Emergent Bilingual Support Specialist, Elementary, 2026-2027

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A Texas school district is looking for an experienced teacher to support emergent bilingual students. The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers to differentiate instruction, utilizing student performance data to inform strategies. Candidates should hold a Master's degree and Texas certification in elementary education, as well as significant experience in bilingual classrooms. The position may involve district-wide travel and requires strong leadership and motivational skills. Join us to make a difference in the educational outcomes of our bilingual students.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from a recognized, accredited college or university (preferred).
• Texas certification in elementary education required.
• Minimum of five years of successful experience as an emergent bilingual classroom teacher.
• Minimum of five years of successful experience as an emergent bilingual classroom teacher.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and cooperate with others.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers to provide targeted support for emergent bilingual students.
• Utilize data to develop action plans for improving student achievement.
• Facilitate training on English Language Proficiency Standards for teachers.
• Provide training on ELPS and linguistic accommodations to build teacher capacity.
• Serve as a liaison between the campus and district to align the EB program.

Skills

Collaborate with teachers

Leading and motivating

Utilizing STAAR and TELPAS data

Bilingual/ELL program experience

Education

Master’s degree

Certification in bilingual education or ESL certification

Texas certification in elementary education

Tools

Standard office equipment

Personal computer

Job description

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from a recognized, accredited college or university (preferred)
• Certification in bilingual education (preferred) or ESL certification
• Texas certification in elementary education
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful experience as an emergent bilingual classroom teacher
• Demonstrated skill in leading, motivating, and cooperating with others

Terms Of Employment

Probationary/Term Contract: 193 days

Salary

Pay Grade T60 (Teacher Classification) as approved by the Board of Trustees.

Essential Functions

• Collaborate with emergent bilingual teachers to provide targeted support and interventions for emergent bilingual (EB) students.
• Collaborate with emergent bilingual teachers in the planning and implementation of the English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS), TEKS, and district curriculum to differentiate instruction for EB students.
• Utilize STAAR, TELPAS, and district data to develop campus action plans to improve the academic progress and achievement for EB students.
• Facilitate training on English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS) and linguistic accommodations to build teacher capacity and support differentiated instruction for EB students.
• Serve as a liaison between the campus and district to support the alignment of the emergent bilingual program.
• Coach emergent bilingual teachers in implementing individualized linguistic accommodations aligned with the TELPAS domains of listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
• Collaborate with the campus Language Proficiency Assessment Committee (LPAC) to assist in the identification, placement, linguistic accommodations, evaluation, reclassification, and monitoring of EB students.
• Participate in district trainings and professional development focused on supporting EB students.
• Ensure compliance with state statutes and requirements for EB students.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Curriculum and Instruction for Special Populations.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Posture: Prolonged sitting, occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.

Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding, and use of a mouse; occasional reaching.

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).

Environment: Frequent district-wide travel.

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.

Tools/Equipment Used

Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.

Application Information

Applications will be reviewed. Not all applicants will be interviewed. Hiring managers may choose to email you regarding this application; please monitor your email regularly for any communication.

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