Instructional Specialist, Esl/Newcomer (226 Days) 2022-2023 School Year

Instructional Specialist, ESL/Newcomer (226 Days) 2022-2023 School Year -(22000087)

Description

• Keep abreast of current professional research and legislation affecting education programs for ELs
• Provide demonstrations for teachers in the use of applicable instructional strategies and support implementation of the district curriculum to assist with instructional improvement
• Work required evenings and Saturdays as required for Student Intake Center/Bilingual/ESL events
• Work in collaboration with planning teams (both at district and campus level) to improve the quality of service and instruction for English Learners (ELs) that are in alignment with district policy and initiatives as well as federal and state guidelines
• Perform all tasks and duties as assigned
• Maintain training calendars, related attendance reports and documentation, and handle logistics of training sessions
• Create and recommend supplemental resources to support campus implementation of programs for ELLs
• Contribute as a constructive and collaborative Bilingual/ESL team member
• All federally funded incumbents of this position must comply with time and effort reporting requirements through personnel activity reports or periodic certification, as appropriate
• Develop support plans for campuses around planning and implementing support for ELs across all disciplines to achieve both campus and district achievement targets
• Assist in planning and executing extended year and after-school enrichment opportunities for ELs
• Create and conduct professional development for Bilingual/ESL teachers, administrators, and other district stakeholders in alignment with state standards, best practices and instructional strategies for ELLs, as requested by campuses and/or other district stake holders
• Provide expertise and technical assistance to campuses in supporting the linguistic and academic achievement of ELs
• Collaborate with content and enrichment programs to provide ELs with equitable academic and linguistic access to the curriculum
• Assist with creating supplemental curriculum products for ELs as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university; Master’s Degree preferred
• Valid Teacher Certification, Bilingual/ESL Certification
• Excellent organizational, oral and written communication, problem solving, and interpersonal skill required to achieve the goals of the position
• Program development, implementation, presentation and training skills required
• Five years of successful teaching experience working with English Learners
• Extensive knowledge of curriculum and instructional resources related to Bilingual/ESL programs
• Knowledge of second language acquisition and campus leadership experience

Work Locations: Dual Language Esl Department 2909 N BUCKNER BLVD SUITE 505 Dallas 75228

Job: INSTRUCTIONAL SPECIALIST

Full-time

Minimum Salary: 66,127.00

Median Salary: 82660.00

Job Posting: Apr 13, 2022