Bilingual Literacy Support Specialist (ES)

Bluebonnet Trail Elementary; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Manor Independent School District's Bluebonnet Trail Elementary in Austin, TX seeks an Educational Associate - Emergent Bilingual Support to assist bilingual and ESL learners under Title III. The role emphasizes early literacy and language development in English and Spanish, with collaborative classroom support.

The position is funded through Title III grants and may be limited to the 2026-207 school year, requiring coordination with teachers to support bilingual students and families.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in an educational setting preferred.
• Experience supporting bilingual or ESL learners strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with bilingual, dual language, or ESL lessons aligned with the TEKS/ELPS.
• Support small-group and individual instruction in literacy, numeracy, and language development.
• Reinforce phonics, vocabulary, and comprehension skills using age-appropriate bilingual strategies.
• Prepare and adapt learning materials for bilingual and ESL instruction under teacher guidance.
• Translate and explain academic tasks to help students access the curriculum.

Skills

Bilingual support

Literacy instruction

Communication with students

Patience & empathy

Education

High school diploma or GED

48 college credits / associate degree

Fluent in English and Spanish

Job description

Manor Independent School District's Bluebonnet Trail Elementary in Austin, TX seeks an Educational Associate - Emergent Bilingual Support to assist bilingual and ESL learners under Title III. The role emphasizes early literacy and language development in English and Spanish, with collaborative classroom support.

The position is funded through Title III grants and may be limited to the 2026-207 school year, requiring coordination with teachers to support bilingual students and families.