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El Campo ISD

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF BILINGUAL, ESL AND MIGRANT EDUCATION

El Campo ISD, Odessa, Texas, United States, 79767

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Job Title:

Executive Director of Bilingual -ESL and Migrant Education

Wage/Hour Status:

Exempt

Reports to:

Chief Academic Officer

Pay Grade:

Admin Pay Grade 9

Dept. /School:

Academics and Accountability

Days:

227

Primary Purpose:

Provide leadership in developing and implementing the district’s bilingual program. Collaborate with district staff and outside personnel to ensure educational opportunities for bilingual students.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree and Master’s Degree (required)

Texas Mid-Management, PAIL or another appropriate Texas Administrative Certificate

Valid Texas teaching certificate with endorsement in bilingual education (required)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Knowledge of strategies and materials for the education of bilingual students

Ability to track, interpret & present Data

Ability to communicate effectively with bilingual parents and students

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Oral and written Spanish proficiency

Experience:

5 years’ experience as a bilingual or ESL teacher

Oral and written Spanish proficiency

Increasing levels of administrative experience (required)

School Admin or principal experience (preferred)

Major Responsibilities and Duties: Instructional and Program Management

Evaluate the bilingual program effectiveness based on evaluative findings (including student achievement data) and recommend changes as needed.

Coordinate instructional and curriculum services in Bilingual Program to meet students' needs.

Plan, implement, and evaluate Bilingual Program with teachers and principals, including learning objectives, instructional strategies, and assessment techniques.

Apply research and data to improve the content, sequence, and outcomes of the teaching/learning process.

Work with appropriate staff to develop maintain and revise curriculum documents based on systematic review and analysis and based on the needs of emergent bilingual students.

Involve instructional staff in evaluating and selecting instructional materials to meet students learning needs; ensure the use of technology in the teaching problems.

Obtain and evaluate findings to examine curriculum and instruction programs effectiveness. Systematically monitors District and campus program improvement activities based upon data and research to meet needs of the students.

Actively collaborates with Academics & Accountability departments to develop District assessments.

Works with parental involvement, Language Proficiency Assessment Committees, and serves as a parent and community liaison for Bilingual Program.

Plans and implements identification procedures (assessment, placement and evaluation tracking) for all Limited English Proficient students.

Serve as liaison between district administrators and state and federal officials and advisor to district administrators in ensuring compliance and accountability issues for programs supervised.

Assists teachers in planning the overall instructional program for emergent bilingual students, including learning objective, instructional strategies and assessment techniques.

Provides support to campus principals and staff in the planning and scheduling of instructional activities to maximize learning. Implements the policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.

Evaluate all bilingual Title IIII related legislation, projects, and programs for grant entitlement and allocation opportunities relevant to the needs of the district.

Participate in development, preparation, and administration of the budget for supplies and equipment and ensure that the program is cost effective and funds are managed wisely.

Contribute to the selection and purchase of supplemental curriculum for the program.

Participate in the drafting in of project proposals and reports, including the writing and development of program goals, objectives, and budget for Bilingual and Title III programs and implement changes based on findings.

Consult with administrators, counselors, teachers, community agencies, and other relevant individuals regarding Bilingual and Title III funding. Compile, maintain, file, and present all reports, records, and other documents required.

Jointly develops improvements objectives to identify professional growth opportunities. Participates as a resource person to campus principals, instructional consultants, counselors, and teachers to meet the specific individual needs of emergent bilingual students and works to improve the course of studies related to these programs.

Utilizes information provided through the district appraisal process to improve performance. Participates in professional development programs. Performs duties in professional, ethical, and responsible manner as defined in Texas Education Agency Code of Ethics for educators.

Provides district-wide staff development sessions for meeting the needs of students. Involves students and parents serving the bilingual program as volunteers, advisors, and aides.

Communicates district curriculum, instructional practices, accomplishments, goals, and new directions to all stakeholders and solicits their input on instructional issues.

Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and the local board policy.

Submits appropriate documentation to TEA or departments as needed.

Prepare Board Presentations as needed.

Collaborate to ensure implementation of district goals for RDA/EB services

Collaborates within and across district department and division to marshal resources in support of ECISD’s EB population across programs

What work should she/he ensure the team is doing?

Ensures a strong professional development program for all staff members who support EB students, including an emphasis on embedded EB supports during academic pd opportunities

Ensures training for campus and district leaders related to state and federal compliance for a variety of EB services

Remain current on all laws, policies, including stat, federal, TEA etc.

Attend relevant conferences

Maintain relationships with TEA, vendors and leaders in the areas of EB services

Compile, review & present data related to EB services including student outcomes, test results (STAAR, TELPAS, MAP, district assessments), graduation rate, CCMR, etc.

Other duties as assigned

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 mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting:

Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment:

Frequent districtwide travel; occasional statewide travel

Mental Demands:

Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

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