Establish and communicate high expectations and use processes to support the development of critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
Provide students with opportunities to work in teams and develop leadership
Model and promote effective communication
Demonstrate professionalism through ethical conduct, reflection, and leadership
Demonstrate high standards for professional conduct
Link professional growth to professional goals
Respond to a complex, dynamic environment
Demonstrate leadership in the school, the community, and the teaching profession
Assess the progress of students on a regular basis and provide reports as required
Comply with applicable state and federal laws, district administrative policies, procedures, and practices, and location requirements
Ensure that students are supervised at all times
Follow established policies and procedures regarding the health, safety, welfare, and education of students
Implement by instruction and action the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives
Instruct, assess, and differentiate for all students' academic, social, emotional, and health needs
Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law and district policy
Make provision for availability to students and parents for education-related purposes when required or requested
Manage materials and supplies
Model appropriate conduct at all times
Perform duties as directed by supervisors and administrators
Perform non-instructional duties as directed
Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students
Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for educational support staff and volunteer(s) and, cooperatively with supervisor, evaluate their job performance
Respond as directed and as necessary in safety and/or crisis situations
Supervise volunteers and paraprofessionals where applicable
Use and integrate technology to support professional responsibilities, instruction, data interpretation, and student learning
Use effective conflict resolution
Use feedback and reflect about professional practice to improve teaching and learning
Meets subject, grade level, and/or content area qualifications consistent with Colorado Department of Education and Academy District 20 requirements
Teacher License: Initial - Colorado Department of Education
Teacher License: Professional - Colorado Department of Education
Eligibility for the Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education (CLDE) or Linguistically Diverse Education (LDE) endorsement from the state of Colorado
Ability to adapt to changing technologies and to learn functionality of new equipment and systems
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to create, access, input, retrieve, and manipulate information in various software systems
Ability to establish and maintain accurate record keeping, document management, and filing systems
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions including supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general public
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Ability to greet and interact with the public in a courteous and professional manner
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities
Ability to work independently without direct supervision
Commitment to the education of students as a primary responsibility
Communicates effectively with students and adults in a wide variety of settings
Computer proficiency including office productivity applications
Demonstrated ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a team setting
Demonstrates effective organizational and time management skills
Detail-oriented
Energetic, creative, innovative, flexible
Excellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of Special Education, other educational programming, and associated legal requirements as related to the needs of the students assigned to the teacher
Promotes a positive climate, culture, and community
Strong organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skills
Student-centered and relationship-focused
Understanding of data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community
Willingness to participate in ongoing training as required
Physical demands: Sits, stands, walks, stoops, kneels, and crouches/squats while performing duties; oral and auditory capacity enabling interaction; uses eyes, hands, and finger coordination; regularly requires periods of standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing; ability to speak and be understood; normal or aided vision and hearing; detect odors; frequently uses hands and fingers, handles or feels; reaches with hands and arms; lifts and carries up to 20 pounds (may be higher for some assignments); climbs stairs, ladders, and/or stools; reaches, holds, grasps and turns objects; uses fingers to operate computer keyboards; feels the shape, size and temperature of objects; physically restrain students when necessary
Cognitive functions: Analyze, communicate, compare, compile, compute, coordinate, copy, evaluate, instruct, negotiate, synthesize, reason, and use interpersonal skills
Important Details
Recruiting Start Date: 05/11/2026
Estimated Start Date: 08/10/2026
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 22.5
Hours per Day: 4.5
Number of Days per Year: 183 Days M-F
Benefits Eligibility: Part-time - Regular
FLSA Status: United States of America (Exempt)
Application Process
Complete a current resume
Complete undergraduate and graduate transcripts (in color, readable, and reflecting official status where applicable)
Applicable Colorado License or evidence of eligibility as indicated in the job posting ("Evidence of Eligibility" means license application with CDE is in process)
(optional) Three current letters of recommendation (ie: within the last 2-3 years)
About the Company
Academy District 20 supports K-12 schools and programs across the district.
Academy District 20 (ASD20) was founded in 1957 and serves more than 25,000 students in northern Colorado Springs.
