EL Instructional Specialist - Wilson Elementary
Listed on 2026-09-06
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Education / Teaching
English Teacher / ESL TEFL, Bilingual, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Special Education Teacher
EL Instructional Specialist
Candidate must have the ability to understand and accept the Mission of the South Bend Community School Corporation in reference to the education of English Learners (ELs). Candidate must have basic knowledge of second language acquisition and its terminology. Candidate must have excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
Two (2) years of effective experience working with Limited English Proficient (LEP) students preferred
Knowledge of WIDA ELD Standards for grades 6-8
An explicit understanding of effective ELD instructional practices and Second Language Acquisition research
Bachelor's degree in English or related field
Certified teachers or candidates working in a Transition to Teaching program
ENL License required or must be willing to working on an ENL License
Will be assigned ENL ELA & EL Lab classes for grades 6-8 or will
Advanced knowledge of written and spoken English
Participates in required professional development, during the school year and summer
Excellent communication skills between coworkers and third parties
Ability to follow procedures
Excellent organization skills
Ability to use initiative and work without close supervision
Ability to analyze and use data to support instruction in English language development (ELD)
Sensitivity to cultural differences
Must be able to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Docs
Have excellent English (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) skills
Provides direct ELD support 100% of the school day to Limited English Proficient (LEP) students (levels 1- 4.9) using a sheltered immersion model of instruction or a push-in / pull-out model
Assists and supports instructional staff in the implementation of ELD instruction at the building level by sharing proven instructional strategies and materials
Works with the Bilingual Education Specialist and the Bilingual English Literacy Specialist to manage, analyze and review each EL student's assessment data to ensure the highest level of English language development in listening, speaking, reading and writing
Works with the Bilingual Services team to identify materials and supplies to support instruction, professional development, and parent involvement
Works directly with identified LEP students (Levels 1.0-4.9) and provides ELD support 100% of the teaching day
Demonstrates and models exemplary ELD practices
Provides leadership for ELD across the school community
Helps strengthen family and school ties by engaging families in English language development opportunities
Participates in building level and Bilingual Services Department professional development opportunities and meetings
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