English Learner Program Enhancement Specialist

      I.  TITLE: English Learner Program Enhancement Specialist-Certified

      II. QUALIFICATIONS:

       Required

• Bachelor's degree in Education
• Valid Idaho teaching certificate or eligibility to obtain one
• ESL endorsement or willingness to obtain within a designated timeframe
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful K–12 teaching experience

       Preferred

• Experience working with English learner populations
• Knowledge of second language acquisition and effective instructional strategies for EL students
• Experience providing professional development or instructional coaching
• Familiarity with WIDA standards, EL instructional frameworks, and accountability systems

       Skills and Competencies

• Strong understanding of or willingness to learn second language acquisition and literacy development practices
• Ability to support and improve ELA instruction for diverse learners
• Strong data analysis skills to inform instruction and program decisions
• Excellent communication, organization, and collaboration skills
• Ability to design and deliver high-quality professional learning
• Collaborative, student-centered approach to supporting educators and improving outcomes
• Positive attitude and solution oriented

       Working Conditions

• Travel between district schools is required
• Participation in regular planning and collaboration meetings
• Occasional evening or extended hours for training and professional development
• Attendance at trainings and conferences, which may require travel

      III.  POSITION SUMMARY:

The EL Enhancement Program Specialist is a certified educational professional who supports the district's English Learner (EL) program through instructional leadership, co-teaching, co-planning and targeted professional development. This position works closely with the District EL/Migrant Program Specialist to expand support for English learners across all district schools and ensure implementation of program goals.

The Enhancement Specialist works collaboratively with teachers, paraprofessionals, and administrators to improve instructional practices, with a strong emphasis on literacy development and English Language Arts (ELA) outcomes. This role directly supports classroom instruction through co-teaching and coaching, while also ensuring alignment with state and federal requirements.

IV.  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

        Instructional Support

• Support secondary teachers to support English language development and improve literacy outcomes for EL students
• Co-planning with teachers to design instruction, scaffolds, and accommodations
• Provide in-class coaching and modeling of effective instructional strategies for secondary teachers in all subject areas
• Support implementation of research-based practices to improve ELA proficiency and student achievement
  
  Program Implementation and Development
• Support implementation of EL programming in alignment with district, state, and federal requirements
• Assist in the development of a Dual Language Immersion (DLI) program and ensure proper implementation of program goals and objectives
• Assist in the coordination of supplemental EL programming such as summer school and tutoring services

• Professional Development and Training
• Design and deliver district-wide professional development
• Provide ongoing training, coaching, and support for teachers, paraprofessionals, and administrators focused on instructional strategies, scaffolding, accommodations, and assessment for EL students
• Provide technical assistance to EL staff, including regular collaboration at the secondary level to support individual student needs

• Resource Development
• Develop, implement, and maintain a district-wide EL Resource Hub
• Curate instructional materials, guidelines, and tools to support teachers working with EL students
• Ensure resources are accessible, consistent, and aligned with best practices and district expectations

• Data Monitoring and Program Evaluation
• Monitor and analyze student performance data, including state and district performance data
• Use data to inform instructional decisions, coaching, and program improvements
• Support development and analysis of staff surveys to assess training effectiveness and identify needs

• Participate in ongoing evaluation of program implementation and student outcomes

   

• Collaboration and Communication
• Work closely with the EL team and district leadership to align goals and initiatives
• Promote a culture of inclusion and equitable access for English learners

• Program Operations
• Maintain accurate and confidential records related to EL services and student progress
• Support EL screening and identification processes and ACCESS testing

• Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal guidelines.

   

  V.  OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

   

  Performs all other duties as assigned consistent with the responsibilities of a teacher and the Idaho Code of Ethics.
   

  VI. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

   

• We recognize that candidates may not meet every preferred qualification. We encourage individuals who are committed to improving outcomes for English learners to apply.

• This position is to meet the needs of an EL Enhancement Grant with a three-year grant cycle and is dependent on annual renewal of funding. Benefits will be in accordance with the approved board policy. 

   

  VII. EVALUATION:

   

  Performance of this position will be evaluated annually by Director of Intervention and Support in accordance with the provisions of board policy.

   

  EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

  Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability. In addition, interview preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations. If you need special accommodations to satisfy testing requirements, please contact Human Resources.