English Learner Specialist 2025-2026 School Year

About the position

The English Learner Specialist will oversee and provide support for the English Learner Program. This role involves engaging in AZELLA Trainings related to testing, test interpretation, and professional development for teachers. The specialist will work closely with the School Testing Coordinator to create and implement a schedule for English language instruction, service students during their English language development time, and provide tutoring before or after school. Tracking student progress in English acquisition is also a key responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Engage in all AZELLA Trainings that pertain to testing, test interpretation, differentiated instruction, professional development for teachers, etc.
• Provide professional development for teachers with EL students.
• Work with the School Testing Coordinator (STC) to create and implement a schedule to pull out students for English language instruction.
• Service students during their English language development time.
• Provide EL tutoring before or after school.
• Track student English acquisition progress.
• Support students who require English acquisition instruction.
• Assist administrators, teachers, and school staff in implementing and monitoring a comprehensive EL program.
• Collect and maintain appropriate records of student progress and provide timely and accurate feedback.
• Use a variety of data to evaluate the abilities and disabilities of students.
• Serve as a member of the school data team to design, implement, and monitor the school EL plan.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to positive, effective instruction.
• Facilitate instruction based on current research-based best practices in English acquisition.
• Provide individual diagnostic testing to assess student needs.
• Participate in team reviews concerning the academic progress of at-risk students (MTSS).
• Attend scheduled meetings and parent conferences as needed.
• Communicate objectives to students in a well-planned, organized manner.
• Communicate concerns and ideas with colleagues, students, parents, and the community in a positive, professional manner.
• Assume individual responsibilities assigned by the principal/supervisor.
• Complete and maintain any required certification.
• Prepare or assist in the preparation of a variety of logs, reports, files, reviews, etc.
• Follow District Policies, procedures, and directives in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field.
• Certification Required.
• ESL, Bilingual, or SEI Endorsement.
• Teaching license required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience positively interacting with all students.
• Ability to create a safe learning environment.
• Capability of designing lesson plans to meet student needs.
• Good communication skills with students, coworkers, administration, and parents.
• Ability to collaborate with other teachers and school staff.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Discounted onsite childcare.
• Student enrollment priority, even for part-time roles.
• Retirement plans with employer matching.
• Promotion opportunities, training, mentoring, and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time-off and referral bonuses.