ELD Coordinator- GRANT FUNDED

Job Title:

English Language Development (ELD) Coordinator (K–3 Instructional Component)

Department: Federal Programs
Reports To: Associate Superintendent of Federal Programs
Work Year: 195 Days

Position Summary

The English Language Development (ELD) Coordinator provides districtwide leadership for English Learner (EL) programming to ensure equitable access to grade-level curriculum and academic success for all EL students. This position is responsible for overseeing program implementation, ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements, supporting instructional effectiveness, and monitoring student progress.

In addition to district leadership responsibilities, the ELD Coordinator will serve in a 0.5 instructional role at Central Primary School, providing targeted English language development services to students in grades 1–3. This dual-role position is designed to strengthen early language acquisition and improve long-term academic outcomes for English Learners.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Districtwide Leadership and Program Oversight

• Coordinate and oversee the district’s English Learner program to ensure consistent, high-quality implementation across all schools
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements related to EL services, including Title III and other applicable programs
• Develop, implement, and monitor district EL plans, procedures, and program models
• Collaborate with school administrators and instructional staff to support EL program fidelity
• Analyze EL student data (e.g., language proficiency, academic performance, reclassification rates) to guide decision-making and program improvement
• Prepare reports and documentation required for state and federal accountability

Instructional Support and Professional Development

• Provide ongoing professional development and coaching to teachers on effective ELD strategies, sheltered instruction, and language acquisition practices
• Support integration of language development across content areas
• Assist teachers in using data to differentiate instruction for English Learners
• Develop and share instructional resources aligned to English language proficiency standards

Direct Student Services (0.5 Assignment)

• Deliver targeted, small-group English language development instruction to students in grades 1–3 at Central Primary School
• Design and implement lessons aligned to students’ English proficiency levels and academic needs
• Monitor and document student progress in language acquisition and literacy development
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to align ELD instruction with core content

Family and Community Engagement

• Support communication with families of English Learners regarding program services and student progress
• Promote family engagement strategies that support language development and academic success

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field
• Valid state teaching license
• Endorsement in TESOL
• Minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching experience, preferably with English Learners

Preferred

• Master’s degree in TESOL, Bilingual Education, Educational Leadership, or related field
• Experience in program coordination, instructional coaching, or leadership roles
• Knowledge of federal programs, including Title III requirements
• Experience with data analysis and progress monitoring systems

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of second language acquisition and effective ELD instructional strategies
• Ability to analyze and interpret student data to inform instruction and program decisions
• Effective coaching and professional development skills
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations, staff, and families

Working Conditions

• Combination of office, classroom, and school-site environments
• Frequent travel between district schools
• Occasional evening or after-hours meetings

Performance Outcomes / Expected Impact

• Increased English language proficiency growth among EL students
• Improved early literacy outcomes in grades 1–3
• Strengthened instructional capacity of teachers serving English Learners
• Greater consistency and fidelity of EL services across the district
• Reduction in long-term English Learner identification rates

Evaluation

Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with district policy and based on program effectiveness, student outcomes, compliance, and instructional impact.