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

Specialist, Language Acquisition (Campus) (2026-2027 School Year) Starting Date: Immediately Salary Range: $75,837 - $91,370 (Based on 2025-2026 Pay Scale) Job Title: Language Acquisition Specialist (Campus) Reports To: Campus Principal Wage/Hour Status: Exempt (226 Days) Pay Grade: AI-2 Primary Purpose: The Language Acquisition Specialist under the direction of the Campus Principal will provide second language acquisition support to teachers of Emergent Bilinguals (EBS). The Specialist guides teachers in lesson planning, instructional delivery, and ensures the classroom environment aligns with district and statutory program requirements, implementing and monitoring all mandated practices. All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate respectfully, champion student needs, and drive continuous improvement. Qualifications Required: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university; five years of job-related experience in adult education; valid Texas Bilingual/ESL Certification Preferred: Five years’ job-related experience in PK‑12 education; demonstrated track record of successfully providing professional development to teachers of Emergent Bilinguals Special Knowledge/Skills 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 in 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 Major Responsibilities and Duties Uses research‑based adult learning and engagement strategies to support elementary teachers of Emergent Bilinguals, ensuring the transfer from L1 to L2 (English) and increasing EB 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 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, including but not limited to best practices, 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 supports 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. Working Conditions The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require physical mobility, standing, prolonged sitting, some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling. The position requires traveling within the district. Mental demands include problem solving, data interpretation, interpreting TEC and policy, applying current research and theory, effective oral and written communication, and maintaining emotional control under stress. Special Funding This position is funded by federal and/or state grants and employment is expressly conditioned on the availability of full funding for the position. If full funding becomes unavailable, employment may be subject to termination, nonrenewal, or reassignment as applicable. Position Type: Full‑Time #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education