Teacher - English Learner Program Coach

Primary Function

The English Learner (EL) instructional coach position works with the Title III/EL Coordinator to support the objectives of the English Learner program and Title III grant. Position develops and implements instruction to provide an effective EL program for K-12 teachers and students. Position is responsible for supporting the professional growth and development of teachers to facilitate learning and independent application of research-based EL instructional practices, which align with the ELD Standards. Position provides job-embedded support to ESL and classroom teachers through the division’s coaching model to include planning, modeling, co-teaching, conducting classroom visits, analyzing data, and offering actionable support within and/or across selected schools. Position plans and conducts professional development based on assessed division and/or teacher needs. Position works in collaboration with the curriculum department to coordinate professional growth and development of teachers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess a Bachelor’s degree and be eligible for an ESL Virginia teaching license.
• Completed a minimum of three years of exemplary ESL teaching experience in grades K-12. 
• Experience leading high-quality professional development.
• Coaching, mentorship or leadership experience preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and supervisors.
• Demonstrate knowledge of EL software used for EL student instructional plans.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Comply with school and school board policies and regulations
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of ELD Standards
• Demonstrate exemplary EL instruction using EL instructional strategies and techniques
• Work cooperatively with all staff
• Relate positively to parents and other community representatives
• Function as a member of school teams and meetings as appropriate to role (i.e. EL student plan meetings)
• Conduct staff development for needs of the English Learner program
• Recommend purchases for EL instructional and family engagement materials
• Perform other duties as assigned by Title III/EL Coordinator

Performance Responsibilities

• Support Title III/EL Coordinator in implementation of Title III grant objectives
• Support staff in efforts to improve student achievement of English learners
• Assist in planning and implementation of division and school EL family engagement activities
• Develop and implement high quality professional development to classroom teachers and EL staff
• Model effective instructional techniques and strategies that engage English learners  
• Support and train teachers with the use of EL software
• Recommend purchases for EL instructional materials and family event supplies
• Provide accurate EL updates and information in EL department meetings
• Attend EL conferences and share relevant material with teachers
• Create instructional materials to help teachers bridge gaps within content and classroom
• Support and mentor new ESL teacher of expectations related to the English Learner program
• Provide training and assist schools with WIDA/ACCESS testing
• Coach teachers with instructional design and delivery and provide support through nonevaluative feedback, model teaching, and mentoring
• Help ESL teachers develop service delivery schedules that best serve English learners
• Assist in developing family engagement newsletters
• Accept responsibilities outside the school day as they relate to the grant and program initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned

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Position Type: Exempt

Reports to: Title III/EL Coordinator

Terms of Employment: 200 days, based on licensed employee salary schedule plus per diem rate for additional days as outlined in the YCSD Pay Plan

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with School Board policy and administrative regulation on evaluation of licensed personnel.

Revised: 5/11/2021