Emergent Bilingual Support Specialist, Elementary, 2026-2027

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 four (4) 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: $66,267/IA-3 Salary Range (based on experience) as set by the Board of Trustees for the school year.

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 statues 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

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
• 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