Temporary Instructional Coordinator (TOSA), English Language Development - District Office
The start date for this position is 1/05/2026 through 4/15/2026.
To apply for this position please visit: https://wlwv.schoolspring.com/jobdetail?jobId=5394536
Position Description:
The ELD Instructional Coordinator provides direct support to students, teachers, and principals in continually improving language acquisition. The Instructional Coordinator works in the district’s primary and secondary schools serving students, modeling instruction, developing and facilitating strategic professional learning, and working alongside teachers and school leaders. The Instructional Coordinator assists in leading the district’s English language learner program by providing job embedded professional learning, ensuring that regulations are met, and making sure that emerging bilingual and dual language students are strongly supported in their academic growth and language acquisition development. The Instructional Coordinator for English Language Development (ELD) and Dual Language works with, and is supervised by, the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning.
Responsibilities Include:
Assisting the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning in the planning and facilitation of professional development for classroom teachers and ELD teachers, including adoption and implementation of EL curriculum and resources.
Assisting the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning in facilitating, implementing, evaluating and continually improving the district EL Plan and program.
Leading the ELD team, including facilitating monthly team meetings and coordinating the EL program.
Defining, supporting, and modeling Sheltered Instruction.
Modeling and facilitating the development of collaboration and co-teaching practices.
Providing direct support for English learners who are newcomers.
Assisting and consulting with school administrators in implementing the EL plan, communicating with parents of English learners, and coaching classroom teachers with Sheltered Instruction strategies.
Supporting staff with appropriate skill development for effective translation and interpretation services.
Coordinating the administration of annual English learner assessments.
Assisting school administrators in providing instruction and support to meet the needs of English learners.
Assisting administrators and dual language teachers in developing students’ language acquisition, literacy, and academic competence.
Modeling language acquisition strategies and supporting dual language teachers in implementing them.
Coaching dual language teachers in planning, teaching, and assessing the effectiveness of reading, writing, and math instruction in Spanish and English.
Qualifications:
Three years of teaching experience in a dual language classroom or as an ELD teacher;
ESOL Endorsement or ESL Teaching Certification;
Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred;
Experience with teaching and leading Sheltered Instruction strategies;
Experience with dual language programs and instruction;
Oregon teaching license;
Masters Degree preferred.
A teacher in the West Linn-Wilsonville School District joins a community of professionals who embrace the district's mission and six guiding vision themes:
How do we create learning communities for the greatest thinkers and most thoughtful people for the world?
Six Guiding Vision Themes
Demonstrates personal and academic excellence;
Provides a personalized education to improve student performance;
Establishes community partnerships and expands the classroom beyond the school;
Creates a circle of support for each student;
Educates the whole person-intellectually, emotionally, physically, and ethically;
Integrates technology in daily living.
Community and District Information:
The West Linn-Wilsonville School District is nestled within two thriving cities, West Linn and Wilsonville, within the rural area of Clackamas County. Both communities have a strong legacy of support for their schools, music and arts endeavors, and the overall well-being of their patrons. The school district and surrounding communties have experienced steady, constant growth over the past three decades. The estimated student population of the District as of March, 2024 is 8,900.
This District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with provisions of the various civil rights laws including: The Fair Employment Practice Act; Title IX regulations, and Section 504 in employment and education programs and activities.
We are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and strictly comply with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act amendments of 1989. Upon request, this District will give reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
