Grade 6-8 Summer Program English Language Development Teacher INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

6-8 Summer English Language Development (ELD) - Anticipated One Teacher Position Opening

2026 - INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

JOB POSTING

Title: 6-8 Summer English Language Development (ELD) Teacher - Focused Instruction for Newcomer and Immigrant Students

Location: Samoset Middle School

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $50/hr (Student-facing instruction); $40/hr (Planning)

Description

Leominster Public Schools is seeking one anticipated teaching position for the 2026 Summer ELD Program. This program provides focused instruction specifically designed for newcomer and immigrant students in grades 6-8. Teachers will provide intensive language support to facilitate academic transitions and English language acquisition.

Schedule & Compensation

• Program Dates: June 29th July 30th.
• Weekly Hours: 18 hours per week (Monday Thursday 7:40 am 12:10 pm).
• Planning Day: June 25th (4 hours of planning with content specialists at $40/hr).
• Instructional Rate: $50/hr.
• Attendance: Attendance for the full five weeks (20 days) is strongly encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Lesson Design: Plan and execute daily ELD lessons specifically aligned with the needs of newcomer and immigrant students.
• Assessment: Develop and administer language-based pre- and post-assessments to measure linguistic progress.
• Instruction: Deliver 20 days of targeted instruction ensuring high engagement and language mastery.
• Literacy Support: Facilitate the first 30 minutes of each day dedicated to summer reading initiatives.
• Individualized Support: Monitor student progress and provide differentiated support for various English proficiency levels.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of attendance participation and language growth.
• Communication: Communicate with students and families regarding program expectations and progress.
• Collaboration: Work with colleagues and content specialists to support the success of immigrant and newcomer youth.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Internal Status: This position is open to INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY.
• Licensure: Secondary Licensed ESL .
• Experience: Experience working with ELD instruction and newcomer populations preferred.
• Work Eligibility: Citizenship residency or work visa required.

Application Details

• Report To: Cheri McKenzie Director of Multilingual Learner Education
• Contact: X1325

Hiring staff will all depend on the enrollment of students

Required Experience:

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