Coordinator of Language Pathways - Elmhurst, United States - Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205

Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205

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Elmhurst, United States

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Description

JobID: 6935

Position Type:

Administration
Date Posted:

6/4/2024
Location:
District
Coordinator of Language Pathways

Summary

Under the supervision of the Executive Director of Elementary Education, develop and monitor all District 205 Language Programs; provide leadership and support for professional development; and, lead the District in the coordination and implementation of identified District programs, including the district's gifted and talented program (REACH). Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Language Pathways and Programs to lead the District in the coordination and implementation of District programs and assessments across EC-12, including World Languages, dual language, English learners, REACH, and Mentor programming. This position is for a 11 month employee at the District level.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities-
Support high quality Dual Language Curriculum development K - 8 and management to support biliteracy with the Assistant Director, including the implementation of the IRLA & ENILSupport community engagement efforts and work to create a welcoming, affirming, & engaging atmosphere at all buildings
Manage Dual Language report card and proficiency scalesSupport EL programming at Churchville Middle School, including master scheduling, student placement, and audits to ensure fidelity of course requirements of Sheltered, Co-Taught and Spanish Bilingual)
Provide on site assistance for LAS Links assessment administration; manage LAS Links vendor partnership and dates for administration and reportingEnsure the proper management of Dual Language documentation in accordance with state requirements (e.g. refusal letters, TBE placement rationale, Powerschool monitoring, dominant language, enrollment monitoring)
Collaborate with school leaders to establish goals, action plans, and monitor progress of programming for REACH programmingCoordinate REACH curriculum planning and alignment with Instructional Coaches and REACH teachers
Serve as district liaison REACH Parent GroupExecute all translation services, including Parent Teachers Conferences
Collaborate with involved staff to plan and implement Mentor Programming.Train staff district-wide on language assessments, incl. ACCESS K-12, WIDA Screener K-8, and LAS Links.
Completes all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Spanish fluent requiredEvidence of at least five (5) years of exemplary classroom teaching expertise
Master's degree preferredIllinois Professional Educator License registered in DuPage County and bilingual endorsement
Experience with leading school communities and multilingual students is preferred

Compensation

Salary and Benefits: 80-85K

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 recognizes that excellence in education requires a commitment to consistently implementing practices, policies, and procedures in all schools and programs which provide equal educational opportunities for all students and staff. Consistent with Board Policy 7:10, equal educational and extracurricular opportunities are available to all staff members and applicants without regard to race, color, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, age, religion, physical or mental disability, status as homeless, immigration status, order of protection status, or actual or potential marital or parental status, including pregnancy.

About the District

Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 serves more than 8,400 students throughout one early childhood center, eight elementary schools, three middle schools, one high school and a transition center. Our vision is that all students will be College, Career and Life Ready. We achieve this vision by Educating, Engaging and Empowering all students throughout their Journey of Excellence.
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Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.