Director of English Language Learner (ELL) Program

SUMMARY:

Position          : Director of ELL

Description     : To assist the Chief Academic Officer with coordination of District ELL program and ensure campus compliance with State and Federal laws.      

Reports to      : Chief Academic Officer

Department   : Academics

Job type          : Full time

Classification  : Exempt

Calendar Type : 11 Month (Calendar 2)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Missouri ELL/ESOL teaching certificate required


• Bachelor’s degree in ELL/ESOL required; Master’s degree preferred


• Minimum of five years of ELL/ESOL teaching experience required


• Campus-level administrative or ELL/ESOL coordinator experience preferred

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implement and coordinate procedures and processes to identify EL students at all grade levels district-wide, including review of student data, the coordination of testing of students, and appropriate program placement.


• Develop and revise ELL curriculum as needed and ensure ELL curriculum is effectively being implemented at campuses.


• Train and coach teachers to develop and provide ELL students with appropriate course work through curriculum modification, differentiation, acceleration, etc.


• Plan, develop and conduct staff development sessions, including sessions on various ELL instructional methods, enriched learning in classroom settings, and push-in, pull-out, and sheltered models of ELL instruction.


• Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the ELL programs and make recommendations to implement changes based on the findings.


• Ensure that district ELL program goals are met by close monitoring the program implementation and analyzing assessment results and program reports.


• Compile, maintain, analyze, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required in accordance with and guidance of state laws, and federal laws in regard to FERPA.


• Train and coach campus personnel and supervise parent meetings to ensure appropriate program recommendations are made to meet the academic and linguistic needs of students.


• Train, coach, and support teachers in implementing a variety of instructional materials, technology tools and digital learning platforms to enhance learning and language proficiency development.


• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and the local board policy.


• Compile budget and cost estimates based on documented program needs.


• Participate in grant-writing activities to obtain program funding.


• Assist with the selection and purchase of supplemental equipment and supplies for the ELL program.


• Assist campus principals in determining ELL FTE based on ELL population.


• Interview and be involved in the hiring process for appropriate ELL staffing.


• Support needs of ELLs in other content Districts by collaborating with curriculum coaches or teachers.


• Ensure state submissions are accurate and done in a timely manner by reviewing and confirming the data that is going to be submitted.


• Participate in professional development activities and staff meetings as required or assigned.


• Evaluate ELL teachers as needed.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district.


• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district.


• Ability to organize special programs for assigned campuses.


• Ability to use computer including software, database used by the district, spreadsheet and word processing software, calculator, copy machine and telephone.


• Ability to analyze data


• Ability to use effective interview techniques, effective public speaking skills, and problem-solving skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Light Work: may require occasional light lifting.


• Nights and weekend activities will be occasionally required.


• Position is in office setting and may involve prolonged work at a desk in one location.


• Moderate travel is required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements, physical demands, work conditions and environment listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.