DATES OF ASSIGNMENT: January 4, 2027 through June 30, 2027

SUMMARY
The Director of English Learner (EL) Services is a district-wide administrative position responsible for leading, developing, implementing, and evaluating comprehensive English Learner programs for students from preschool through 12th grade. This role is critical in ensuring equitable educational opportunities, academic success, and cultural integration for English Language Learners.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

PROGRAM LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT

• Direct and coordinate comprehensive English Learner programs, including:
• Dual Language Programs
• Transitional Bilingual Education
• Sheltered English Immersion (SEI)
• Title III programs
• Develop, implement, and continuously evaluate EL service delivery models
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
• Monitor program effectiveness through data collection and analysis

 
INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT

• Supervise and evaluate EL teachers and support staff
• Assist in curriculum development and selection of instructional materials
• Coordinate professional development for EL and non-EL teachers
• Support staff in building capacity to meet linguistic and academic needs of English Learners

 
ASSESSMENT AND DATA MANAGEMENT

• Oversee student assessment processes
• English Language Proficiency assessments
• Entry/exit procedures
• Transition services
• Maintain comprehensive EL databases
• Analyze assessment results to drive instructional improvements
• Prepare required reports for local, state, federal agencies, committees, and Superintendent

 
COMMUNITY AND PARENT ENGAGEMENT

• Develop and implement parent and community outreach activities
• Facilitate Multilingual Parent Advisory Council meetings
• Foster positive relationships with students, families, and community stakeholders

 
GRANT MANAGEMENT AND BUDGETING

• Write and manage federal and state grants (e.g., Title III)
• Prepare annual operating budgets
• Complete and submit grant-related expenditure reports

 
CULTURAL INTEGRATION

• Support cultural integration of diverse student populations
• Develop programs for refugee, immigrant, and Students with Limited or Interrupted Formal Education (SLIFE)
• Promote multilingualism and multiculturalism

 
TECHNICAL AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
• Knowledgeable about instructional technology
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to make difficult decisions
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Adaptable and resourceful

 
The Director of English Learner Services may be assigned other duties by the Superintendent or designee.
  
ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS

• Participate in ongoing professional development
• Stay current with innovations in multilingual education
• Demonstrate commitment to equity and student success
• Flexible to accommodate changing district needs

 
QUALIFICATIONS

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Master's Degree in Education, TESOL, Applied Linguistics, or related field
• Coursework in English as a Second Language, bilingual education, linguistics, and/or cross-cultural studies
• Experience
• Minimum of 5 years successful teaching experience in EL classroom settings
• Successful administrative experience supervising EL programs
• Demonstrated fluency in Spanish, Portuguese, Haitian or additional languages highly desirable
• Experience in public school settings preferred

 
LICENSURE

• State-issued Professional Educator License with:
• Administrative Endorsement
• Bilingual/ESL Endorsement

 
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Part-time position (0.6 FTE)
• Work hours may extend beyond the regular school day and may occasionally include weekends.
• Compensation: $450�$512 per diem, commensurate with experience.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
  
   

PRIMARY JOB CONTACT:
Maria Lopes, Assistant Superintendent   
Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District
Phone: (508) 398-7625