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North Stonington, CT · On-site

Provide support to Estimating on special projects * Assist with Procurement and Scope Package ... Ability to communicate fluently in the English language; * Excellent computer aptitude including ...

A/Z Corporation

Project Engineer

North Stonington, CT · On-site

$65K - $95K/yr

Provide support to Estimating on special projects * Assist with Procurement and Scope Package ... Ability to communicate fluently in the English language; * Excellent computer aptitude including ...

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What is the difference between English Language Assistant vs English Teacher?

AspectEnglish Language AssistantEnglish Teacher
Required CredentialsTypically a high school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require a TEFL or TESOL certificationUsually a bachelor's degree in education, English, or related field; teaching certification often required
Work EnvironmentAssists in language classrooms, supports teachers, and interacts with students in schools or language programsLeads classes, plans lessons, assesses students, and manages classroom activities
Employer & Industry UsageUsed mainly in schools, cultural exchange programs, and language institutesEmployed as full-time or part-time teachers in schools, language centers, or private institutions

While both roles involve teaching English, an English Language Assistant typically supports classroom activities and assists teachers, often in exchange or cultural programs, with fewer credentials required. An English Teacher usually leads classes independently, requiring more formal education and certification. The roles differ mainly in responsibility level and qualifications, but both contribute to English language education.

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Infographic showing various English Language Assistant job openings in Groton, CT as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Dual Language Grade 2 Teacher (Dos Ríos Program)

Windham Public Schools

Willimantic, CT • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Dual Language Education/Dual Language
Date Posted:
6/25/2026
Location:
North Windham Elementary School
(High-Needs School)
Position Description
North Windham School seeks a Grade 2 Dual Language Teacher in our One-Way Dual Language Program, Dos R os. Students in the one-way program are native Spanish speakers and learning English as a second or additional language. Teacher delivers elementary subject area instruction 50% of the time in Spanish and 50% of the time in English.
The ideal candidate holds CT #902 and #305 endorsements. In times of shortage, Elementary Ed-certified candidates with demonstrated Spanish proficiency and a commitment to becoming certified in Bilingual Elementary Ed will also be considered. The candidate has experience teaching the multiple content areas usually taught by elementary teachers and familiarity with instructional strategies used with students learning an additional language. The candidate should demonstrate Spanish and English language proficiency and strong knowledge of linguistics and early literacy development in Spanish for emergent bilinguals.
Teacher is expected to collaborate with both general education classroom teachers, special education teachers, related service providers, and other specialists. Teacher is expected to plan, instruct, and assess students based on grade-level, content area standards, as well as engage in professional learning activities specific to Dual Language Education and in accordance with the CT Common Core of Teaching and the CT Professional Code of Professional Responsibility.
Windham has a large English Learner population, and every Windham school qualifies for Bilingual Education. Most of our English Learners are native Spanish or K'iche' speakers. Teachers in the Dos R os and Compa eros Dual Language Programs are members of the Department of Equity & Multilingual Education. The EME Department provides language programs and services to more than one-third of the students in the district. Those programs and services include El Nido Dual PK, Dos R os One-way Dual K-5, Compa eros Two-way Dual K-5, Compa eros Unidos 6-8, ESOL K-12, and Spanish as a World Language. Windham's Dual Language teachers receive guidance and coaching throughout the year from Dual Language Specialists and Supervisors in the Department of Equity & Multilingual Education.
Essential Functions:
  • Adhere to the Connecticut Code of Professional Responsibility
  • Ensures safety of students
  • Implements the Windham Board of Education and administrative policies, rules, regulations and directives
  • Manage the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain an advantageous learning environment
  • Prepares lesson plans that achieve clear objectives, uses appropriate techniques, and serves the needs of all learners in the classroom
  • Maintains accurate and complete records as required
  • Attends parent/teacher conferences
  • Assess student learning on continual basis and identifies areas of intervention if needed
  • Follow the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined and approved by the Windham Board of Education
  • Maintains respect for confidential information
  • Keeps parents up-to-date of student progress through use of interim reports, report cards, and/or conferences
  • Design instruction to meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as needed
  • Design clear and specific learning assessments
  • Maintain a positive learning environment that encourages open communication between the teacher and learner
  • Maintain a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior
  • Maintain ongoing communication with parents
  • Other duties as assigned by Administrator and/or Superintendent

Other Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Assist in the selection of textbooks, equipment and other education materials
  • Establish and maintain professional relationships
  • Participate in professional learning by attending seminars and workshops to improve instructional practice and positively affect student achievement

Qualifications/Certificates:
  • Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
  • Active subject matter certificate as required by the Connecticut State Department of Education
  • CT Certification 305 1-6 and/or 111 TESOL
  • Experience working with a diverse student demographic
  • Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Windham Board of Education may find appropriate

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Ability to foster and facilitate learning and classroom management
  • Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
  • Effective, active listening skills
  • Ability to work effectively with others
  • Organizational and problem solving skills
  • Excellent public relations skills

Days: Monday - Friday
Salary: In accordance with the WFT contract
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Windham Public Schools
WINDHAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Windham Public Schools to ensure equal employment opportunity to every person regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender; gender identity or expression, sexual preference or physical and mental disability; and to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, sexual preference, or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities.

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