ELL Coordinator

BASIS.ed; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

PTO

401k

Employee Assistance Program

KinderCare tuition discount

Job summary

BASIS Austin is seeking an ELL Coordinator for an immediate start. The role provides targeted language instruction and academic support to English Learners while ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements.

The position focuses on direct EL services, LPAC meetings, state testing oversight, and collaboration with core teachers to integrate language support into daily lessons.

Qualifications

• Must hold valid Texas teaching certificate with ESL Supplemental.
• Experience delivering language instruction to English Learners.
• Knowledge of LPAC procedures and state testing requirements for EL students.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted language instruction and academic support to EL students.
• Coordinate LPAC meetings and ensure compliance with state testing requirements.
• Push-in support in core classrooms and collaborate with general education teachers.
• Monitor student progress using formative and summative assessments and communicate results to families.

Skills

EL instruction

LPAC knowledge

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Texas ESL Certification

Job description

BASIS Austin is seeking an ELL Coordinator for an immediate start!

Visit https://enrollbasis.com/texas/austin/ to learn more about us!

The ELL Coordinator will provide targeted language instruction and academic support to English Learners (ELL) while ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements. This role dedicates most of time to direct services for EL students. At times, this position will also overseeing administrative responsibilities, including Language Proficiency Assessment Committee (LPAC) meetings and state testing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

EL Services and Instruction

• Provide differentiated small group instruction to EL students focusing on language development and academic support.
• Develop targeted lesson plans based on students' language proficiency levels and academic needs.

Language Instruction

• Implement language development strategies using research-based programs aligned with EL students' proficiency levels.
• Focus on improving listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in English.

Push-in Support in Core Classrooms

• Collaborate with core content teachers to integrate language support into daily lessons.
• Provide in-class support during instruction to scaffold learning for EL students.
• Co-plan with general education teachers to ensure language and academic objectives are met.

Progress Monitoring and Assessment

• Track and document student progress using formative and summative assessments.
• Adjust instructional strategies based on ongoing data analysis and student outcomes.
• Communicate student progress with teachers and families, ensuring transparency and collaboration.

LPAC and State Testing Oversight

LPAC Meetings

• Conduct LPAC meetings to determine appropriate placement and accommodations for EL students.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and district regulations regarding EL identification, monitoring, and exit procedures.

State Testing Coordination

• Oversee the administration of Texas state assessments for EL students, ensuring proper accommodations are in place.
• Collaborate with testing coordinators and teachers to manage logistics and compliance for state testing.
• Provide training and support to staff on testing accommodations and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Must have valid Texas teaching certificate with ESL Supplemental certificate.
• Proven experience in providing language instruction to EL students.
• Knowledge of LPAC procedures and state testing requirements for EL students.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.

Desired Skills:

• Experience with small group instruction and push-in models of support.
• Ability to analyze data and make instructional decisions based on student needs.
• Knowledge of second language acquisition theories and best practices in EL instruction.

Benefits and Salary:

• Salary for this position is competitive and dependent on education and experience
• BASIS Ed offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:
  • Employer paid medical and dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • PTO
  • Ability to add dependents
  • 401k with partial match that grows over time
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Childcare Savings Opportunity (KinderCare tuition discount)

NOTE: All employees of BASIS Ed are required to obtain and maintain a valid fingerprint clearance.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act and applicable state law, BASIS* does not discriminate on the basis of any actual or perceived classification protected by law in any of its business activities, including its educational programs and activities which comply fully with the requirements of state and federal law and Title IX. Inquiries regarding BASIS’ nondiscrimination policies should be directed to [e-mail].

*As used in this policy, the term “BASIS” refers to: BASIS Educational Group, LLC; BASIS Charter Schools, Inc.; BDC, A Public Charter School, Inc.; BBR Schools, Inc.; BASIS Texas Charter Schools, Inc., and all affiliated entities.