Executive Director of Language & Literacy

La Joya ISD - Executive Director of Language & Literacy

Job Title: Executive Director of Language & Literacy

School:

Campus

Description:

Date Posted: 5/15/2026

Deadline:

Openings: 1

Commitment: Full Time

Description/Notes: JG Consulting has partnered with La Joya Independent School District to facilitate the search for this role.

District Vision: Educational Excellence is the Right of Every Student.

District Mission: The La Joya Independent School District empowers students to become critical thinkers, visionary leaders, and active contributors in their community, fostering a pathway to success for limitless opportunities in a competitive global, civic and economic landscape. Educational excellence is the responsibility of all members of the La Joya ISD community, where we embody the belief system, both in voice and action, that results in students who are prepared to realize their fullest potential.

District Overview: The La Joya Independent School District, located in the western portion of Hidalgo County, Texas. The district contains 37 schools and approximately 24,800 students.

Qualifications:

• Education/Certification:
  
  Master’s degree required in Education, Educational Leadership, Curriculum and Instruction, Bilingual Education, Literacy, or related field
• Valid or eligible to receive Texas teaching certificate required (bilingual preferred)
• Valid or eligible to receive Texas Principal or Mid-Management Certification preferred
• Currently or eligible to become T-TESS certified preferred
• Minimum of three years teaching experience required
• Minimum of three years experience as a central office leader or Principal preferred
• Demonstrated experience improving literacy, biliteracy, social studies, bilingual, dual language, ESL, and/or migrant student outcomes
• Experience leading district wide instructional initiatives and supervising staff preferred
• Proven success in leading a school or district community toward continuous improvement in academic goals with a relentless pursuit of academic excellence for all students
• Demonstrated impact in teaching students in read
• Deep knowledge of curriculum and instruction, including evidence‑based literacy practices, the science of reading, biliteracy, dual language, ESL, migrant education, and social studies
• Expert knowledge in the Science of Reading
• Strong understanding of state and federal requirements related to bilingual education, ESL, emergent bilingual students, and migrant education
• Strong understanding of language acquisition, culturally responsive teaching, and differentiated instruction for multilingual learners
• Demonstrated success improving student outcomes in literacy and/or multilingual programming
• Proven experience to use and interpret data to inform decision‑making processes that allow for intentional actions and lead to improved student/campus achievement
• Knowledge of evidence‑based programs, curricular implementation, and assessment requirements in Texas public schools PK‑12
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral)
• Strong organizational and consultation skills
• Experience with diverse populations
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Salary Range: Minimum = $108,008, Median = $129,112, Maximum = $150,215

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