English as a Second Language (ESL) Program Manager

Job overview

The English as a Second Language (ESL) Program Manager role is hybrid in Austin, TX, reporting to the central office or schools three days a week. Compensation is not specified. The role supports KIPP Texas Public Schools’ multilingual education work across secondary schools and campuses. The manager coaches teachers and school leaders, facilitates professional learning, monitors student and program data, and supports implementation of multilingual instructional frameworks and state and federal requirements. This work is intended to strengthen academic achievement and language development for emergent bilingual students.

What you'll do

• Coach teachers, Assistant Principals of Student Services, and school leaders on content-based language instruction
• plan and facilitate professional learning
• observe instruction and provide actionable feedback
• support implementation of English Language Proficiency Standards and linguistic accommodations
• lead professional learning communities and data meetings
• analyze school and regional data and support response plans
• monitor compliance with state and federal guidelines
• assist with Title III engagement, teacher certification support, newcomer summer program planning, and TELPAS testing plans.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

esl program manager

english language learners

emergent bilingual students

multilingual education

instructional coaching

secondary schools

austin tx

kipp texas public schools

hybrid

content-based language instruction

professional learning

telpas

texas teaching certificate

esl supplemental

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• flexible paid time off
• paid family leave
• flexible spending account or HSA
• employee assistance programs
• optional employee-paid legal, identity protection, life, and disability insurance.

Why this role

Hybrid work with three days per week at the central office or schools. Regular travel to other school sites or regional offices may occur; reliable transportation is needed for travel between campuses. A valid Texas Teaching Certificate and ESL Supplemental are required.

About the employer

KIPP Texas Public Schools is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.