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Manchester Township School District

NJ · On-site

$85 - $110/hr

A 18A:27.1 et seq., and NJAC Title 6 Chapter 11 with a Speech Language Specialist endorsement (N.J ... Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, with students, staff ...

CaptionCall

Sign Language Specialist

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$57K - $96K/yr

Transcribe ASL content to English * Annotate sign language video content, adding linguistic labels ... Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with peer Specialists, Senior Specialists ...

CaptionCall

Sign Language Specialist

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$27.74 - $46.30/hr

Transcribe ASL content to English * Annotate sign language video content, adding linguistic labels ... Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with peer Specialists, Senior Specialists ...

Sorenson

Sign Language Specialist

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

Transcribe ASL content to English * Annotate sign language video content, adding linguistic labels ... Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with peer Specialists, Senior Specialists ...

JTG, inc.

Language Specialists

New York, NY · On-site

... on each specialist's experience, skills, interest, and availability. Languages * Arabic ... Professional proficiency in the requested language and English * Ability to work with authentic ...

9dot

English Language Learner Coach

Victorville, CA · On-site

$3.1K - $4.6K/wk

English Language Development Specialist or similar experience * Proficiency in Spanish preferred * Knowledge of English Language Development and SDAIE Company Benefits and Perks : * We offer a ...

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How much do english language specialist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for english language specialist in the United States is $63,364.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,500.00 and $71,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an English Language Specialist do?

An English Language Specialist focuses on improving language proficiency through teaching, curriculum development, and linguistic training. They work in educational institutions, businesses, or government programs to enhance communication skills. Responsibilities may include designing instructional materials, coaching non-native speakers, and assessing language proficiency. Their expertise helps individuals or organizations achieve fluency and effective communication in English.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an English Language Specialist?

To thrive as an English Language Specialist, you need advanced proficiency in English language, linguistics, and teaching methodologies, often supported by a relevant degree or certification such as TEFL, TESOL, or CELTA. Familiarity with digital language learning platforms, assessment tools, and content management systems is commonly required. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly help professionals excel in this position. These competencies ensure effective instruction, learner engagement, and high-quality language assessments across diverse settings.

What does a typical workday look like for an English Language Specialist?

A typical workday for an English Language Specialist involves creating lesson plans, delivering language instruction to individuals or groups, assessing students’ proficiency, and providing constructive feedback. You may also collaborate with curriculum designers, participate in professional development sessions, and utilize digital tools to enhance learning experiences. In many settings, you’ll interact with students or colleagues from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds, requiring adaptability and strong communication skills. The role often involves balancing administrative tasks with interactive teaching and ongoing self-improvement.

What skills do you need to be an English Language Specialist?

An English Language Specialist needs strong proficiency in English grammar, vocabulary, and writing skills. They should have excellent communication abilities, attention to detail, and often familiarity with language assessment tools or educational technology. Additional skills may include cultural awareness and the ability to adapt language for different audiences.
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Infographic showing various English Language Specialist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,364 per year, or $30.5 per hour.

Regional English Language Teacher

National Heritage Academies

Detroit, MI

Part-time

Posted 29 days ago

National Heritage Academies rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 33 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

468th of 640 rated elementary and secondary schools

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Regent Park Scholars Charter Academy - Detroit, Michigan
 

Westfield Charter Academy - Redford, Michigan

Westfield Preparatory High School - Redford Charter Township, Michigan

The English Language (EL) teacher provides English language development instruction to children who are acquiring English as an additional language. The EL Teacher works collaboratively with other school-based instructional personnel to meet the individual needs of each English Learner (EL)/Multilingual Learner (ML) child. Required activities include planning and delivering lessons, collaborating with classroom teachers and specialists, administering formative and summative assessments to measure language progress, completing documentation required for compliance with state and federal guidelines, and attending regular Professional Development.

National Heritage Academies (NHA) partner schools seek to grow and empower our teachers by providing ample opportunities to learn together and from each other. A few of the ways we do this include Regional Professional Learning events that embed instructional growth with networking opportunities and monthly virtual EL specific professional learning sessions. Each EL Teacher meets regularly with the Dean of EL Program Services to receive coaching and development. Each school is supported by a dedicated EL Curriculum Specialist to provide targeted EL instructional coaching.


Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Plans and delivers lessons to promote students' English language development.

  • Collaborates with classroom teachers and specialists to ensure achievement of EL/MLs across content areas through the Sheltered Instruction and the English Language Development program models.

  • Administers formative and summative assessments to monitor language progress and ensure student achievement.

  • Completes documentation required for compliance with state and federal guidelines.

  • Completes daily logs of student services.

  • Attends regular Professional Development offerings.

  • Be available for afternoon and evening parent-teacher conferences and school events.

  • Demonstrates knowledge of first and second language acquisition theory, second language learning patterns, and best practices in English language development.

  • Reflects an awareness and acceptance of cultural differences exhibited by the students and their families.

  • Possesses those characteristics necessary for acting as an advocate for multilingual families within the school.

  • Read, analyze, and interpret student academic data.

  • Demonstrates the ability to effectively communicate with classroom teachers, administration, and families.

  • Additional duties as assigned.

    For MI only: Candidates for English Language (EL) Teacher positions should preferably hold a valid teaching license for the grades they will serve (K-8 or 6-12) and an English as a Second Language (NS) or a Bilingual endorsement. Minimally, candidates for this position must be on an approved pathway towards gaining licensure for the grades they serve (K-8 or 6-12) within three years and then obtain an NS or YA-YT endorsement within 2 years of certification.

    Company Information:
    National Heritage Academies (NHA) partners with communities to build and operate public charter schools. Founded in 1995, today NHA serves over 100 schools in nine states, with more than 65,000 students in kindergarten through 12th grade. Our schools are designed to eliminate the achievement gap and provide school choice to families so their children are prepared for success in college, career, and life. A majority of our schools consistently outperform their local district on the state test. According to the Center for Research on Education Outcomes at Stanford University, NHA is a leading performer among charter schools and management organizations, outperforming both conventional district schools and other charter school operators. In addition, according to our employee survey, over 90% of respondents agree that the work they do is meaningful to them. Join our team.

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