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Framework

Virtual Tutor Fall 2026

Ashburn, VA · On-site +1

$30/hr

All Curriculum & lesson materials provided - no lesson planning required * Flexible scheduling ... Ongoing professional development opportunities * Supportive, highly communicative virtual workspace ...

Framework

Virtual Tutor Fall 2026

Ashburn, VA · On-site +1

$30/hr

All Curriculum & lesson materials provided - no lesson planning required * Flexible scheduling ... Ongoing professional development opportunities * Supportive, highly communicative virtual workspace ...

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How much do esl curriculum development jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for esl curriculum development in Virginia is $36.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.12 and $38.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is ESL curriculum development?

ESL curriculum development is the process of designing, organizing, and refining educational materials and lesson plans specifically for students learning English as a Second Language. This involves creating structured learning objectives, activities, assessments, and resources that address the language needs of diverse learners. Effective ESL curriculum development ensures that lessons are engaging, culturally relevant, and aligned with language proficiency standards, helping students improve their reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills in English.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an ESL curriculum developer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an ESL Curriculum Developer, you need expertise in language acquisition, instructional design, and a solid understanding of English grammar and pedagogy, often supported by a degree in education or TESOL certification. Familiarity with curriculum mapping tools, learning management systems (LMS), and educational technology is commonly required. Strong collaboration, creativity, and cross-cultural communication skills help create engaging, relevant materials for diverse learners. These skills ensure that effective, adaptable curricula are developed to meet varied student needs and educational standards.

What is the difference between Esl Curriculum Development vs Esl Teaching?

AspectEsl Curriculum DevelopmentEsl Teaching
Primary FocusDesigning and developing language learning curricula and materialsDelivering lessons and engaging students in language acquisition
Required CredentialsOften requires education degrees, TESOL/TEFL certification, curriculum design experienceTESOL/TEFL certification, teaching experience, language proficiency
Work EnvironmentEducational institutions, curriculum companies, online platformsClassrooms, language schools, online teaching platforms
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by curriculum developers, educational publishers, language institutesUsed by language schools, private tutors, online education providers

In summary, Esl Curriculum Development involves creating and designing language learning programs, while Esl Teaching focuses on delivering lessons directly to students. Both roles require language proficiency and relevant certifications but differ in their primary responsibilities and work settings.

What are some common challenges faced when developing ESL curriculum for diverse classrooms?

One of the main challenges in ESL curriculum development is addressing the wide range of language proficiency levels, cultural backgrounds, and learning styles within a single classroom. Curriculum developers must create adaptable materials that engage beginners and advanced learners alike, while also ensuring content is culturally sensitive and relevant. Collaboration with teachers and regular feedback are vital to refining resources and maintaining student engagement. Staying updated with educational technology and evolving language standards is also essential for ongoing curriculum effectiveness.

What are ESL curriculum development jobs?

ESL curriculum development focuses on creating lesson plans that help teachers teach students to read and write in English as a second language. In this role, you may design a variety of lesson plans, help develop instructional materials, and provide alternatives to help address the unique needs of students. Unlike many other subjects, ESL often involves working with students who have widely varying vocabularies and experience with English, so flexibility in lesson plans is particularly important. ESL jobs should not be confused with similarly-named ASL jobs, which focus on working with deaf or hard of hearing students rather than those learning English as a second language.

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2026-27 Special Education ISPD Teacher 7-8

Arlington Independent School District

Arlington, VA • On-site

$57K - $76K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Arlington Independent School District rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

163rd of 631 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Teacher/Professional - Special Education - Special Education ISPD Teacher
Grades 7-8
Job Number 0000763878
Start Date
Open Date 02/01/2026
Closing Date 05/30/2027
ROLE AND PURPOSE:
  • Work collaboratively with general education teachers to provide students with disabilities appropriate learning strategies, assistive technology, activities and experiences to ensure access to grade level instruction and intervention to foster the educational, social, emotional, and functional success of students with disabilities in specialized programs such as: Alternative Curriculum (Alt Curric), Individuals with Severe and Profound Disabilities (ISPD), Academic and Behavioral Learning Environment (ABLE), and Social Emotional and Academic Skills (SEAS).

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
  • Bachelor's degree in a directly related field
  • Valid Texas teacher certificate with required Special Education endorsement or required training for subject and level assigned. For example, Core Subjects EC-6 or 4-8 plus Special Education Supplemental.
  • ESL, preferred. If candidate does not have ESL, he/she will be given 1 year to obtain certification.

Experience:
  • One year of student teaching or approved internship
  • Training in behavior modification, preferred

Special Knowledge or Skills:
  • Ability to work with children with more severe physical, mental, and emotional disabilities
  • Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior using positive behavioral and intervention supports/strategies, and classroom management
  • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to effectively integrate assistive technology into the curriculum
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
  • Ability to be patient, flexible, and versatile
  • Ability to design and implement structured environments and activities
  • Ability to analyze behavioral functions and teach replacement behaviors
  • Ability to design and implement communication and work systems

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT
  • Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district's curriculum and show written evidence of preparation as required.
  • Implement an instructional or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
  • Work collaboratively with administrators, team leaders, and general education teachers to deliver IEP services and supports in the least restrictive environment for individual students.
  • Collaborate with students, parents, and other staff members to develop and progress monitor Individual Education Plans (IEP) through the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) process for each student assigned.
  • Plan and use a variety of appropriate instructional and learning strategies, techniques, activities, materials, technology, and equipment that reflect an understanding of the learning styles, instructional, communication, and social-emotional needs of students.
  • Use data frequently to monitor student progress towards meeting IEP goals; adjust instructional and intervention services and supports as necessary to ensure students make progress.
  • Scaffold instruction and accommodations and adapt activities to ensure equal access to grade level instruction.
  • Utilize the most effective collaborative teaching techniques and strategies in inclusion supported classrooms.
  • Plan, deliver and progress monitor individual and small group direct instruction for students who require intensive intervention for behavior, academics, developmental skills, communication, etc.
  • Participate in ARD committee meetings on a regular basis.

SCHOOL/ORGANIZATION CLIMATE
  • Model core organizational beliefs and values.
  • Perform duties in an effective and efficient manner for the purpose of supporting and contributing to high student achievement.
  • Consult with teacher and principal on all general administration items including personnel policies.
  • Attend and participate in faculty meetings and special events and serve on staff committees and PLC's as required.
  • Comply with the Professional Code of Ethics and Standard Practices of Texas Educators.

SCHOOL/ORGANIZATIONAL IMPROVEMENT
  • Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required
  • Attend training as required by the job assignment and district/campus improvement plan.

ADMINISTRATION AND FISCAL/FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
  • Operate office equipment, assistive technology devices, classroom audio-visual technology, and use computer to retrieve and send email and use district required system/software.
  • Maintain classroom organization and cleanliness.
  • Comply with all district policies, operating procedures, legal regulatory requirements, and verbal and written directives.
  • Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.

STUDENT MANAGEMENT
  • Interact with students professionally, calmly, intentionally using language for teaching and de-escalation.
  • Implement individual student behavior intervention plans (BIP) for student academic and social emotional success.
  • Regularly assist students with disabilities across all settings according to their needs, including but not limited to, safe transfer to and from wheelchairs, lifting, positioning, and use of assistive technology.
  • Implement systems to safely and effectively transition students.
  • Provide, supervise, document, and report personal care as stated in the IEP and district requirements, while maintaining student dignity and safety.

SCHOOL/COMMUNITY RELATIONS
  • Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals and teachers.
  • Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
  • Ensure that all interactions with students, district personnel, and parents are supportive, courteous, and respectful.
  • Maintain confidentiality of student information per FERPA requirements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made if necessary:
    • While performing the duties of a classroom teacher, the employee may frequently be required to stoop, reach, stand, walk, lift, pull, push, grasp, talk, hear, see and use repetitive physical motions.
    • While performing these duties of the job, the employee may frequently be required to lift and / or move at least 50 pounds of materials, or lift children from wheelchairs, onto changing tables, etc.
    • While performing the duties of the job assignment, the employee may frequently be required to deescalate physical aggression including the use of safe, non-harmful physical restraint procedures.

PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
  • Participate in hygiene, communication systems, specific teaching methodologies, assistive technology, lifts and transfers, first aid, CPR, TBSI online training, and Mandt System trainings as required by the job assignment to a specialized program.
  • Seek professional learning to support students with disabilities as specific to role and responsibility.
  • Participate in professional learning to improve job performance and support growth goals.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Supervise students during bus duty, building/playground duty, lunch duty, and co-curricular activities
  • Plan assignments and supervise teacher assistants and volunteers.

MISCELLANEOUS
  • Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
  • Receive necessary vaccinations to prevent the contraction and spread of communicable diseases, such as Hepatitis.
  • Wear appropriate equipment for safe lifts and transfers.

NOTE: In order to minimize current campus disruption, current teachers and classroom assistants may only apply to job postings if the position is a promotion. A promotion is defined by an increase in salary grade or incremental stipend. This does not apply if the transfer window is open.
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Additional Job Information
This position receives a $3,000/year stipend.
This is a pooled position. It is open year round even if no current openings exist.
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