Instructional Specialist (226 Days)
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onFair Oaks Avenue, Vickery Meadows PID, Dallas, Dallas County, Texas, 75231, United States
About the Role
The Watson Candidate Assistant serves as a dedicated resource for inquiries regarding opportunities within Dallas ISD. This position is designed to support the district's commitment to bilingual and ESL education by bridging the gap between administrative goals and classroom implementation.
In this role, you will act as a strategic partner to the Executive Director and the Bilingual/ESL Department. Your primary mission is to foster academic achievement for English Learners (ELs) by developing and leading professional learning communities, coaching teachers, and ensuring program alignment with federal, state, and local guidelines. You will be the face of the Dual Language program, organizing events and managing digital communications to enhance community awareness and positive perceptions of the district's initiatives.
Day in the Life
Your day will likely involve a dynamic mix of strategic planning, direct instruction, and community engagement. You might begin by analyzing data from Power School and the MyData Portal to identify professional development needs, then move on to co-leading a district-wide Professional Learning Community. Throughout the day, you will provide technical assistance to campus leadership, demonstrate instructional strategies to teachers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine the district's education plan. The role also requires active participation in district events, often extending into evenings and Saturdays, to support the visibility and success of the Bilingual/ESL Department.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Fair Oaks Avenue, Vickery Meadows PID, Dallas, Dallas County, Texas, 75231, United States
Dallas, Texas
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDevelop, implement, and present professional development training for Dual Language teachers and administrators
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Bilingual, Esl, Second Language Acquisition, Bilingual/esl Laws, Dual Language Programs, Microsoft Office, Web-Based Applications, Digital Instructional Tools, English, Spanish.
Education: Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Instructional Specialist (226 Days) at Dallas Independent School District
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In this Instructional Specialist (226 Days) at Dallas Independent School District role, you will develop, implement, and present professional development training for dual language teachers and administrators; co-develop and lead campus and district-wide professional learning communities to increase academic achievement; provide demonstrations for teachers on instructional strategies and district program implementation; and maintain collaboration with district departments and non-district partnerships to support els.
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To qualify for the Instructional Specialist (226 Days) at Dallas Independent School District position, applicants should have: Bachelor's Degree (Master's Degree preferred); Valid Texas Bilingual or ESL teacher certification; Five years of directly related experience in classroom teaching and leadership; Extensive knowledge of second language acquisition, Bilingual/ESL laws, and Dual Language programs; Proficiency in technology including Microsoft Office, web-based applications, and digital instructional tools; and Academic Language Proficiency in English and Spanish (Speaking, Listening, Writing, Reading).