ESL Instructional Coach

What You’ll Do

As an Instructional Coach for ESL at Veritas Prep, you will work closely with teachers to enhance their practices in supporting English Language Learners (ELLs). By providing expert guidance and resources, you will help empower educators to create inclusive classrooms that promote language acquisition and academic success for all students. Your role will be integral in fostering a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement.

Specifically, you will:

• Observe and coach teachers on effective ESL strategies, supporting the implementation of best practices for ELL instruction.
• Lead professional development sessions focused on language instruction and culturally responsive teaching.
• Develop and share resources, tools, and materials that align with high-quality ESL instruction.
• Analyze student data to inform instructional practices and provide targeted support to educators.
• Foster strong relationships with staff, students, and families to ensure a comprehensive support system for ELLs.
• Collaborate with the Dean of Curriculum and Instruction to align ESL strategies with school-wide goals.

What You’ll Need (Qualifications)

• An unwavering belief that all students can achieve amazing things
• A strong background in ESL education or ELL instruction
• Experience working collaboratively with teachers to enhance instructional practices
• Three to five years of teaching experience, preferably with ELLs
• Knowledge of best practices in second language acquisition and culturally relevant pedagogy
• Fluency in Spanish (highly preferred)
• Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) with ESOL endorsement or equivalent ESL certification
• Ability to analyze and utilize student data to inform instructional decisions
• Current authorization to work in the United States – a candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day of employment

Wondering if you should apply? Are you passionate about providing every child with access to an educational experience that prepares them for success? Have you been considering a career change? If you answered yes, you should apply!

Think you don’t quite meet all the qualifications listed above? Apply anyway! We are dedicated to building a diverse team, and we encourage all individuals to consider applying, even if you don't meet every single qualification. Your unique experiences and perspectives matter to us.

Still not sure? Set up a call with a recruiter by emailing recruitment@vpcs.org.

Veritas Prep is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or qualified job applicants on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran or military status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, or any other status or condition protected by applicable law. This policy extends to, but is not limited to, recruitment, selection, compensation, benefits, promotion, training, and termination.

About Veritas Prep

Veritas Prep is a public, tuition-free school in Springfield that prepares students in grades 5 through 12 to compete, achieve, and succeed in college and beyond. Veritas Prep accelerates every student’s path to college and career by helping them set a strong academic foundation in middle school and guaranteeing access to college classes and college prep support in our wall-to-wall early-college high school.

At Veritas Prep, we are not only breaking down barriers to college access but also providing the tools students need to persist through college and prepare for a successful career. Our middle school program has been serving students in Springfield since 2012 and is one of the top middle schools in Springfield. Our scholars are supported by skilled, dedicated, and diverse teachers and are challenged to achieve at high levels academically, socially, and emotionally, setting them up for success as they enter our high school.

Our early-college high school program, in partnership with STCC and Worcester State University, prepares students to earn high-impact college degrees, saving students up to two years’ time in college and thousands of dollars. Students can earn up to an associate degree for free, and the general studies associate degree from STCC means students enter as JUNIORS at any Massachusetts public college or university after high school graduation.

Students at Veritas Prep benefit from high academic standards and robust support, an exceptional learning environment, a diverse staff of high-quality educators, a strong commitment to social/emotional and practical skill development, and an inclusive, anti-racist community that values the identities and backgrounds of all students.