Director of Programs for Multilingual Learners

Burlington School District

The Burlington School District believes a diverse and culturally proficient faculty and staff are pivotal to the creation of a strong learning and working environment that supports student achievement and success. BSD administrators lead inclusive school communities with our vision: "Cultivating caring, creative, and courageous people. - Join the journey.”
 
The Mission of the Burlington School District is to graduate students who:

• Value different cultures;
• Engage with the community;
• Communicate effectively;
• Think creatively;
• Skillfully solve problems; and
• Achieve at their highest academic, intellectual and personal potential. 

The Director of Programs for Multilingual Learners oversees the strategic coordination of Multilingual Learner (ML) programs and services for grades Pre-K–12. In collaboration with district leadership, the Director establishes the department’s vision and long-term goals, ensuring all services align with established standards and instructional guidelines. Key responsibilities include providing expert guidance to teachers and school administrators, coordinating community outreach and parent education initiatives, and designing comprehensive professional development to support the academic success of multilingual students and their families.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

The requirements listed below are representative of the tasks, knowledge, and abilities required to perform this job successfully:

• Program Leadership & Planning:
• Maintains, evaluates, and improves district-wide plans and programs for all Multilingual Learners (ML), including EL students.
• Collaborates with the Teaching and Learning Department to develop District and School Improvement plans that align with EL programming accountability targets, standards-based curricula, and research-based instructional practices.
• Guides the development and implementation of all multilingual-related goals and objectives to ensure alignment with district priorities and equitable access to high-quality curriculum.
• Compliance & Data Management:
• Ensures full compliance with policies established by federal and state law, the Vermont State Board of Education, and local board policies.
• Oversees all federal and state reporting requirements, including Title III compliance.
• Coordinates ML/EL data collection, maintains accurate student records, and monitors language proficiency status.
• Manages grant-funded programs and expenditures to ensure strict adherence to regulations and guidelines.
• Instructional Support & Assessment:
• Provides expert coaching and support to District and school personnel regarding Multilingual Learners.
• Oversees the screening, identification, and placement process for potential and identified EL students across all grade levels.
• Coordinates testing accommodations for all annual assessments for Multilingual Learners (ML).
• Develops and facilitates professional learning sessions on instructional methods, enriched classroom learning, and EL identification.
• Collaboration & Community Engagement:
• Consults with parents, administrators, counselors, teachers, and community agencies regarding emergent bilingual and ML students.
• Leads Parent University
• Collaborates with the Communications Department on multilingual-related priorities and events.
• Supervises and deploys Multilingual Liaisons across the district to support student and family needs.
• Partners with Human Resources to ensure the successful orientation, induction, and equitable staffing of ML support roles.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

 Job Requirements:

Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• Masters Degree or above. Eligibility for VT Administrators license is a requirement of the position.
• Licensed or eligible for Vermont Educators License.
• Endorsement in Principal (91) or eligible for Vermont Provisional License;
• Endorsement in Multilingual Learner (40) or eligible for Vermont Provisional License;

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of three (3) years successful administrator/coordinator experience.
• A minimum of five (5) years experience as a teacher of multilingual learners.
• Experience in supervision and administration of programs and personnel.
• Understanding of Anti-racist teaching and leading practices and Cultural Competency.
• Familiarity with Federal and State laws and regulations governing education of English Learners.
• Experience using technology as a tool for the collection and analysis of data.
• Knowledge of best practices regarding current frameworks of social emotional learning and support.
• Experience working with multilingual students and families with a variety of backgrounds and needs.
• Knowledgeable about Professional Learning Communities and the has the skills needed to facilitate professional development in best practices for multilingual learners.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral communication and written skills.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of curriculum development and program evaluation to support effective instructional strategies.

 Preferred Attributes:

• Training and/or experience with English Language Learners.

• Experience implementing collaborative and inclusive practices.

• Experience in a professional/teaching learning community or similar learning community.

• Experience in budget planning and fiscal management of resources.

• Evidence of implementing inclusive practices for students with special needs.
• Ongoing educational post graduate coursework in education or subject area, including diversity, equity and inclusion.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

These are the physical and mental/reasoning requirements of the position as it is typically performed. The inability to meet one or more of these physical or mental/reasoning requirements will not automatically disqualify a candidate or employee from the position.

Include but may not be limited to:

• Face-to-Face contact
• Noise Levels
• Verbal contact with others
• Inside air conditioning and heat

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS/TERMS:

• SALARY: This is a salaried position paid Bi-Weekly.
• SCHOOL YEAR: 12 months, 261 workdays (based on start date), 8 per day/40 per week
• BENEFITS: Benefits eligible on start date. 30 days to enroll in coverage from start day. BSD Benefits!
• PAID TIME: Sick Time / Personal Time / Vacation Time. As per the Personnel Manual.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Burlington School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Applications from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged.

The Burlington School District will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Salary : $125,000 - $145,000