Temporary, Instructional Coordinator (TOSA), Dual Language - DO
To apply for this position, please visit: https://wlwv.schoolspring.com/jobdetail?jobId=5398542
The start date for this position is as soon as possible for the remainder of 2025-2026 school year.
Position Description:
The Dual Language Instructional Coordinator provides direct support to students, teachers, and principals in continually improving language acquisition and academic growth. 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 coaches and provides professional learning for elementary, middle and high school teachers in the Spanish Dual Language program and the elementary Chinese/Mandarin Dual Language teachers. Uses data to inform continual improvement. Coordinates family information evenings and works with principals to support and integrate dual language learning in seven schools. Instructional Coordinator models instruction and plans lessons and units with dual language teachers. The Instructional Coordinator for 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 Dual Language 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 Dual Language program.
Defining, supporting, and modeling Dual Language instructions.
Modeling and facilitating the development of co-planning and co-teaching practices.
Assisting and consulting with school administrators in supporting the Dual Language Program in each school, communicating with parents, and coaching classroom teachers.
Supporting staff with appropriate skill development for effective translation and interpretation services.
Assisting administrators and dual language teachers in developing students' language acquisition, literacy, and academic competence (K-12)
Modeling language acquisition strategies and supporting dual language teachers in implementing them (K-12)
Coaching dual language teachers in planning, teaching and assessing the effectiveness of reading, writing and math instructions in Spanish and English for the K-5 schools.
Qualifications:
Three years of teaching experience as a Dual Language or ELD teacher;
ESOL Endorsement or ESL Teaching Certification;
Experience with co-planning, co-teaching and an integrated approach;
Experience with instructional strategies for teaching language skills within the content of the curriculum;
Experience with supporting students’ language and academic growth at the primary and secondary levels;
Demonstrated commitment to inclusive instruction and culturally responsive practices;
Strong relationship skills with students and colleagues;
Oregon teaching license;
Master’s 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.
Benefits:
The West Linn-Wilsonville School District offers a competitive benefits package, including District-paid 6% PERS retirement contribution, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, and Professional Development & Tuition Reimbursement (prorated based on FTE). For a full list of benefits offered to our employees, please click here. Please note, Classified employees must work a minimum of .5 FTE to be eligible for insurance. Temporary staff are not eligible for Professional Development & Tuition Reimbursement.
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 communities have experienced steady, constant growth over the past three decades. The estimated student population of the District as of December 2024 is 8,900.
It is the policy of the West Linn-Wilsonville Board of Education and School District (WLWV) that no discrimination or harassment on the grounds of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veterans' status, genetic information, or disability shall occur if the employee with or without reasonable accommodation, is able to perform the essential functions of the position. These protections apply to students, employees, and other members of the public. West Linn-Wilsonville School District is committed to equal access and equal opportunity in all activities/services, educational programs, and employment. Persons having questions regarding equal opportunity and nondiscrimination should contact the Director of Human Resources at the West Linn-Wilsonville School District, 503-673-7095.
