EL Program Coordinator - Elementary

Under the direction of the Director of the Department of ELD the Department of ELD Programming Coordinator position coordinates the ELD Site Facilitator instructional model work in the district and supports English Language development as outlined in federal, state, and district program guidance. This eucator also works with teachers and administrators to assist with improving system wide practices in both these areas, thus directly impacting the support for students learning English as a second language. EXEMPLARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBIITIES Assists the Director of ELD in achieving district objectives and carrying out policies established by the Chief Academic Officer, Superintendent and Board of Trustees in providing equitable access to instruction for all students. Develops, implements, and evaluates goals and objectives as they pertain to areas of responsibility. Provides technical assistance to district and school teams in designing, planning and implementing the Multilingual Education programs (ELD Site Facilitator and English Language Development). Facilitates ELD Site Facilitator program network with schools within the district to foster collaboration and program sustainability. Supports the district plan for implementing the ELD Site Facilitator Model K-12. Assists Director of ELD in overseeing the coaching support to schools in implementing the ELD Site Facilitator Model and English Language Development programs. Conducts English Learner data analysis to evaluate program effectiveness. Plans, supports, and leads professional development activities with Director of ELD to ensure that programs and support services are implemented according to regulations. Assists the Director of ELD in the recruitment, screening, evaluation, interview, and selection process for ELD Site Facilitators. Provides guidance and coordination to the district wide English language learner certificated and classified staff. Coordinates special projects as necessary. Spends significant time at schools in direct and personal consultation with students, principals, and EL staff to provide the full range of multilingual education needs. Supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned personnel; assists the Director of ELD in coordinating the work assignments and training of assigned personnel; reviews work to assure compliance with established standards, requirements and procedures; takes the necessary steps to ensure smooth and timely service to all employees and to prospective employees. Develops and implements long- and short-term plans and activities. Performs all other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education/Experience : Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be: Education : A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in educational leadership, administration, or related field; AND Experience : Three (3) years administrative experience, with a supervisory role in instruction preferred, AND Experience : Three (3) years or more experience working in schools or central office as a teacher or instructional coach. Licenses/Certificates : Possession of a valid Nevada license endorsement in school or program administration (Nevada Administrator's License). TESOL endorsement is preferred. OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS None. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS N one. COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES Knowledge of : Instructional scaffolds and supports for language acquisition, cultural competency, federal and state regulations pertaining to English Language Learners, and data informed practices. Skill at: Facilitating meetings; organizing and scheduling professional development; coaching; communication and collaborating with site administrators, teachers, teaching assistants and families; communicating effectively orally and in writing; evaluating certified and classified personnel, assessing, establishing, and maintaining effective working relationships with school sites, district departments and community organizations; data entry, and writing reports. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as paper, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work. WORK ENVIRONMENT The environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meetings and training rooms, libraries, residences, or commercial vehicles, e.g., use of safe work practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, observance of fire regulations and traffic signals. The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated. THIS JOB SPECIFICATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO IMPLY THAT THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE THE EXCLUSIVE STANDARDS OF THE POSITION. INCUMBENTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY OTHER INSTRUCTIONS, AND TO PERFORM ANY OTHER RELATED DUTIES AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THEIR SUPERVISOR. The Washoe County School District is committed to providing a safe and respectful learning and working environment for all students, staff, and visitors. The District prohibits bullying, cyber-bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and/or discrimination based on an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veterans or military status,marital status, disability or the presence of any sensory, physical or mental handicap in any of its educational programs/activities and employment, or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The District prohibits discrimination against any youth group listed in Title 36, as a patriotic society, (i.e. Boy Scouts of America) from access to public school facilities use. Internal Job Number 2026-27-A263135 Grade 27 Salary range starts: $92,107 Salaries are subject to adjustment and may increase and decrease each fiscal year. New employees hired by Washoe County School District are normally placed on the entry step of the grade of the position. Benefit packages are available for all employees, eligible employees who are regularly scheduled to work 27.5 hours per week or more receive full benefits of the District which include but are not limited to; No waiting period on Medical, Dental, Vision and Life InsuranceEmployees may select an insurance plan wherein WCSD contributes 100% of insurance premiums. Sick Leave, Holiday Pay and Vacation Pay Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Contribution options will be explained in detail during the New Employee Orientation. Please be advised health insurance premiums are paid by employees at a prorated percent for those working less than full time. #J-18808-Ljbffr