ELL Coordinator

Basis Ed • Austin, TX

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About The Position

BASIS Austin is seeking an ELL Coordinator for an immediate start. The ELL Coordinator provides targeted language instruction and academic support to English Learners (ELL) while ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements. Most of the role is dedicated to direct services for EL students, with some administrative responsibilities, including Language Proficiency Assessment Committee (LPAC) meetings and state testing processes.

The coordinator provides differentiated small-group instruction and language development, supports EL students in core classrooms, and collaborates with teachers to plan instruction. The role also monitors student progress, communicates with teachers and families, conducts LPAC meetings, and coordinates accommodations and procedures for Texas state assessments for EL students.

Requirements

• Valid Texas teaching certificate with ESL Supplemental certificate.
• Proven experience providing language instruction to EL students.
• Knowledge of LPAC procedures and state testing requirements for EL students.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide differentiated small-group instruction to EL students focused on language development and academic support.
• Develop targeted lesson plans based on students’ language proficiency levels and academic needs.
• Implement research-based language development strategies aligned with students’ proficiency levels, focusing on listening, speaking, reading, and writing in English.
• Collaborate with core content teachers to integrate language support into daily lessons and scaffold EL students’ learning in class.
• Co-plan with general education teachers to support language and academic objectives.
• Track and document student progress using formative and summative assessments, and adjust instruction based on data and student outcomes.
• Communicate student progress with teachers and families.
• 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.
• Oversee administration of Texas state assessments for EL students and ensure appropriate accommodations are in place.
• Collaborate with testing coordinators and teachers on state-testing logistics and compliance.
• Provide staff training and support on testing accommodations and procedures.
• Obtain and maintain valid fingerprint clearance.

Benefits

• Employer-paid medical insurance.
• Employer-paid dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Ability to add dependents to benefits coverage.
• 401(k) with partial match that grows over time.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Childcare Savings Opportunity (KinderCare tuition discount).
• Competitive salary dependent on education and experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed