What are the responsibilities and job description for the ESOL Coordinator position at Northwest Classical Academy?
Description
Northwest Classical Academy seeks a full-time English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Coordinator. The ESOL Coordinator will plan, organize, and implement content-focused, language-driven lessons for active and monitored-status ESOL students across multiple grade levels. The candidate must demonstrate the willingness to collaborate with classroom teachers and manage all ESOL-related tasks. The candidate must be knowledgeable in the areas of second language acquisition and teaching strategies for English learners. The ESOL Coordinator reports to the Director of Student Services on NCA’s Kennesaw campus. This position starts July 2025.
The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Adhere to the school’s mission and the principles of classical education.
- Teach ESOL classes across multiple grade levels.
- Coordinate and supervise the ESOL program.
- Administer WIDA screening and ACCESS testing.
- Manage state reporting and all state and federal compliance requirements for the ESOL department.
Qualified candidates will meet the following requirements:
- Bachelor's degree required, Master’s degree preferred
- Valid Professional Standards Commission approved certificate in appropriate educational field at level T-4 or above required.
- Valid Professional Standards Commission approved subject-specific endorsements required.
- 3 years of ESOL teaching experience preferred
Strong candidates will support the school’s Mission: to develop students in mind and character through a classical, content-rich curriculum that emphasizes the principles of virtuous living, traditional learning, and civic responsibility. They will have enthusiasm for the Vision: to be a nationally regarded K-12 classical school and serve as a local and national incubator for growth and promotion of classical education. And they will embody the school’s organizational values. We value
- the tenets of classical, liberal arts education;
- community and partnership in the common pursuit of forming intelligent, virtuous citizens;
- excellence in teaching and learning;
- the virtues we aim to teach our students: courage, courtesy, honesty, humility, perseverance, self-government, and service.
Why Northwest Classical Academy?
Full-time, benefits-eligible employees are offered the following:
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance options
- Long-term and Short-term disability
- Life insurance
- Participation in the Teachers Retirement System of GA for eligible positions
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Priority enrollment for children in the school
About Northwest Classical Academy:
Northwest Classical Academy (NCA) is a public charter school located in Kennesaw for grades K-11 for the 2025-2026 school year with plans to expand a grade level each year until it is K-12. All Georgia families are eligible to apply; the school is tuition-free, and no entrance testing is required.
Northwest Classical Academy is an equal-opportunity employer. Interested candidates should apply via the school’s career site. Candidates must attach a letter of introduction, a C.V. or resume, and three character references to their application. For faculty positions, please attach a 300-500 word “statement of educational philosophy.”
