2026-2027 Elementary ESL/ Bilingual Specialist @ Collins

Young World Physical Education; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,300 - 73,700; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking an Elementary ESL/Bilingual Specialist for Collins Elementary in Houston, Texas, starting Aug 3, 2026. The role involves coordinating ESL programs, providing staff development, and ensuring compliance with educational standards for English learners.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree, valid educator certification, and ESL or Bilingual certification. A commitment to improving instruction and data collection is essential to support emergent bilingual students effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years classroom teaching experience as a teacher of EBs.
• Must have valid ESL or Bilingual certification.
• Experience working with district’s Dual Language Program.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the campus ESL programs including registration and assessments.
• Provide professional development and coaching for staff.
• Collect, maintain, and use data to improve EB instruction.

Skills

English proficiency (oral and literacy skills)

Instructional leadership skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office

Knowledge of Learning Management System

Bilingual preferred

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Valid educator certification

Texas Reading Academy Certificate

Valid ESL or Bilingual certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Cambium

Job description

2026-2027 Elementary ESL/Bilingual Specialist @ Collins

Collins Elementary – Houston, Texas

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $67,100 – based on 187 days of work. Full‑time equivalent will earn $67,100.

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Job Details

Job ID: 5793657

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Primary Purpose

Coordinate the campus ESL programs including registration, instruction, assessments, training, and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognized, accredited college or university
• Valid educator certification and highly qualified status for the position advertised
• Valid ESL or Bilingual certification (must be Bilingual certified if assigned to Bilingual campuses)
• Texas Reading Academy Certificate (Grades K‑3)

Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• English proficiency (oral and literacy skills); Bilingual preferred
• Trained in ELPS, TELPAS, and SIOP (3 day)
• Instructional leadership skills and experience as well as T‑TESS: Proficient
• Understanding of the district’s Dual Language Program and ESL Program
• Understanding of Language Development and Best Practices for instructing Emergent Bilingual (EB’s)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software and Cambium
• Knowledge and ability to use a Learning Management System

Experience

• Minimum three (3) years classroom teaching experience as a teacher of EBs
• Multiple grade level experience preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead campus Bilingual (Early Exit and DL) and ESL Programs.
• Provide supplemental professional development and coaching for staff in order to improve instruction for EB students within ESL and DL classes.
• Assist with the selection and planning of appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of EBs, Immigrant children, and English speakers in TWDL.
• Provide Push‑In support to teachers of EBs (i.e., ELD instruction in small group) as determined by campus administrator.
• Co‑teach lessons with the classroom teacher as determined by campus administrator.
• Work with small groups to provide supplementary language development instruction.
• Collect, maintain and use data to improve EB instruction and programs.
• Assist Campus Administrator in grouping students, assigning them with the appropriate teacher for ELD, Reading/Language Arts, and content instruction, and monitoring student’s progress.
• Partner with Bilingual/ESL Classroom Teachers for planning, modeling, and implementing ELD instruction, ELPS, Sheltered Instruction (SIOP), Bilingual and Dual Language Framework.
• Support district goals including minimum of 4‑8 SIOP walks per week, teacher debrief, peer‑peer coaching, and teacher training/refreshers.
• Partner with ELD Interventionist to align district, campus goals, and ESL Action Plan.
• Conduct assessment for diagnostic and progress monitoring purposes.
• Work cooperatively with other teachers and campus leaders to meet the needs of individual students.
• Advise all teachers on accommodations for EBs and English speakers in TWDL.
• Coordinate and implement registration process for EBs and Dual Language program students.
• Coordinate and lead campus LPAC meetings and discussion ensuring advocacy for EB and Dual Language program students regarding interventions, placement, grouping and retention.
• Train, coach and oversee ESL Compliance Paraprofessionals for maintenance of EB folders, completion of compliance paperwork, and EB data entry.
• Directly support instruction at least 50% of the time (fall only). Report progress monitoring data of SIOP walks within campus ILT meetings.
• Provide campus training as directed by principal and district.
• Attend district ESL meetings, ARD meetings and/or ARD/LPAC meetings of EBs participating in Special Education.
• Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents.
• Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents and community members.
• Use acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Participate in the district professional development (Summer MLP Sessions).
• Demonstrate interest and initiative in professional involvement by actively researching current trends.
• Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
• Monitor and maintain ESL Certification records for all campus staff.

Other Responsibilities

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain an appropriate level of technology competence to meet the current and future needs of Alief.
• Implement alternative methods of instruction as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

* Except for campuses with one ESL unit that is responsible for the ELD/ESL specialist duties.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Evaluation

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

Physical and Mental Demands

Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals. Standing, prolonged sitting, occasional kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting. Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching; may also require climbing stairs and reaching over head. Moderate lifting and carrying (up to 15 pounds); may require occasional heavy lifting and carrying (15‑45 pounds). Work may be prolonged or irregular hours; frequent districtwide or in‑state travel; all campuses are temperature controlled with hard surface floors. Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.