Job Title: District Bilingual Coordinator

 

Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Administrator in an Educational Establishment

 

Reports to: Executive Director of Special Programs

Dept./School: Special Programs

 

Date Revised: 3/25/2026

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 bilingual students.

Qualifications:
Education/Certification: Master’s degree in education administration or bilingual education
Valid Texas teaching certificate with endorsement in bilingual education

 

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of ESL and bilingual education
Knowledge of federal and state bilingual and ESL education compliance and requirements
Ability to interpret data and evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Ability to implement policy and procedures
Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Experience:
Five years of experience as a bilingual classroom teacher
Two years of experience in instructional leadership roles

Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional and Program Management
1. Oversee the development and delivery of bilingual and ESL education curriculum and instructional programs that incorporate district goals and support student achievement.
2. Implement procedures and coordinate the process to identify bilingual students at all grade levels districtwide, including review of student data and testing of students.
3. 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.

4. 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 timeframes.
5. Consult with teachers to develop and provide bilingual students with appropriate course work through curriculum modification and acceleration.
6. Observe classroom instruction and provide feedback and assistance to classroom teachers to facilitate improvement and innovation. Demonstrate teaching strategies with students in the classroom.
7. Plan and provide staff development including sessions on methods for identifying and instructing bilingual students and enriched learning.
8. Plan and conduct parent meetings. Consult with parents, administrators, counselors, teachers, community agencies, and other relevant individuals regarding bilingual students.
9. Evaluate the bilingual program effectiveness based on evaluative findings (including student achievement data) and recommend changes as need.

Policy, Reports, and Law
10. Implement the policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in the area of bilingual and ESL education. Recommend sound policies and procedures to improve program, and make regular reports of progress towards program goals to district administration and the board of trustees.
11. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
12. Oversee the district’s LPAC program, ensuring that all relevant staff are appropriately trained and supported in the process.
13. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Budget and Inventory
14. Develop and administer the bilingual and ESL budgets based on documented needs and ensure that operations are cost effective and funds are managed wisely.
15. Maintain a current inventory of supplies and equipment and recommend the replacement and disposal of equipment when necessary.
16. Oversee grant-writing activities to obtain program funding.
Communication and Community Relations 

17. Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with principals, teachers, staff, parents, school board, and community members.
18. Articulate the district’s mission and goals in the area of bilingual and ESL education to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.
19. Demonstrate awareness of district-community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs.
20. Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.

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

Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of staff in the bilingual and ESL
departments.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
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 districtwide travel; occasional statewide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

 

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.