Teacher, English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

Build a Career with Purpose Help transform lives through education at the Hampden County Sheriff's Office. At HCSO, we believe every person has the potential to learn, grow, and build a brighter future. Our educators play an important role in making that possible by helping students develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to move forward.

We're seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic, and compassionate ESOL Teacher to work with justice-involved men at our Main Institution in Ludlow. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by helping adult learners strengthen their English-language skills, communicate more confidently, and access new opportunities for education, employment, and successful reentry.

Our classroom environment is built on respect, encouragement, and personal growth. If you're a patient, creative educator who enjoys helping students overcome challenges and achieve their goals, this is an opportunity to put your teaching skills to work in a role that truly matters. Work Schedule & Location Monday-Friday, 8 a.

m.-4 p.m. Hampden County Sheriff's Office Main Institution Ludlow, Massachusetts Benefits HCSO employees receive a comprehensive Commonwealth of Massachusetts benefits package, including excellent health care options, dental coverage, life insurance, long-term disability coverage, paid vacation and holidays, and participation in the Massachusetts State Employees’ Retirement System, one of the strongest public pension systems in the nation.

Application Deadline: November 16, 2026 About the Role As an ESOL Teacher, you'll help adult learners develop practical English-language skills that support communication, independence, and lifelong learning. You'll work with students whose primary language is not English, tailoring instruction to their individual abilities, educational backgrounds, and learning needs.

Through engaging lessons, supportive guidance, and meaningful learning experiences, you'll help students strengthen their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills while building the confidence to use English in academic, professional, and everyday settings. You'll also incorporate relevant subject matter and career awareness into instruction, helping students connect what they learn in the classroom to opportunities beyond it.

This is more than teaching English. It's helping people find their voice, recognize their potential, and take meaningful steps toward a brighter future.

What You'll Do

Creating a welcoming, structured, and supportive classroom where students feel respected, encouraged, and motivated to learn. Developing and delivering engaging ESOL lessons that address different English-proficiency levels, learning styles, and educational needs. Assessing students' English-language proficiency and educational needs to support appropriate placement and enrollment.

Developing individualized lessons and learning experiences that help students build skills and work toward their goals. Using educational technology, including SMART Boards and classroom software, to enhance instruction and student engagement. Applying effective classroom-management strategies while fostering patience, respect, participation, and a positive learning environment.

Why Join the HCSO Education Team? Because education can change the direction of a life. At HCSO, you'll be part of a team that recognizes the potential in every person and believes that learning can create new possibilities. As an ESOL educator, you'll help students overcome language barriers, develop greater confidence, and build skills that can support their families, future employment, and successful return to the community.

You'll have the opportunity to use your professional expertise in a setting where patience, creativity, compassion, and encouragement can make a lasting difference. Bring your teaching skills. Bring your creativity. Help students discover what's possible.

Pay: $71078.15 - $86150.49 per year

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field, with at least two years of experience as a K-12 classroom teacher or adult education instructor. Experience in correctional education is preferred.; Massachusetts teaching license, TESOL certificate, ESOL-related certification, or actively working toward an applicable credential.; Experience teaching ESOL to students at varying proficiency levels, with an emphasis on developing speaking, listening, reading, writing, and academic and social language skills.

; Knowledge of educational assessments and the ability to assess student needs and support appropriate instructional placement.; Experience using contextualized curricula and integrating career awareness into instruction.; Strong communication, classroom-management, organizational, and interpersonal skills.; Patience, flexibility, and the ability to adapt instruction to diverse learning needs and backgrounds.

; Working knowledge of Windows-based applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as educational software and SMART Board technology.; Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred.; Applicants are subject to a background investigation, drug screening, and medical clearance.

The Hampden County Sheriff’s Office is not your average law enforcement agency. Behind the walls of our facilities in Western Massachusetts, our firm but fair approach to corrections has been emulated across the country and changed countless lives for the better. We provide empathy and opportunity to all who come under our care and custody with the aim of uplifting individuals and their families.

In the community, Sheriff Nick Cocchi’s ‘never say no’ attitude has evolved the field of community policing, bridging the divide between residents and unmet needs in our neighborhoods. You’ll find our dedicated staff in the parks, on the waterways, in our schools and on the streets to be a positive, proactive partner for the public good.

If you want to help make the world a better place, consider joining our team! The Hampden County Sheriff’s Office proudly supports equal opportunity for all people, regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, and any other category protected by law.