School Year 26/27 Secondary ESL Specialist- Itinerant

School Year 26/27 Secondary ESL Specialist•Itinerant Lynn Public Schools Lynn Public Schools•Lynn, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Lynn Public Schools Job Details

Job ID:

5714275

Application Deadline:

May 29, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted:

Today

Starting Date:

To Be Determined Job Description Secondary ESL Specialist•Itinerant About Lynn Public Schools Lynn is a vibrant, seaside urban community located just north of Boston. The city is known for its contemporary public art, historic architecture, thriving downtown cultural district, and abundant public parks, including the scenic Lynn Shore Reservation and the expansive Lynn Woods Reservation. Reflecting the city's international character, Lynn Public Schools is a linguistically and culturally rich community, with 60% of our students speaking two or more languages. Lynn Public Schools proudly serves approximately 17,000 students across 29 school sites within a diverse and dynamic educational landscape.

Our district includes:

1 Early Childhood Center 17 Elementary Schools 1 Public Separate Day School 3 Middle Schools 2 Comprehensive High Schools 1 Vocational High School 1 Early College High School 1 STEAM Academy (Grades 6-12) 1 Alternative Education Academy (Grades 9-12) 1 TOGETHER Educating and Advancing Multi-Disabled Students Academy (PreK-12) The Lynn Public School's Vision and Core Values Drawing upon the strength of our community, our families, our students, and our partners, we commit to fulfilling the intellectual, physical, and social-emotional potential of all our students. We work together so our students learn to thrive, advance, and impact the greater community and the world. LPS is committed to our

Core Values:

Inclusiveness Shared Responsibility Collaborative Relationships High Expectations Inspiring Life-Long Learning Lynn Public Schools is dedicated to the goal of strengthening an environment and school culture that honors and celebrates diversity and responds effectively to the social-emotional experiences of every student and family.

JOB DETAILS

The Itinerant Secondary ESL Specialist position (6-12) is a full-time teaching position which focuses on the English language development of identified English learners in the Lynn Public Schools. The ESL teacher develops lessons using WIDA standards for various EL proficiency levels focusing on the four domains of language (speaking, reading, writing, and listening). ESL teachers will collaborate with numerous SEI teachers to effectively support social/academic language development of English Learners. ESL teachers should be familiar with WIDA standards, scaffold for English Learners, and use of data to develop and reflect on lessons to adequately support students at various EL levels. Itinerant Secondary ESL teachers are placed in one or more schools depending on EL enrollment.

QUALIFICATIONS

Valid license from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in in

ESL 5-12

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university; Master's Degree preferred. SEI Endorsement Strong district lens regarding EL, curriculum, and equity Knowledge of current education legislation/regulations Ability to work effectively with teachers, support staff, and parents and advocate for children in order to effectively problem solve Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills and ability to work with all stakeholders Experience in urban district/setting preferred Ability to meet the expectations of the Massachusetts Standards and Indicators of Effective Teaching Practice

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Plan and implement standards-based lessons (WIDA) with clear objectives Provide required ESL services to identified ELs and submit monthly schedule to English Learner Education (ELE) Department Develop and implement differentiated ESL lessons, incorporating research-based instructional practices for different learning styles and various EL proficiency levels. Provide appropriate and effective learning experiences for students from a wide range of socio-economic levels and cultural backgrounds. Utilize data (ACCESS, formative assessments, etc.) and appropriate data systems to monitor English language development and identify any students who meet exit criteria Assist in the administration of the ACCESS for ELLs 2.0 assessment Provide a motivating and stimulating, safe and supportive learning environment Participate in school-wide and department-wide professional development activities Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff and the community Use technology to support student learning in and out of the classroom Participate in EL Student Study Team meetings Other duties as assigned by principal/supervisor

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

As negotiated with Lynn School Committee and Lynn Teachers Union. 180 days per year Teacher Salary Estimator

BENEFITS

The City of Lynn offers comprehensive and competitive health and dental benefits; Harvard Pilgrim PPO/HMO, Altus Dental High/Low, and Vision. Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Plan (FSA) as well as Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability are available on a voluntary basis. An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical, including a drug test, National fingerprint-based Criminal Background Check (NCBC), and Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI). All MUST be completed PRIOR to the start of employment. Non-Discrimination Policy It is the policy of the Lynn Public Schools not to unlawfully discriminate or tolerate discrimination in the administration of its educational and employment policies, or in its programs and activities, on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, pregnancy (including nursing or pregnancy conditions), parental leave, race•, color, national origin, creed/religion, ethnicity, ancestry, age, genetic information, active military/veteran status, mental or physical disability, special need, proficiency in the English language or academic achievement, homelessness, public assistance status, or any other characteristic protected by any federal, state or local laws or regulations, including Title VI and VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the 1972 Amendments to the Civil Rights Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, The Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and M.G.L. Ch. 76:5, M.G.L., Ch.151, if and as applicable. Race when referenced in any policy of the Lynn Public Schools, whether or not specified, shall include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture, hair type, hair length and protective hairstyles.

Position Type:

Full-Time Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required