Coordinator of Language Acquisition

Job Title: Coordinator of Language Acquisition  

Reynoldsburg City Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Primary Job Function: 

The Reynoldsburg City Schools Coordinator of Language Acquisition will provide leadership and expertise in the development and implementation of high – quality instruction for all English language learners. The Coordinator will continually work for improved educational outcomes for diverse learners and be a champion for equity and a culturally responsive change agent who advocates for the needs of a culturally and linguistically diverse community of students, families and educators.  

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree valid Teacher Certification 
• Five (5) years’ of successful teaching experience working with English Learners
• Valid Principal license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (License or Endorsement)
• Master’s degree
• Valid Education Specialist or Supervisor, Assistant Superintendent or Superintendent’s license from the State of Ohio or in process of obtaining  
• Successful experience in practices which improve implementation of strategies and best practices for English Learners

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Primary functions may include the following duties, responsibilities, skills abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions within this classification.

Leadership 

• Responsible for researching and developing new programs that support English Language Learners and align with RCS mission and vision. 
• Responsible for assisting the Director with coordinating the development and implementation of programs that meet the needs of English Learners 
• Responsible for the oversight EL and migrant programs 
• Responsible for working collaboratively with district and building leaders to implement strategies in the Comprehensive Continuous Improvement Plans to support improved outcomes for EL students. 
• Responsible for ensuring that all EL programming, policies and procedures are in compliance with Federal, State and local regulations. 
• Plan and manage Title III budget. 
• Provide input in the identification and allocation of resources to meet the needs of EL students.
• Responsible for accurate and timely data reporting to EMIS 
• Responsible for supporting RCS’ English Learner services. This includes but is not limited to:
  • Staff Support
  • Student support
• Responsible for attending meetings, conferences and professional development opportunities to remain apprised of latest developments and innovations in the field.
• Responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring an identification process for EL students. 
• Responsible for managing the administration of English Proficiency assessments.   

Communication and Support 

• Responsible for serving as liaison with the Ohio Department of Education’s Office for Language Development and English Language Learners 
• Responsible for staying up to date and knowledgeable regarding all community resources and communicating those to the appropriate entities. 
• Responsible for serving as a liaison with the Ohio Department Education’s Lau Resource Center regarding policies and procedures related to EL education 
• Responsible for collaborating with interdisciplinary team (building administrators, department staff, District leadership, stakeholders, etc.) to determine appropriate services, placement and supports 
• Responsible for providing crisis management support in the area of EL 
• Responsible for providing and directs ongoing professional development to staff
• Responsible for completing state and federal reports in a timely and accurate manner.
• Responsible for assisting with support of translation and interpretation services. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

• Knowledge of legal issues and requirement related to English Learners 
• Knowledge of EL programs and services 
• Knowledge of federal and state laws related to exceptional student education, 504, and the SST process. 
• Adept with interpreting data and presenting information to a variety of audiences. 
• Knowledge of school social work practice ethical issues and standards. 
• Knowledge of child development, psychopathology, social and environmental conditioning, cultural diversity and family systems 
• Skilled in effective listening and communication 
• Skilled at presenting information professionally, concisely, and effectively, both verbally and in writing 
• Skilled at providing sound judgment 
• Skilled at attending to detail and the highest level. 
• Skills in organization, time management, task prioritization and recordkeeping • Ability to plan, organize, and oversee assigned work programs, including monitoring work schedules and work performance 
• Ability to understand the integration of special needs students into a school setting
• Ability to work well under pressure and use sound judgment, including appropriate handling of confidential matters 
• Ability to provide guidance and direction to staff and promote a team environment
• Ability to facilitate and promote conflict resolution 
• Ability to interact positively and effectively with, students, staff, and administrators
• Ability to use computers and/or electronic equipment to fulfill job functions 

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:  

• Physical Demands – While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others. The employee is required to sit or stand and move around for extended periods of time. While performing the duties of this job the employee must be able to push, pull, lift and carry over 25 pounds on occasion.
• Working Conditions – The employee in this position may experience occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue. The employee may also be required to interact with unruly children. 
• Driving Requirement – This position may require driving.  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in keeping with law. 

This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the employee. The employee will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the employee’s supervisor and or appointing authority.