Director of Bilingual and ESL Programs

Conroe Independent School District; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 96,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Conroe Independent School District is seeking a Director of Bilingual and ESL Programs to provide leadership for Pre-K–12 Bilingual and ESL initiatives, collaborating with instructional coaches, teachers, and principals to shape curriculum and assessment.

The role emphasizes evaluating progress, implementing innovative instructional programs, staff development, and collaboration to achieve district goals while ensuring equity for LEP students.

Qualifications

• Education certifications and licensure required for district leadership.
• Experience in bilingual/ESL programs and curriculum leadership.
• Strong communication and collaboration with teachers, principals, and families.

Responsibilities

• Lead district-wide Bilingual and ESL programs and curriculum development.
• Provide staff development and implementation leadership for program models.
• Collaborate with campuses and staff to improve academic achievement for LEP students.

Skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Education

Master’s Degree in Education

Texas Administrators Certificate

Texas Valid Teaching Certificate

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Job Posting – Director of Bilingual and ESL Programs

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Director of Bilingual and ESL Programs

JOB STATUS: OPEN

POSTING DATE: 10/14/2026

CLOSING DATE: 10/27/2026 04:00 PM

POSTING NUMBER: 055343

LOCATION: Admin Curriculum & Instruction - 874

POSITION TITLE: Director of Bilingual and ESL Programs

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Provide leadership for the Pre-K – 12 Bilingual and English as a Second Language Programs (ESL).

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, plan, implement, and evaluate Bilingual and ESL curriculum and instructional programs and materials with district and campuses’ instructional coaches, teachers and principals, including learning objectives, instructional strategies, performance objectives, and assessment techniques.
• Utilize studies and research to encourage innovative instructional programs, to improve the academic achievement for Bilingual and ESL students.
• Evaluate student progress on a regular, systematic basis and use the findings to make programs more equitable and effective.
• Recommend policies, regulations, and procedures as appropriate; prepares and maintains necessary reports and/or descriptive statistics of the assigned discipline area.
• Facilitate the appropriate use of instructional technology to support Bilingual, and ESL students.
• Provide a comprehensive staff development program to improve the instructional strategies for Bilingual and ESL students.
• Provide implementation leadership in the district’s Bilingual and ESL program models.
• Provide a comprehensive curriculum for second language acquisition and corresponding instructional strategies.
• Provide leadership in all aspects of the Bilingual and ESL program.
• Work as a collaborative member of the Curriculum, Instruction, and Staff Development Department.
• Communicate effectively with principals, teachers, staff, parents, and community.
• Deal sensitively and fairly with persons from diverse cultural backgrounds. Demonstrate skill in conflict resolution.
• Participate in the district-level decision process to establish and review the district’s goals and objectives and departmental plans.
• Actively support the efforts of principals, teachers, staff and students, to achieve district goals and objectives, and the campus performance objectives (academic excellence indicators).
• Confer regularly with assigned staff to discuss performance; jointly develop improvement objectives and to identify professional growth opportunities.
• Support the recruitment and retention of Bilingual and ESL teachers and staff.
• Provide instructional support to all new Bilingual and ESL teaching staff.
• Provide staff development opportunities to ensure the effectiveness of the identification of students who are Limited English Proficient (LEP) and instructional program for Bilingual and ESL students.
• Coordinate grant development and implementation with appropriate staff to support the Bilingual and ESL Programs.
• Implement the policies established by Federal and State law, State Board of Education rules, and the local board policy in the areas supervised.
• Develop and monitor Bilingual Allotment (local) and Title III (federal) funds in accordance with State and Federal requirements.
• Provide appropriate reports and current information on all aspects of the Bilingual and ESL programs.
• Ensure student expectations for Bilingual and ESL students are effective in furthering the teaching/learning process and environment.
• Support district and campus procedures that enhance healthy self-esteem and ensure that student expectations and student management procedures are age appropriate.
• Monitor professional research, disseminate ideas and information to other professionals, and provide leadership in identifying trends and opportunities, as well as solve problems facing the profession.
• Maintain memberships and active participation in professional organizations.
• Demonstrate steps taken for professional growth.
• Observe professional and ethical standards, in accordance with generally accepted community standards and the Texas Education Agency Code of Ethics.
• Communicate district curriculum, instructional, and staff development practices, as well as accomplishments, goals, and instructional initiatives to parents and others in the community.
• Solicit community and parent involvement.
• Regular attendance. Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE:

• Three years of classroom teaching experience in a bilingual education setting
• Three years of experience in Bilingual and English as a Second Language leadership roles at the district level
• Experience in curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation
• Experience in presenting, engaging, and targeted professional development
• Experience in facilitating and/or working with teams (i.e. team leader, curriculum writing teams, etc.)

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education
• Master’s Degree in Education
• Texas Administrators Certificate
• Texas Valid Teaching Certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction at the Pre-K – 12
• Working knowledge of the student identification, placement, modification, exiting, and monitoring process of the Language Proficiency Assessment Committee
• Ability to develop an academically successful program for Bilingual and ESL students
• Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of the Pre-K – 12 Bilingual and English as a Second Language Program
• Strong organization, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

CONTACT INFORMATION:

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervise and evaluate the performance of department staff including coordinators, specialists, facilitators, social workers, and secretary.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environment Factors:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including telephone, computer, copier, and fax
• Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
• Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying
• Environment: Occasionalprolonged and irregular hours; occasional district travel
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

SALARY:

PAY GRADE: AE-7 - Minimum pro-rated salary - $106,496