Need Multilingual Learner (ML) Coordinator and Lead Teacher - Valid NC Teaching License Required in Asheville, NC

Job title: Multilingual Learner (ML) Coordinator and Lead Teacher - Valid NC Teaching License Required
Company: Asheville City Schools
Job description: Multilingual Learner (ML) Coordinator and Lead Teacher - Valid NC Teaching License Required JobID: 2690

• Position Type:

Curriculum

• Date Posted:

10/5/2023

• Location:

District wide

• Date Available:

when filled

• Closing Date:

until filled

Asheville City Schools Job Description

Job Title: District Multilingual Learner (ML) Coordinator and Lead Teacher
Job Status: Full-Time
Location: District-Wide
Contact: - Melissa Hedt, Deputy Superintendent of Accountability and Instruction

General Statement of Job
The District Multilingual Learner (ML) Coordinator and Lead Teacher position is a dual role in which at least 50% of the employee?s time will be dedicated to coordinating ML servicing at the district level, and the other portion of time is dedicated to providing ML direct services to a caseload of students in a school setting. This position will report to the Deputy Superintendent of Accountability and Instruction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
District Multilingual Learner Coordinator

Facilitate the development, implementation and articulation of the District?s K-12 Language Instruction Educational Program (LIEP).

Create a standard protocol for onboarding new comer ML students

Coordinate professional development opportunities for ML teachers

Provide direct support and coordinate professional development for general education teachers that work with multilingual learners

Coordinate the district?s communication efforts with our families of multilingual learners

Provide leadership and oversight in the development of English Language Development (ELD) programming and scaffolded content instruction through data analysis of ML performance and knowledge of current ELD research.

Conduct observations of ML teachers and provide support and feedback

Coordinate and oversee the identification process for Multilingual Learners

Work alongside the student data and accountability staff to maintain and monitor electronic and/or paper records for all students identified as Multilingual Learners.

Assist site principals and leadership teams with setting goals for improved instruction and monitoring of multilingual learner achievement data to make informed instructional decisions

Coordinate curriculum planning for multilingual learners, including reviewing standards-aligned instructional materials and software and assisting with piloting, adopting and implementing

Participate in training opportunities to develop and strengthen knowledge on current techniques in language acquisition, English Language Development, Long Term English Learner strategies and other related topics

Stay up-to-date with NCDPI?s requirements for serving multilingual learners and communicate these requirements with appropriate staff

Work with the Director of Testing and Accountability to implement WIDA Screener and Access assessment

Perform all other related duties as assigned.
Multilingual Learner Lead Teacher

Provide direct support to a caseload of multilingual students

Work with school administration and general education teachers to implement best practices for serving ML students

Advocate for ML students in all aspects of their educational experience

Appropriately modify and adapt instruction for ML students

Serve as the liaison between the school and families of ML students

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in education or a related field

Current NC Teaching certificate, including ESL certification

Strong advocate for multilingual students and their families

Maintains an equity lens that elevates the voices of students and families from diverse cultural backgrounds

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications:

5 or more years of experience teaching English Language Development

Experience working with Hispanic, Pacific Islander, Chinese and Ukrainian communities

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Location: Asheville, NC

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