Coordinator - Instructional Coach - ESL/Bilingual

Primary Purpose:

Provide leadership and coordination to provide an aligned and articulated instructional program in the subject area assigned.

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree preferred from accredited university with a major in assigned subject
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of curriculum design and implementation
• Knowledge of Spanish Literacy
• Ability to evaluate instruction programs and teaching effectiveness
• Ability to interpret data
• Knowledge of planning, staff development, and accreditation
• Must have excellent interpersonal, organizational and technology skills
• Ability to demonstrate leadership and management skills, and relate positively to the staff
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Spanish

Experience:

Five years teaching experience in subject area assigned

Essential Job Functions:

• Participate in the coordination, development, implementation, and monitoring of Bilingual & ESL programs and related curriculum materials, including curriculum guides, course outlines, and teaching plans.
• Collaborate with directors and campus principals in developing and supervising the Bilingual & ESL instructional programs.
• Plan, improve, and oversee testing programs for the assigned subject area including TELPAS and STAAR.
• Support campus language proficiency assessment committees (LPAC) with implementation of LPACs and compliance checks.
• Coordinate the ordering and use of instructional aids and materials for assigned subject area.
• Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to examine curriculum and instruction program effectiveness for the assigned subject area.
• Engage web-based tools for communication, dissemination of information and productivity.
• Assist in the preparation of the budget and administration of the budget for supplies, equipment, and facilities in the area of assignment.
• Plan and provide staff development for teachers, administrators, and staff in designated subject area and general C&I related processes.
• Disseminate information regarding current research and significant developments on the state and national levels in the area assigned.
• Observe classroom instruction and provide feedback and assistance to classroom teachers to facilitate improvement and innovation.
• Assist in communicating information to parent and community members about school programs.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
• Conduct extensive surveys to determine needs at specific levels of education district wide.
• Coordinate a district wide staff development calendar.
• Serve as a resource to teachers, principals, district staff, and the community.
• Research best practice related to specialized areas and work to secure training.
• Secure consultants, speakers and presenters.
• Disseminate information about best practices through professional development catalog, newsletters, and website.
• Conduct evaluations related to scheduled training.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other administrator that are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications for the position.
• Demonstrates principles of the Manor ISD People Experience.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Equipment used:

Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment

Working Conditions

The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress

Work with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands:

Lifting (15-44 pounds)

Carrying (15-44 pounds)

Sitting

Standing

Bending/Stooping

Kneeling

Pushing/Pulling

Repetitive hand motions

Keyboarding/mouse

Speaking clearly

Hearing

Environmental Factors:

Exposure to noise

Work prolonged or irregular hours