Coordinator, ESL & LPAC

JOB TITLE: Coordinator ESL & LPAC WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Director of Multilingual Services and Community Engagement

DEPT. /SCHOOL: Office of Academics DATE REVISED: June 2025

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Primary Purpose: Coordinate and support the core curriculum programs and Tier 1 initiatives across the district specifically in the areas of second language acquisition culturally responsive instruction and LPAC compliance. Serve as an instructional leader in the development of instructional programs in these areas in order to improve teacher efficacy. Support instructional staff by providing modeling and coaching cycles using research-based strategies in order to improve student learning outcomes and second language acquisition for Emerging Bilingual and English Learner students.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

Masters degree from accredited university in educational administration content area or curriculum and instruction preferred

Valid Texas teaching certificate including ESL Supplemental

Valid Texas Mid-management Certification preferred

Minimum of three years of effective teaching experience.

Teaching experience in ESL 6-12 preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:

In-depth knowledge of curriculum design and implementation

Effectively evaluate programs in second language acquisition and culturally relevant instruction

In-depth knowledge of ESL programs curriculum and instructional best practices

In-depth knowledge of Chapter 89. Adaptations for Special Populations Subchapter BB. Commissioners Rules Concerning State Plan for Educating Emergent Bilingual Students

Effective instructional delivery techniques and the ability to guide and develop instructional support staff to improve teacher efficacy

Effectively establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers administrators community members students and other stakeholders

Effectively model best instructional practices in classrooms with EB/EL students

Effectively evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness

Effectively collaborate with district/campus leaders teachers and instructional support staff

Effectively design and deliver professional development to adult learners

Effectively facilitate and model coaching conversations

Effectively interpret and use data to design high quality lessons and other instructional activities Demonstrate initiative and innovation in the work environment

Understand continuous improvement and ability to facilitate goal setting

Ability to interpret policy procedures and data

Strong communication public relations and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Minimum of three years teaching experience in content area assigned/certification in content area

Experience in school administration or school leadership preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Coordinate support to teachers in the implementation of instructional strategies and methodologies to improve student outcomes in general and second language acquisition for Emerging Bilingual and English Learner students
2. Balance the continuum of coaching interactions including for second language acquisition (consulting collaborating coaching)
3. Work cooperatively with district and campus administrators in developing and coaching staff on instructional programs and best practices in second language acquisition and culturally responsive instruction
4. Plan and provide staff development for teachers administrators and staff
5. Engage in current research provide school and district-wide professional learning and disseminate information and other significant educational developments on the state and national levels regarding best practices
6. Observe classroom learners to improve learning and teacher efficacy
7. Assist the district administrative team in establishing a calendar for professional learning
8. Comply with all policies established by federal and state law State Board of Education rules district and campus routines and regulations
9. Communicate coaching visits with campus leadership team to provide data on teacher and campus needs
10. Ensure that student progress is evaluated on a regular systematic basis and the findings including student achievement data and district assessments are used to increase the effectiveness of second language acquisition and culturally relevant instruction
11. Coordinate the planning and conducting of periodic needs assessments related to course selection for English Learner students and appropriate placement based on teacher certifications
12. Support the Department of Multilingual Services in the coordination of Language Proficiency Assessment Committee expectations and compliance across the district
13. Demonstrate knowledge and ability to interpret PEIMS data and supervise the accuracy ofPEIMS reports for the Department of Multilingual Services
14. Support and provide guidance in PEIMS coding for grades PK-12 as assigned to EmergingBilingual and English Learner students
15. Maintain a current inventory of instructional staff and resources supporting the development of second language acquisition for Emerging Bilingual and English Learner students
16. Work cooperatively with Directors principals and staff to select personnel for instructional assignments by assisting in the recruitment selection training and retention of ESL certified ELAR ESL and Newcomer teachers
17. Articulate the districts mission and goals in the areas of second language acquisition and culturally relevant instruction
18. Perform other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); ability to interpret policy procedures and data; coordinate district functions; maintain emotional control under stress.

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Frequent district and some statewide travel in personal vehicle; occasional overnight travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours; repetitive hand motions prolonged use of computer ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

School district employees may be required to work from home and use their personal electronic devices.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills that may be required.

Required Experience:

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