Coordinator of ESL

Coordinator of ESL

Franklin Independent School District Administration Office - Franklin, Texas Open in Google Maps

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Job : 5819070

Final date to receive applications: Aug 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 07, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 7, 2026

ESL Coordinator

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 ESL students.

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with endorsement in ESL education

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Knowledge of strategies and materials for the education of bilingual students
• Ability to interpret data
• Ability to communicate effectively with bilingual parents and students
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Experience preferred in ESL education

• Implement procedures and coordinate the process to identify bilingual students at all grade levels district wide, including review of student data and testing of students.
• Develop bilingual and English-as-a-second language (ESL) curricular documents and instructional support materials. Provide resources and materials to support staff in accomplishing program goals.
• Work with other curriculum coordinators to establish and maintain challenging academic standards that will ensure that students learn English as well as content information and exit the bilingual/ESL programs within established time frames.
• Consult with teachers to develop and provide bilingual students with appropriate course work through curriculum modification and acceleration.
• Observe classroom instruction and provide feedback and assistance to classroom teachers to facilitate improvement and innovation. Demonstrate teaching strategies with students in the classroom.
• Plan and provide staff development including sessions on methods for identifying and instructing bilingual students and enriched learning.
• Plan and conduct parent meetings. Consult with parents, administrators, counselors, teachers, community agencies, and other relevant individuals regarding bilingual students.
• Evaluate the bilingual program effectiveness based on evaluative findings (including student achievement data) and recommend changes as need.

• 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 equipment and supplies for the program.
• Participate in grant‑writing activities to obtain program funding.

• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and the local board policy.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

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 district wide travel; occasional statewide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Please contact Donna Colley, Director of Curriculum

Position Type: Full‑Time

Job Categories: Administration >
Director/Coordinator/Manager

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Donna Colley , Assistant Superintendent
• Administration Office
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