ELL Teacher

ELL Teacher JobID: 390 Position Type: High School Teaching/ELL Date Posted: 7/13/2026 Location: Ferguson-Florissant School District Date Available: 08/12/2026 Additional Information: Show/Hide High School ELL Educator: Architect of Global Success Location: McCluer High School (Grades 9-12) Year: 2026-2027 School Year The Opportunity: Empowering Global Citizens As an ELL Educator, you are the bridge between a student's heritage and their future. You don't just teach a language; you unlock the world. By treating multilingualism as an academic superpower, you will lead a classroom that celebrates diverse identities while providing the high-leverage linguistic tools students need to master a rigorous curriculum. You are a champion for equity, a partner to families, and a specialist who ensures that every student�regardless of their home language�has a front-row seat to success in the Ferguson-Florissant "New Chapter." Role Summary As a High School ELL Teacher, you will lead the language development program for our 9th-12th grade multilingual scholars. You will facilitate a sophisticated, student-centered environment that balances intensive English acquisition with the academic demands of high school graduation requirements. Working as a vital advocate within the building, you will collaborate with content-area teachers to scaffold complex subjects, ensuring that language is never a barrier to a student's brilliance. Why You'll Succeed (Qualifications) Certified Professional: Valid Missouri Teaching Certification in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) (K-12). Degree Requirements: Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree, required; Master's degree, preferred. Secondary Specialist: You understand the unique academic and social-emotional needs of immigrant and refugee teenagers. Equity Champion: You are a fierce advocate for your students, ensuring they have full access to STEAM pathways, AP courses, and career-technical education. Collaborative Coach: You thrive on partnering with Science, Math, and Social Studies departments to co-plan and modify instruction for diverse learners. Your Impact (Key Duties) Accelerate Acquisition: Lead targeted instruction that develops high-level academic English in reading, writing, and professional communication. Secure the Diploma: Monitor graduation credits and pathway progress, ensuring ELL students are meeting the milestones for post-secondary success. Bridge the Content: Provide "push-in" or collaborative support in core content classrooms to make high-level academic concepts accessible. Empower Families: Build strong, trusting relationships with our international families, helping them navigate the complexities of the American high school system. Celebrate Diversity: Lead building-wide initiatives that honor the linguistic and cultural wealth our students bring to the FFSD community. Your Leadership Partners Primary Support: Building Principal Instructional Support: District ELL Coordinator and Department Chairs The Logistics of Your Success Classification: Exempt, Certified Staff Work Year: 10-Month Academic Calendar, 187 Contract Days Salary: $45,066 - $71,946 Based on the Teacher Salary Schedule, determined by experience and education. The FFSD Advantage: Total Rewards & Support We don't just hire specialists; we invest in advocates. Mentorship for Mastery: Every new high school ELL teacher is paired with a veteran mentor to help you navigate secondary compliance and graduation pathways. Time for Excellence: Dedicated collaborative planning time (PLC) to work with content-area partners. Professional Growth: Tuition reimbursement and district-provided PD focused on WIDA standards and secondary scaffolded instruction. Health & Heart: 100% district-paid medical, dental, and vision plans, plus access to the Ferg-Flor Care district health clinic. About Our Schools The Ferguson-Florissant School District is a community-centered district in suburban St. Louis. From our award-winning Challeng…