Regional Emergent Bilingual Coach - Permian Basin (25-26)

IDEA Public Schools; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 78,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to enhancing the educational experience for Emergent Bilingual students. As an EB Coach, you will collaborate with teachers and leaders to ensure high-quality instruction and compliance with state and federal requirements. Your role will involve coaching, conducting observations, and providing professional development to empower educators in delivering effective English Language Development. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health plans and professional development opportunities. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students and educators, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Plans

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Parental Benefits

Flexible Spending

Vacation

Referral Bonuses

Professional Development

403(b) Plan

Relocation Stipends

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience teaching Emergent Bilingual students.
• Bilingual or ESL Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Coach teachers on English Language Development strategies.
• Conduct classroom observations and provide feedback.
• Analyze data to improve English learner achievement.

Skills

Bilingual or ESL Certification

Professional Development Design

Coaching and Development

Data Analysis

Classroom Observation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Tools

Office 365

Ellevation

Job description

Emergent Bilingual Coach

Special Programs

Position Overview

The Emergent Bilingual (EB) Coach, in collaboration with the national English Learner team, will oversee their regional portfolio of schools to ensure high-quality instruction for EB students and compliance support. Responsibilities include coaching teachers and leaders during classroom support, conducting observations and walkthroughs, providing professional development, data analysis, lesson plan feedback, and ensuring campuses meet 100% EB compliance with all state and federal requirements. (This position is partially grant-funded and requires daily activity tracking.)

Location:

This is a full-time position located in the Permian Basin (Midland/Odessa). Preference will be given to candidates residing in the region or willing to relocate.

Travel Expectations:

Travel throughout the region.

What You’ll Do – Accountabilities

Essential Duties

1. Support and assist classroom teachers and campus leaders in implementing integrated and designated English Language Development (ELD).
2. Conduct classroom observations focused on language development and provide coaching with clear next steps.
3. Provide on-site staff development on data-driven learning and effective instructional strategies related to ELD.
4. Support building interactive classrooms aligned with curriculum and learning strategies.
5. Demonstrate and model lessons to ensure advanced delivery of integrated and designated ELD.
6. Identify instructional strategies and interventions to improve achievement for all students, including English Learners and students with diverse needs.
7. Participate in regional and campus meetings to analyze assessment data and improve English learner achievement.
8. Review assessment data with regional leaders and campus principals to evaluate EL achievement goals.
9. Support campus EL coordinators in student reclassification processes.
10. Maintain EB documentation at the campus level using Ellevation.
11. Assist with mock TELPAS and TELPAS assessments.

A Week in the Life:

20 hours*	Campus support (observations, coaching, PDs) with clear next steps.
4 hours*	Data review and preparation for campus visits.
1.5 hours*	EB tactical & instructional support meetings.
2.5 hours*	Tasks like PD prep, updating trackers, follow-ups.
8 hours	EB compliance work/support.
1-4 hours	Region-specific activities (check-ins, celebrations, etc.).

*Time under Title 3 grant.

Required Experience

• Bilingual or ESL Certification required
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred
• 1-3 years teaching EB students
• Proficient in Office 365
• 3+ years of experience preferred

Required Skills

• Design and deliver professional development on EB programs (SIOP, LPAC, etc.)
• Impact effective systems and increase capacity for student achievement
• Coordinate with regional and campus teams on EB priorities
• Coach and develop campus leaders and teachers following the coaching cycle
• Complete Time & Effort documentation for funding

What We Offer

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary typically ranges from $78,900 to $92,000, based on experience and qualifications, with potential performance pay. Benefits include health plans, disability, life insurance, parental benefits, flexible spending, vacation, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. More info at https://ideapublicschools.org/careers/benefits/. Relocation stipends may be available.

Application Process

Apply online via Jobvite. Applications are reviewed continuously until the position is filled. Early applications encouraged.

Learn More About IDEA

Our Staff Culture promotes connection, integrity, respect, and belonging. Learn more at https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/#core-values.

This position is grant-funded under Title III Part A. Funding may be extended; employment is not guaranteed beyond grant duration. All duties are aligned with grant activities.