Reading Language Specialist - Small-Group ELAR/ESL Focus

Harmony Public Schools; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmony School of Innovation-Odessa seeks an experienced educator to support ELAR/ESL learners in a K-2 setting. You will create small-group learning experiences, adapt instruction based on data, and communicate progress to families and campus leadership.

The role emphasizes research-based practices, collaboration with ELAR teams, and commitment to district mission. On-site duties may include after-school activities and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum two years of experience supporting K-2 ELAR and/or ESL classrooms (preferred).
• Texas Teacher certificate appropriate for level and subject area of assignment (preferred).
• ESL/Bilingual certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Understands and supports Harmony Public Schools' mission, vision and values.
• Creates a small-group learning environment using research-based practices.
• Plans small group lessons to meet individual student needs and abilities.
• Provides second language acquisition instruction and progress reports to Emergent bilingual students.
• Develops instructional scaffolds based on text complexity and formative assessment.
• Analyzes assessment data to plan instruction for small groups.
• Evaluates student work to identify trends and next steps.
• Maintains records and communicates with parents and administration.
• Supports student behavior and maintains a positive classroom environment.
• Participates in staff development and meetings.

Skills

ELAR support

ESL instruction

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Harmony School of Innovation-Odessa seeks an experienced educator to support ELAR/ESL learners in a K-2 setting. You will create small-group learning experiences, adapt instruction based on data, and communicate progress to families and campus leadership.

The role emphasizes research-based practices, collaboration with ELAR teams, and commitment to district mission. On-site duties may include after-school activities and ongoing professional development.