id='p17383_46151'>English Language Development Teacher JobID: 17383
Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Elementary Teacher
Date Posted:
7/21/2026
Location:
Woodland Elementary
District:
Avondale School District Additional Information: Show/Hide
AVONDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT
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At Avondale, we're more than a school districtâwe're a supportive community dedicated to personal growth, resilience, and discovery. We invest in our staff through strong professional development and a collaborative network, empowering educators to create exceptional, individualized learning experiences where every student matters and every story counts. Learn more about us at www.avondaleschools.org.
POSITION OPENING: ELD Elementary Teacher â Inspire and Empower Young Minds!
IN THIS ROLE:Join a passionate team at Woodland Elementary School where innovation, collaboration, and student-centered learning thrive. As an ELD teacher, you'll engage curious, energetic learners during a pivotal stage in their growthâhelping them build strong academic foundations while fostering critical thinking, creativity, and confidence. With robust professional development, a supportive community, and the freedom to bring lessons to life in meaningful ways, this is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on students and shape their journey toward success.
WHAT WE NEED:
Valid State Teacher Certification Granted by the Professional Teaching Standards Board.
Bachelor's Degree with major or minor in English (000EX) and ESL Endorsement (NS)
Evidence of ability to establish working relationships that result in mutual respect.
Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication.
Strong interpersonal and public relations skills.
WHAT YOU NEED:
curriculum
2.Screens Home Language Surveys
3.Conducts assessment of eligibility in the English Learner program
4.Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the abilities of the students and provides social and emotional support for English Language Learners
5.Guides the learning process toward the achievement of established District curriculum goals
6.Establishes and communicates clear objectives to the students for all lessons, units and projects
7.Acts as a liaison between the students and other teachers, staff members and family
8.Administers specialized ESL assessments including WIDA Access and WAPT
9.Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis, provides progress reports as required, and communicates with parents while also providing families with opportunities for socialization and acculturation
10.Maintains accurate, complete and correct records as required by the law, District policy and administrative regulation
11.Attends District meetings and serves on District committees as required
12.Participates in in-service and staff development activities and staff meetings as required or assigned
13.Attends established school related activities
14.Participates in curriculum related and program activities that are part of the regular district program
15.Attends IEPs, Section 504 or other related meetings necessary for student assessment and/or compliance with federal and/or state law
16.Establishes partnerships with the community as appropriate in support of the academic program
17.This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. As appropriate, the teacher will be required to follow any other job related duties directed by the District Coordinator and/or Administrator
18.Work collaboratively with ESL paraprofessionals and general education teachers
19.Other Duties as Assigned
WORK LOCATION: Woodland Elementary School
6465 Livernois Rd, Troy, MI 48098
SALARY DETAILS:Per Master Agreement
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:Per Master Agreement
EVALUATION:Per Master Agreement
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WHY WORK FOR AVONDALE?
In addition to collaborating with passionate educators on meaningful initiatives, joining Avondale means you'll also enjoy these outstanding benefits: