About this role
NORTH LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT Job Description Position: ESL Teacher (Elementary) Department: Instructional Job Status: Full Time FLSA Status: Exempt Reports To: Building Principal Grade/Level: Elementary (PreK–5) Travel Requirements: Travels between Crestwood, Lakewood and NLR6 Academy of Agriculture and Vetinary Sciences Supervisory Responsibilities: None Work Schedule:
• 190-day contract
• Monday through Friday
• Daily hours as determined by the Building Principal
Position Summary Provides instruction to elementary students in accordance with Arkansas state licensure and certification requirements. Instructional assignments are determined by the Building Principal. Candidates must hold ESL certification. Essential Functions Classroom Management & Environment
• Establish and enforce rules for student behavior and classroom procedures.
• Maintain a structured, orderly, and inclusive learning environment.
• Demonstrate effective classroom management aligned with district policies and building procedures.
Professional Responsibilities
• Maintain a minimum yearly attendance rate of 95% to support student learning.
• Follow all procedures regarding attendance and punctuality; keep the Principal informed as required.
• Adhere to the Arkansas Educators' Code of Ethics and all district policies.
Instruction & Planning
• Develop and communicate clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects.
• Prepare lesson materials and classroom setups for daily instruction.
• Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet diverse student needs and interests.
• Use research-based instructional practices to deliver a balanced program of instruction.
• Prepare and maintain written lesson plans aligned with curriculum maps and Arkansas State Frameworks.
• Integrate technology effectively into instruction.
Student Assessment & Records
• Maintain accurate, complete student records in compliance with laws and district policies.
• Assign and grade assignments promptly.
• Communicate student progress through required platforms (e.g., Edline or district systems).
• Administer standardized assessments and interpret results to identify student strengths and needs.
• Develop, implement, and update Academic Improvement Plans.
Student Support & Guidance
• Guide and counsel students based on academic and developmental needs.
• Assist with development and implementation of IEPs and 504 Plans.
• Ensure compliance with IDEA and ADA regulations.
• Monitor student use of equipment and materials to promote safety and prevent damage.
Collaboration & Communication
• Maintain cooperative relationships with staff members.
• Confer regularly with parents, guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators.
• Participate in professional meetings, conferences, and training workshops.
• Collaborate with colleagues in curriculum development, evaluation, and program improvement.
Operational Duties
• Prepare reports on students and classroom activities as required.
• Manage classroom materials, including selection, ordering, storage, and inventory.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as assigned.
• Perform supervisory duties in accordance with state regulations.
Compliance Requirements
• Maintain a valid Arkansas teaching license with appropriate ESL certification.
• Meet Highly Qualified Teacher requirements (if applicable).
• Follow all North Little Rock School District Board policies.
• Stay informed of policies available on the NLRSD website (www.nlrsd.org).
Other Duties
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the Building Principal.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
• Competency Statement(s)
• Accountability - accepts responsibility and account for his/her actions
• Accurate - performs work accurately and thoroughly
• Adaptability - adapts to change in the workplace
• Communication, Oral - communicates effectively with others using the spoken word
• Communication, Written - communicates in writing clearly and concisely
• Consensus Building - brings about group solidarity to achieve a goal
• Creative - thinks in such a way as to produce a new concept or idea
• Regular Attendance - reports to work regularly to maximize student progress
• Diversity Oriented - works effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
• Enthusiastic - brings energy to the performance of a task
• Ethical - demonstrates conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards
• Goal Oriented - focuses on a goal and obtains a pre-determined result
• Honesty / Integrity - truthful and seen as credible in the workplace
• Initiative - takes actions to solve problems or reach goals
• Innovative - looks beyond the standard solutions
• Interpersonal - gets along well with a variety of personalities and individuals
• Judgment - formulates sound decisions using the available information
• Loyal - demonstrates a trait of duty to students and to coworkers
• Management Skills - organizes and directs oneself, and a classroom, so as to effectively supervise students
• Motivation - inspires oneself, and students, to reach a goal and/or perform to the best of their ability
• Organized - possesses the trait of being organized so as to follow systematic methods of performing tasks
• Patience - acts calmly under stress and strain
• Positive attitude - optimistic, team-first attitude displayed at all times
• Presentation Skills - effectively presents information to students, parents, and others
• Problem Solving - finds solutions for challenges, deals proactively with work-related problems
• Punctual - reports to work on time, reports to class or other duties on time
• Reliability - dependable and trustworthy
• Responsible - accountable or answerable for one's conduct.
• Tactful - shows consideration for and maintains good relations with students, parents, and coworkers
• Team Building - convinces students, parents, and coworkers to work toward goals
Education Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree with a valid Arkansas Teacher's License with the appropriate certification, in addition to being a Highly Qualified Teacher meeting Arkansas Department of Education standards. ESL CERTIFIED Experience Experience preferred, but not required SKILLS & ABILITIES Computer Skills Basic technology proficiency, with the ability to learn and implement district teacher technology to include grade reporting and parental communication technology (Grade Quick, Ed Line Programs) Certificates & Licenses Valid Arkansas Teacher's License with the appropriate certification, in addition to being a Highly Qualified Teacher in accordance with Arkansas Department of Education requirements. ESL Certified Other Requirements Appreciation for diversity. Ability to pass required ASP/FBI/DHS background checks. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Physical Abilities Lift /Carry Stand C (Constantly) 10 lbs or less F (Frequently) Walk F (Frequently) 11-20 lbs F (Frequently) Sit O (Occasionally) 21-50 lbs F (Frequently) Handling / Fingering F (Frequently) 51-100 lbs N (Not Applicable) Reach Outward F (Frequently) Over 100 lbs N (Not Applicable) Reach Above Shoulder F (Frequently) Climb O (Occasionally) Crawl O (Occasionally) Squat or Kneel O (Occasionally) Bend O (Occasionally) Push / Pull 12 lbs or less F (Frequently) 13-25 lbs F (Frequently) 26-40 lbs O (Occasionally 41-100 lbs N (Not Applicable) N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation. O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day) F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day) C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day) Other Physical Requirements Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral) Sense of Sound (ability to converse with students and parents) Sense of Touch WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to loud, depending on the activities of the day. Duties are performed indoors and occasionally outdoors. The work environment is generally indoors in a school classroom. Large crowds and student assembly situations are encountered in this job. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. The North Little Rock School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.