Program Coordinator- Multilingual Education

Program Coordinator – Multilingual Education

POSITION: Program Coordinator - Multilingual Education

JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction and supervision of the Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction is responsible for overseeing the implementation and growth of the Multilingual Learners program within Joliet Public Schools District 86. The Multilingual Education Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing programs designed to support multilingual learners. This role involves coordinating resources, collaborating with educators, and ensuring that programs meet the linguistic and cultural needs of diverse student populations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations related to multilingual education programs.

Support the strategic direction of the District’s Multilingual programs.

Assists in the use of data, research, legislation and state/federal guidelines to ensure, and evaluate, and lead development and compliance.

Provide leadership, training, and support to educators while ensuring that applicable programs align with district goals and the multilingual standards for students.

Provide leadership in the organization and execution of District screening procedures for student placement at all levels, program placement criteria, and in accordance with regulatory guidance, the maintenance of student records, establishment of ESL Progress Reports, and the monitoring of students who have exited the program.

Provide building support to the instructional sta? and administration in the implementation and practice of WIDA strategies.

Oversee program implementation (systems, structures, curriculum, and professional learning) to ensure consistent use of the WIDA strategies to promote language development for students.

Lead educator teams in the selection and/or development of instructional materials, implement and monitor pilot programs, and recommend appropriate textbooks and supplementary materials

Assess student language proficiency and develop individualized learning plans for equitable access to language support.

Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, making adjustments as needed.

Organize and coordinate, and facilitate professional development opportunities and WIDA training for teachers, support staff, and administrators to enhance e?ective instructional practices.

Foster and implement a communication system to ensure family and community engagement events and resources for schools for the successful long-term implementation of integrating multilingual programming.

Serve as a liaison between schools, families, and community organizations to foster strong partnerships.

Provide support and feedback to multilingual educators and Instructional coaches.

Work in partnership with school administrators and the Human Resources Department in all facets of the employment screening and recommendation process, and onboarding for educator, paraprofessional and office personnel positions.

Work collaboratively within the Curriculum Department and Building staff with all aspects involved in the coordination of the district-wide administration of testing (ie:ACCESS).

Prepare and maintain accurate records of student progress and ACCESS testing for District 86

Work with representatives of the District’s instructional technology staff to ensure the monitoring and adjusting of student information (enrollment, programmatic, demographic, etc) in District information systems (ie:Aspen and ISBE’s Student Information System) to ensure proper ELL data reporting throughout the year, for standardized state assessment taking, and reporting planning and reporting purposes.

Monitor student progress and analyze the multilingual program data to drive improvement over time

Prepare for state audits by maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation.

Manage grant budgets, monitor spending, and ensure proper use of funds in line with grant requirements.

Facilitate instructional coaching and ESL meetings, and PLCs.

Support and participate in parent/family (BPAC) and community organizations. Enhance communication with families and community agencies.

Perform any additional duties/tasks as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction or Designee.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE:

Master’s degree, from an accredited college or university, with training in administration, supervision, and/or other education-related areas.

Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate administrative endorsement (ie: Principal, Superintendent, etc.), as well as approval in bilingual and/or ESL education

Valid, Appropriate Illinois credentials to evaluate certi?ed sta?

Education in program and personnel administration and supervision, curriculum development, and instruction with an emphasis in bilingual education or English as a second language

EXPERIENCE:

Three (3) years of successful educational leadership, administrative or program supervisory experience is preferred

Four (4)years of successful teaching or related service experience is required (ie: school counselor, social worker, etc.)

Background in professional development or instructional coaching preferred, in addition to experience motivating and counseling students

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Fluent in oral and written Spanish.

Excellent communication, presentation, and listening skills.

Experience with leading or facilitating teams and motivating colleagues toward high standards and continuous improvement mindset.

Demonstrated knowledge of “best practices” in curriculum, instruction and assessment in bilingual education.

Record of successful implementation of Illinois Priority Learning Standards, and the WIDA English Language Development (ELD) Standards.

Evidence of instructional leadership with a strong commitment to academic excellence, with high expectations of students and sta?.

Strong background in core content with experience with multi-tiered systems of support and data analysis.

An administrative leadership style based on e?ective human relations and a student-focused continuous improvement model;

Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in curriculum and instruction at the elementary and junior high/middle school level;

Ability and ?exibility to work with limited supervision in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions

E?ective skills in gathering information in order to respond to questions, inquiries, and/or complaints, as well as assist in the resolution of con?ict with courtesy, tact, and respect.

Demonstrated excellence as an educational leader with strong organizational, problem-solving solving and human relations skills

Actively promotes the belief that all students can learn, and advocates for equitable learning opportunities within a rigorous curriculum for all students, especially those from traditionally underserved or marginalized populations.

E?ective verbal and written communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills with a record of building relationships that foster collegial trust, promote teacher e?cacy, and family engagement, and motivate others to aspire to high expectations and accountability with a common instructional focus;

A positive attitude toward the role, and ?exibility as an innovative team builder; Accessibility and visibility to stakeholders

Evidence of regular engagement and desire to continue professional learning, implementation, and re?ection, in the areas of curriculum, child development, equitable practices, and instructional methods in the junior high school;

Experience with the integration of instructional technology to enhance the delivery of learning and current knowledge of technology tools appropriate to the role;

Knowledge of District policies, Local policies, State, and Federal laws relating to students, schools, and instruction

Understanding of the range of services and requirements to meet the needs of a diverse student population, including special education, enrichment, and multilingual services, and demonstrated use of strategies for ensuring practice of the same;

The vision, compassion, and enthusiasm for e?ective team leadership to motivate high standards, addressing achievement gaps, and continuous improvement;

Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in Spanish is strongly preferred

Record of accountability in project management, including preparing and maintaining accurate records and meeting strict deadlines

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed within the school/district environment where unusual temperature, noise, and hazards are relatively non-existent. Work requires the employee to perform the following critical physical demands of the job:

Ability to regularly communicate verbally and hear;

Ability to use close and distant vision and adjust focus;

Ability to push, pull, ambulate, perform tasks from a standing or seated position, and use ?ne motor manipulation during the normal performance of tasks and responsibilities

Ability to occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, and lift or move up to 30-50 pounds.

Ability to travel from building to building and within the local community as needed.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Minimum annual base salary for this position is $ 83,453, to be determined by the Superintendent based on experience and credentials. In addition to salary, this position o?ers fringe bene?ts, including, but not limited to, Board Contribution to the Teachers Retirement System (TRS), health, dental, vision, and life insurance. This is a 12-month certi?ed administrative, non-bargaining position. FLSA Exempt Status.

EVALUATION: Performance of this role will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of professional personnel, and in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Illinois School Code related to Principal evaluation.

The information contained in this job description is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.

POSITION GUIDE: Certi?ed Personnel

REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction

Director of Teaching and Learning

Director of School Improvement and Professional Learning

RELATES TO: Central Sta? Administration

Director of Student Services Director of Special Education Program Coordinators Principals

Assistant Principals Classroom Teachers Students

Parents

Community members

SUPERVISORY ROLE: Clerical Aide / Curriculum Secretary

Shift Type Full-Time Salary Range

Salary Code Per Year Job Category Administrator

Name DR. JUDITH NASH

Title ASSIST. SUPERINTENDENT OF Human Ressources

Location JPS DISTRICT 86 Phone

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