Job Title:  Bilingual/ESL Instructional Support and Family Engagement Specialist  Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports to:  Bilingual/ESL Executive Director                                         Pay Grade:  Admin Pay 3

Dept./School: Bilingual and ESL Department                                         Days: 227

Funding: Title III

Primary Purpose:  To support the academic achievement of emergent bilingual students by providing supplemental instructional support aligned with Title III requirements; to plan and deliver data-driven professional development for teachers of emergent bilingual students; and to promote meaningful family and community engagement that enhances participation in bilingual/ESL programs.  Serve as a liaison between schools, families, and the community in supporting emergent bilingual, migrant and immigrant students.      

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Bilingual or ESL Certified
• Valid Texas Teaching Certificate

Special Knowledge Skills:

• Knowledge of bilingual and ESL programs
• Knowledge of Title III requirements
• Fluency in English and Spanish
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated skills in writing, editing, and public speaking in English and Spanish
• Ability to analyze and interpret student performance data to inform instruction and professional learning
• Knowledge of effective instructional strategies for emergent bilingual, migrant and immigrant students

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience, preferably with emergent bilingual students
• Experience analyzing student data (TELPAS, STAAR, and local assessments)
• Experience with social media and technology platforms
• Community and/or school involvement

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Develop bilingual and ESL presentations to present at parent meetings at school, home, or other community locations to promote program awareness and information.
• Assist in development, use, and monitoring of social media and online communication tools to increase parent and community awareness and to share important information and events in English and Spanish to parents of bilingual/ESL students.
• Assist in translation of and dissemination of department and program information to families of EBs to promote awareness and involvement in campus, department, and community activities and events.
• Foster positive relations between bilingual/ESL parents and campuses and the community by conveying a positive image and a genuine concern for the involvement of families of EBs.
• Assist with record keeping and reports as required for Title III activities.
• Make home visits for the purpose of gathering helpful information, promoting school involvement and encouraging bilingual/ESL family participation.
• Serve as a liaison between home, school and community.
• Inform appropriate school and department personnel of concerns of families of EBs;
• Perform duties in a culturally sensitive manner.
• Analyze student performance data to identify trends, instructional gaps, and targeted support needs for EBs
• Plan, develop, and deliver data-driven professional development aligned to Title III and district goals to improve instruction for EBs
• Participates in professional development programs which lead to improved job performance
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of professional development through ongoing data review and provide coaching and follow-up support
• Perform other duties as assigned by Bilingual/ESL Executive Director.
• Support the district’s embedded instructional framework (AVID WICOR)
• Participate in campus visits to assess Academic and Accountability implementation and provide support
• Support the implementation and monitoring of district Academic and Accountability initiatives

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: Work inside; frequent districtwide travel; occasional statewide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Salary : $75,228 - $101,778