ESL Maternity Leave Teacher

Maternity Leave ESL Teacher (English as a Second Language)

Location: Gardere Community Christian School (GCCS)

Position Type: Temporary, Part-Time

Hourly Rate: $20 per hourWork Hours:

• Monday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Duration: January 6, 2025 - April 14, 2025 (approximately 3 months)

About Gardere Community Christian School (GCCS): Gardere Community Christian School (GCCS) is a nonprofit elementary school serving children from Pre-K through 5th grade in the Gardere area. Our mission is to provide a high-quality Christian education to every child and family, regardless of financial circumstances. We believe in fostering strong children, families, and communities while nurturing academic excellence and spiritual growth. For more information, visit .

Position Overview: GCCS is seeking a dedicated and experienced ESL Teacher to fill in temporarily during our regular ESL Teacher’s maternity leave. In this part-time role, you will provide ESL instruction to approximately 60 K-5th grade students. You will focus on helping students develop their English language skills through engaging and differentiated instruction, while ensuring they are supported in both their academic and social-emotional growth. This is a hands-on teaching role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide ESL instruction to small groups of K-5th grade students, focusing on developing speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
• Use effective, differentiated instructional strategies tailored to meet the needs of each student's language proficiency level.
• Foster a welcoming and inclusive classroom environment where students’ cultural backgrounds are celebrated.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to support ESL students in mainstream classrooms and ensure they succeed academically.
• Track and assess students’ progress in English language acquisition, adjusting instruction as needed.
• Communicate regularly with students and families in both English and Spanish, providing updates on progress and any areas of concern.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in ESL Education, Elementary Education, or a related field. (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience teaching ESL, preferably with elementary-age students.
• Fluency in both English and Spanish is required.
• Strong knowledge of second language acquisition and best practices for ESL instruction.
• Experience with creating and adapting curriculum and lessons for diverse learners.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with familiarity in using educational tools like Google Docs and Sheets.
• A passion for working with children and supporting their academic and personal growth.
• Ability to create an engaging, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Gardere Community Christian School.

How to Apply: Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the position to laurendarden@gccsbr.org.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 28 per week

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Baton Rouge, LA 70810: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20