Bilingual & ESL Program Lead – Campus Coach

Young World Physical Education; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Houston, Texas, is seeking an ESL/Bilingual Specialist to coordinate ESL programs and provide leadership in teaching emergent bilinguals. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree, valid certifications, and at least three years of teaching experience. Responsibilities include leading programs, training staff, and maintaining compliance with ESL standards. The role requires strong communication skills and a commitment to improving instruction for bilingual students.

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years classroom teaching experience as a teacher of emergent bilinguals.
• Valid educator certification and highly qualified status for the position advertised.

Responsibilities

• Lead campus bilingual (Early Exit and DL) and ESL programs.
• Provide supplemental professional development and coaching for staff to improve instruction for EB students.
• Assist with selection and planning of instructional strategies and activities.

Skills

English proficiency (oral and literacy skills)

Bilingual preferred

Trained in ELPS, TELPAS, and SIOP

Instructional leadership skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree from a recognized, accredited college or university

Valid ESL or Bilingual certification

Texas Reading Academy Certificate (Grades K-3)

Job description

2026-2027 ESL/Bilingual Specialist (1 Position) @ Owens Intermediate

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Job Details

Job ID: 5635891
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Apr 10, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

This job posting is closed

Job Description

2026-2027 ESL/Bilingual Specialist (1 Position) @ Owens Intermediate

Internal employees: Set to your account to internal before applying at https://aisd.schoolspring.com/internaljobsettings

Primary Purpose:

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

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• 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/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:

Program Management

• 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

• 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.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/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 thisposition,you are accepting the responsibilities and duties of this position as they are listed in the job description.

Hiring administrators review applications,interview, andrecommendfor hire.

Probationary contract –187 daysplus 4 days of Alief U professional development for a teacher new to the district

2025-2026 Salary Schedule

Minimumteacher salary is $66,500(base $64,100 +$2,400 TeacherRetentionAllotment (TRA)Stipend)

Salaryis based on 187 days.If workingless than 187 days, the salary will be less.

Internal employees: Set to your account to internal before applying at https://aisd.schoolspring.com/internaljobsettings

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $66,500 Per Year
Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > ELL / ESL / SEI / TESOL

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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