ELD Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Amethod Public Schools (AMPS) is a mission and values driven organization. Our mission is to provide a rigorous college preparatory education and character development program that will prepare students from underserved communities to succeed in college and beyond. Our day-to-day work is embodied by a set of core values : Students First, Adaptability, Perseverance, Results Oriented Mindset (Accountability), Commitment to Distinction (Be the Change) . We are looking for team members who exude these values and a passion for our mission.

POSITION

We are seeking an experienced educational leader to fill the role of ELD Coordinator. The ELD Coordinator will be responsible for disseminating curriculum options and instructional strategies, and provides professional development / coaching through active collaboration with the Directors of Data and Instruction to enhance the EL development services for the schools, and serves as a significant resource to the ELD instructional staff. The ELD Coordinator will report to the Director of Student Services and will work closely with school leaders and teachers to foster a culture of continuous improvement and student success.

Requirements :

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop a Newcomers program to meet the whole child.
• Provide targeted coaching to teachers, including modeling lessons, to support English Learners in the classroom.
• Provide coaching and support to Paraprofessionals working with English learners.
• Provide professional development on designated and integrated ELD instruction.
• Support TK-12 English Language Development and oversee the ELD Program at each school site.
• Develop programs to address the needs of Long Term English Learners (LTELs).
• Manage and oversee the administration of ELPAC.
• Disaggregate ELPAC / other EL data and lead data dives for site leaders.
• Investigate and oversee ELD curriculum development.
• Oversee RFEP process and progress monitoring for reclassified students.
• Update the ELD Master Plan as needed and / or on an annual basis.
• Complete program oversight and compliance paperwork for Title III and other ELD grant funds, as received.
• Develop a summer school program for EL students.

Perform other duties, as assigned.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

Physical Requirements

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $90,000-$110,000. Salary is commensurate with experience, education, and expertise. A competitive benefits package is also offered.

This is a full-time, exempt, 100% in-person position.

To apply : Visit us at www.amethodschools.org

As an equal opportunity employer; we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.