Position Title

Director of ENL, Bilingual Programs, and World Languages 6-12

Required Application Type

Teacher / Admin

Salary/Pay Scale

as per PMAA contract

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administrative supervision of the Secondary ENL, Bilingual Education, and World Languages Department
• Scheduling, budgeting, staff development, supervision, evaluation and various other tasks assigned by the Assistant Superintendent for Instruction and Superintendent of Schools
• Extensive knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Strong instructional leadership experience required
• Knowledge and expertise with NYS Standards, Project Based Learning, and Differentiated Instruction
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, communication and writing skills
• The ability to motivate staff and students to achieve academic excellence
• Demonstrate proactive, visionary leadership
• Experience with budget development
• Comprehensive understanding of various technological resources as instructional tools
• Possess extensive knowledge of Part 154 Regulations
• Coordinate enrollment of new ENL students and facilitate appropriate testing and placement
• Collaborate with building principals and other ENL teachers in developing schedules and complying with the State and Federal requirements for individual student programs
• Attend training and provide turnkey information with other ENL and general education teachers
• Coordinate testing requirements; assist with translation and interpretation
• Design and write curriculum for the ENL, World Languages, and Bilingual programs
• Conduct observations
• Collect necessary data and prepare annual State required reports
• Collaborate with staff on Equity and Inclusivity initiatives as outlined by the Superintendent of Schools
• Facilitate family-oriented events for our ENL and Bilingual families
• Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent for Instruction

Job Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• NYS Administrative Certification (SDA/SDL)
• NYS TESOL/LOTE and/or Bilingual Extension certification
• Prior administrative experience
• Must create and submit an introductory video via SchoolFront with your resume and cover letter on the questions below. A video must be uploaded on your SchoolFront application under the “Other” file upload option. The video must be in MP4 format and should not exceed five (5) minutes in length.
  • How will you support the education of students from diverse backgrounds? How will you ensure success for every student?

 

QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED:

• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply

 

COMMENTS:                   

• Must be a data-centered instructional leader and possess the ability to motivate staff to strive for academic excellence. Successful candidates will work in a fast paced, challenging environment that is dedicated to academic and social success for all students. Collaborative team players that have the desire to become part of a dynamic administrative team are encouraged to apply.

Application Procedure

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Applications for Full Time Probationary Instructional positions must include an introductory video.  Please upload an introductory video in MP4 format, not to exceed 5 minutes in the section called other. Your video should answer the following questions:

• • How will you support cultural competency within the community you serve? How will you ensure success for every student?

All costs associated with these employment requirements are the responsibility of the employee:

• Fingerprint clearance from the NY State Department of Education (NYSED)
• Drug Screening
• Physical Examination

Job Category

Administrator

Job Location

District-Wide

Additional Information