Specialist, Language Acquisition (Campus) (2026-2027 School Year)

Spring Independent School District•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Language Acquisition Specialist, under the direction of the Campus Principal, will provide second language acquisition support to teachers of Emergent Bilinguals (EBS). The Language Acquisition Specialist provides guidance to the teacher in the areas of lesson planning/design and instructional delivery. The Language Acquisition Specialist ensures that the EB classroom environment aligns to district and statutory program requirements and ensures all mandated practices are being implemented and monitored. All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate in a clear and respectful manner, champion the needs of our students, and drive continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
Five years of job-related experience in adult education
Valid Texas Bilingual/ESL Certification
In-depth knowledge of state curricular standards as written, taught and assessed
In-depth knowledge of federal, state and local laws, policies, procedures and processes related to the education of students who receive services through the Bilingual and ESL programs.
In-depth knowledge of state, local and federal laws, policies concerning Emergent Bilinguals
Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent data analysis skills
Excellent skills in the use of Microsoft Office applications

Nice To Haves

Five years’ job-related experience in PK-12 education
Demonstrated track record of successful academic success with providing professional development to teachers of Emergent Bilinguals

Responsibilities

Uses research-based adult learning and engagement strategies to support elementary teachers of Emergent Bilinguals to ensure the transfer from L1 to L2 (English language) to increase EB’s academic achievement.
Ensures language accommodations are implemented for identified Emergent Bilinguals.
Supports and monitors best practices and differentiation of instruction for language acquisition of Emergent Bilinguals.
Engages teachers of EBs in adult learning experiences designed to develop a strong understanding of second language acquisition.
Designs, facilitates, and supports professional development sessions for teachers of Emergent Bilinguals throughout the school year, on weekends, and during the summer which includes, but not limited to, best practices and differentiation of instruction for language acceleration, and effective technology integration.
Participates in all district trainings throughout the school year, on weekends, and during the summer that are directly related to supporting teachers of Emergent Bilinguals.
Tracks TELPAS and other local and state assessments to monitor student academic growth and support teachers in the development of individualized student plans.
Monitors the failure rate of Emergent Bilinguals and uses data to provide specific interventions and strategies to support teachers of identified EB students.
Safeguards the confidentiality of all documentation provided or generated.
Performs all other duties as assigned.