Alief Independent School District hiring Elementary District Dual Language Instructional Specialist @ Instruction Department in Houston, TX | LinkedIn (2024)

Elementary District Dual Language & ESL Instructional Specialist @ Instruction Department (Internal employees must use the internal link to login & apply.)

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Primary PurposeTo facilitate, support, model and coach teachers and campuses in meeting the needs of their Emergent Bilingual populations within Bilingual/Dual Language and ESL programming

Education/Certification Qualifications:

• Valid Texas Teaching Certificate
• Bilingual certified in Spanish bilingual education
• T-TESS – Proficient

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong background in Bi-literacy, Spanish grammar instruction and second language acquisition
• Knowledge and experience with planning and implementation of the Dual Language Pillars, Spanish Language Arts TEKS, Cross Linguistic Connections, PVR
• Knowledge & experience leading ESL Compliance requirements, reporting and LPAC
• Trained in SIOP (3 day training), Reading Academy, ELPS and TELPAS
• Experience with Effective Schools Framework
• Excellent Human Relations Skillset
• Ability to communicate effectively with bilingual parents and students
• Flexible and able to adjust schedule (may include evenings and Saturdays)

Experience

• Minimum five (5) years of teaching experience with Emergent Bilingual students (K-6)
• Campus ESL Specialist and/or Reading Specialist of Bilingual campus (ILT member)
• TWDL/OWDL Teaching experience (grades 2-6) preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties: Program Management

• Coach classroom teachers in the use of effective research based instructional strategies and methodologies; Collect data and progress monitor across grades and contents
• Assist/mentor new teachers with the planning and development of Dual Language program and instruction.
• Provide demonstration lessons, assistance and resources for campus personnel to meet the varied learning needs of EB students.
• Assist teachers in the development of effective lesson plans and appropriate grading practices.
• Serve as a resource to campuses on appropriate placement EB students.
• Assist campus staff and teachers in appropriately assessing the needs of EB students.
• Serve as a resource for instructional specialists and content coordinators to integrate bi-literacy, differentiated instruction, sheltered instruction, and language development strategies.
• Meet on a regular basis with campus and district personnel to analyze data and monitor program effectiveness.
• Serve as liaison between the campus and the district to ensure that the needs of the EB students are addressed in all program areas and that the district Dual Language program and policies are being implemented consistently across the district.
• Develop and present Bi-literacy staff development sessions at the campus and district levels.
• Develop Dual Language curriculum, assessments, and supplemental materials to support EB instruction.
• Research and stay abreast of current research and trends in Dual Language and second language acquisition.
• Conduct a minimum of 4 SIOP classroom walk-throughs per week to debrief with and coach teachers towards continuous improvement.
• Conduct a minimum of 4 DL classroom walk-throughs per week to debrief with and coach teachers towards continuous improvement.
• Provide guidance to STAAR grade DL teachers and specialists during weekly DL planning and Long Range Planning

Other

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain an appropriate level of technology competence to meet the current and future needs of Alief. (Microsoft Office, Cognos, e-School Plus, SchoolCity, Cambium and Schoology)
• Implement alternative methods of instruction and interventions as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory ResponsibilitiesNone

EvaluationPerformance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of Professional Non-Supervisor Personnel.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental FactorsTools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals

Posture: Standing, prolonged sitting, occasional kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching; may also require climbing stairs and reaching over head

Lifting: Moderate lifting and carrying (up to 15 pounds); May require occasional heavy lifting and carrying (15-45 pounds)

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent districtwide or in-state travel; all campuses are temperature controlled with hard surface floors

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

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

The full job description for this position is included within this job posting. By applying for this position you are accepting the responsibilities and duties of this position as they are listed in the job description.

Hiring administrators review applications, interview, and recommend for hire.

Pay Grade P1Other

205 Days

2023-2024 Salary Schedule

(Internal employees must use the internal link to login & apply.)

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