Managing Director of English Learners

Acero Charter Schools, Inc.•Chicago, IL

2d•$120,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Managing Director of English Learners plans, develops, implements, and evaluates English Learner (EL) programs across Acero’s network of 8 schools. The role provides training and consultation to EL staff, general education staff, administrators, support staff, and parents; monitors compliance with applicable mandates; provides curricular resources; and supports administrators and staff with EL-related programs and services. The Managing Director also works in partnership with the Chief Education Officer to lead, manage, and supervise the network of school leaders, support school improvement, and develop school leadership capacity. The position is based in Chicago, Illinois. Most work is performed in a general office environment, with regular school and classroom activity. The role requires availability for extended and non-traditional hours and attendance at organization-sponsored events and meetings. Salary is listed at $120,000–$125,000, with full benefits; compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
At least 3 years of teaching experience in Bilingual Education or a closely related field required.
Experience in site or district administration with increasing levels of responsibility required.
1–3 years of school leadership experience required.
Communicate effectively in oral and written form.
Effectively use computer technology in day-to-day work.
Bilingual in Spanish.
Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or equivalent required.
Valid Grade Inclusive BSPA-Spanish endorsement required.
Valid Principal endorsement or equivalent required.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Understanding of instruction, assessment, and support strategies for English Learners.
Understanding of laws, regulations, and education code pertaining to English Learners.
Understanding of language acquisition principles, practices, and trends, including dual-language and bilingual education systems.
Understanding of the continuum of EL services and placement options.
Knowledge of the philosophical, educational, fiscal, and legal aspects of school system operations as they pertain to English Learners.
Experience with human relationships, conflict-resolution strategies and procedures, and team-management methods and techniques.
Ability to work with linguistically and culturally diverse individuals.
Ability to operate standard business office equipment, prepare and maintain work documents and files, and communicate and exchange information.
Ability to stand, bend, reach high and low, stoop, and walk around a classroom for 60% of the day; lift, push, or pull 15–20 pounds for short periods; and use stairs several times a day.
Availability for extended and non-traditional hours and participation in organization-sponsored events and meetings.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Education or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with state and federal mandates for English Learners.
Lead the development, management, and evaluation of English Learner programs and projects to achieve Acero EL goals and objectives.
Prepare documentation to support or convey information to local and state education agencies.
Ensure EL curricular resources and instructional methods reflect current research-based best practices.
Supervise network EL staff and support Principals in supervising school-level EL staff.
Present information about programs, services, and regulations to school personnel.
Observe, consult with, and assist teachers and specialists in developing and implementing bilingual, dual-language, and transitional instructional programs.
Provide training and consultation to administrators, teachers, support staff, and parents to improve instructional capacity and student outcomes.
Plan, organize, and conduct professional development for teachers, administrators, apprentices, specialists, and parents.
Work cooperatively with parents, community members, colleagues, and agencies.
Plan, organize, and coordinate site-level and network-wide EL programs and services.
Establish and maintain cooperative organizational, public, and educational community relationships.
Demonstrate ethical behavior.
In partnership with the Chief Education Officer, lead, manage, and supervise Acero’s network of school leaders.
Develop and implement leadership development plans for Principals and other school leadership team members, including onboarding for new school leaders.
Conduct school-wide walkthroughs, co-observations, and instructional rounds and provide targeted feedback.
Work alongside school leaders to address school improvement needs.
Consult on, approve, and monitor annual school achievement plans.
Assist school leadership teams in using assessment data to improve instruction.
Hold regular check-ins with Principals and provide support as appropriate.
Recognize school achievement and Principals’ professional growth and success.
Perform other assigned duties, responsibilities, and special projects.