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Elementary English as a Second Language Teacher

Sioux Center Community Schools
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Sioux Center Community School District is seeking a highly motivated Elementary English as a Second Language Teacher beginning with the 2025-2026 school year. 

We are looking for a passionate ESL Teacher who will be responsible for teaching English as a second language to our students. In this position, you will create lesson plans, develop instructional materials, and assess students’ progress. You will also be expected to provide a supportive and engaging learning environment to help students improve their English language skills.

Qualifications

  • Fluent in English language
  • Bachelor’s degree (minimum)
  • Iowa Teaching License (with appropriate endorsements)
  • Mandatory Reporter: Child Abuse & Dependent Adult Abuse
  • Certification in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL) or equivalent

Responsibilities

  • Teach English as a second language to students of various ages and proficiency levels.
  • Develop lesson plans and instructional materials that meet the needs of individual students and groups.
  • Assess students’ language abilities and tailoring instruction to meet their needs.
  • Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
  • Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
  • Confer with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
  • Maintain an inventory of classroom instructional supplies, textbooks, and materials, and exercise control of the care of the same.
  • Be informed of the educational philosophy, goals, and policies of the district.
  • Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
  • Maintain district policies and regulations.
  • Participate in initiating, implementing and coordinating any changes in curriculum.
  • Stay up-to-date with current trends and developments in ESL teaching and incorporate them into instruction.
  • Perform other duties as delegated by the building administration and in compliance with the negotiated agreement.
  • Perform all other related duties as assigned.

 Desired Skills and Abilities

  • Experience in teaching English as a second language
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Time management
  • Strong decision making and problem solving
  • General knowledge of computer software

Employment Information:

  • FLSA Classification: Exempt, full-time
  • Salary based on education, experience, and/or qualifications
  • Benefits:
    • Health, Life, and LTD insurance;
    • IPERS retirement benefits;
    • Personal and Sick Leave allocations

Position open until filled.  To apply, please send letter of interest, resume, teacher application, transcripts and a copy of teaching certificate & credentials to: humanresources@scwarriors.org   Teaching application available on school website: https://www.scwarriors.org/en-us/job-opportunities-ca2ae872