Los Angeles Unified School District

Assistant Director, MultiLingual Programs

Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Teaching credential and classroom experience preferred
  • Minimum of three years in educational leadership or program coordination
  • Experience working at the site or district level preferred

Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee the district's multilingual learner program
  • Develop and refine curriculum tailored for multilingual students
  • Train and support teachers in effective multilingual teaching strategies
  • Assess and monitor student progress and achievement
  • Engage families and community members to foster support for multilingual learners
  • Advocate for policies and programs that benefit multilingual students

Benefits

  • Opportunity to impact diverse student populations
  • Collaborative leadership role with community and educational stakeholders
  • Professional development in multilingual education
  • Potential for a rewarding career in educational advocacy
  • Supportive work environment focused on student success
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Under the direction of the Deputy Superintendent, the Director of Multilingual Learner Services is responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of a school district's program to support multilingual learners, including curriculum development, teacher training, student assessment, family engagement, and advocacy, ensuring all multilingual students, including Newcomer students, receive appropriate educational support to achieve academic success. This role requires a deep understanding of language acquisition theories, federal and state regulations regarding multilingual learning, and strong leadership skills to collaborate with teachers, administrators, and community members to effectively serve diverse student populations.

Requirements / Qualifications

Comments and Other Information
• Teaching credential and classroom experience preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in educational leadership, program coordination, or a related field.
• Experience working at the site or district level preferred

About Los Angeles Unified School District

We are LAUSD. We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision of the future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners. Here, you will have the opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education. Our work directly contributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world – ready to thrive in college, career and life. LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of over 550,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city.
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