Job Summary: The Coordinator, English Learner (EL) supports the district's mission to inspire and prepare all students with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams, contribute to their community, and engage in a lifetime of learning by planning, developing, evaluating, and improving educational services in the English Learner (EL) Program, inclusive of the Language Access Plan. The position implements continuous program improvement processes; leads the work of Staff Development Assessment Specialists, EL Intake Facilitators, Multilingual Specialists, and district-wide translation and interpretation services; and administers budgets to ensure equitable use of resources and technologies. The Coordinator supports district and department leaders in implementing program improvement plans, coordinates the development and delivery of professional learning, and builds staff capacity to achieve system-wide and departmental goals. The position fosters collaboration across departments, programs, and schools to advance equitable achievement for all students, and coordinates in-person, synchronous, and asynchronous learning services as needed. The Coordinator also participates in district and departmental leadership activities and demonstrates flexibility with work hours to meet organizational needs.

Responsibilities and tasks include:

• Aligns program initiatives with district mission and values; participates in district and department initiatives, trainings, task forces, and committees.
• Develops and communicates a shared vision for EL services.
• Leads collaborative efforts to design, implement, and refine EL programming in partnership with staff, administrators, guardians/caregivers, and community.
• Plans and implements continuous improvement processes; establishes equitable and research-based program outcomes using multiple data sources.
• Initiates and sustains collaboration with leaders and staff to design and deliver professional learning aligned with district and departmental goals.
• Partners with Educational Equity staff to ensure culturally responsive practices and integrate an equity lens in curriculum, programming, and professional learning.
• Builds staff capacity by providing coaching, guidance, and professional learning for EL staff and support personnel.
• Creates and uses structures for equitable hiring practices; makes recommendations for employment and coordinates hiring of direct reports.
• Supervises direct reports, providing formative feedback and timely evaluations.
• Improves departmental efficiency through effective recordkeeping, workflow management, and compliance practices.
• Delegates tasks appropriately, establishes procedures to guide work, and monitors decision-making strategies to meet deadlines.
• Develops, implements, and coordinates professional learning opportunities for all staff across the district related to multilingual learning and multilingual communication, in collaboration with SDAS.
• Selects and implements high-quality instructional resources to support equitable access and student success.
• Collaborates with leaders to develop budgets; manages resources effectively and equitably; makes budgetary recommendations.
• Independently develops, submits, and manages the Title III grant, including writing the application, developing the budget, and verifying expenditures.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local requirements, including Board policies.
• Maintains accurate program, student, and staff records; communicates EL program information to staff, students, guardians/caregivers, and the community.
• Coordinates translation and interpretation services; supervises Multilingual Specialists.
• Oversees Title III-funded services and resources for non-public schools.
• Coordinates initial and annual EL student assessments; analyzes achievement data to inform decisions.
• Oversees extended-time programming (after-school and summer).
• Collaborates with district departments, community agencies, and the Minnesota Department of Education.
• Identifies staff professional learning needs and coordinates development opportunities.
• Establishes and maintains respectful, culturally responsive interactions with staff, students, guardians/caregivers, and community members.
• Communicates clearly in oral and written form; presents to varied audiences; encourages open communication and feedback.
• Implements communication plans to share program accomplishments, needs, and improvement areas with stakeholders.
• Responds to questions, concerns, and requests for information, including state and federal reporting.
• Directs EL Program family and community engagement initiatives.
• Develops partnerships with state agencies, districts, and community organizations.
• Resolves conflicts effectively and provides appropriate support to address concerns.
• Studies and applies current research and trends in curriculum, instruction, assessment, and digital learning.
• Engages in professional reflection and growth; identifies and pursues learning opportunities; documents progress toward goals.
• Organizes and manages work effectively to meet deadlines and maintain accurate records.
• Initiates communication and collaboration with staff, administrators, and stakeholders.
• Cultivates positive relationships and participates in professional inquiry to improve practices.
• Remains current in program knowledge, pedagogy, and community needs; participates in professional organizations and provides leadership to colleagues.
• Represents the district positively and professionally in all interactions.
• Models honesty, integrity, confidentiality, and adaptability; advocates for student needs.
• Performs other comparable or similar duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications include:

• Master's degree in English Learner (EL) education, second language acquisition, or a related field.
• Five (5) years of experience teaching English Learners in a classroom setting.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Teaching License in English as a Second Language.
• Experienced in developing, monitoring, and analyzing budgets, and coordinating internal and external resources to achieve goals efficiently and within budget.
• Experienced in building and sustaining collaborative relationships with students, families, staff, community members, and external partners across diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
• Experienced in applying federal, state, and local policies, rules, grants, and regulations governing English Learner (EL) programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Minnesota Administrative License preferred.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities include:

• Demonstrates deep knowledge of second-language acquisition research, pedagogy, and effective instructional practices for multilingual learners.
• Knowledgeable in educational philosophy, current research-based instructional methods, and system-wide strategies that advance equitable outcomes.
• Skilled in strategic planning, resource allocation, budgeting processes, and improvement methodologies that align resources with program and district priorities.
• Demonstrates knowledge of student growth, development, and learning needs, both academic and social-emotional, to inform instructional and program decisions.
• Apply principles of racial equity and culturally responsive pedagogy to foster inclusive, fair, and equitable learning environments.
• Knowledgeable in multicultural, gender-fair, and disability-fair curriculum concepts that promote access and representation for all students.
• Skilled in supervising, mentoring, and developing employees through coaching, performance feedback, and professional learning, fostering accountability and growth.
• Proficient in leading complex projects from planning through execution, managing priorities, timelines, and resources in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present effectively to diverse audiences, facilitate meetings, engage in challenging conversations, and communicate with clarity and respect in both written and verbal formats.
• Demonstrates ability to analyze problems, evaluate alternative solutions, and apply systems thinking to decision-making while considering long-term implications.
• Skilled in training design and delivery, able to plan, facilitate, and present professional learning for large and small groups.
• Maintains confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism in handling sensitive information and program operations.
• Demonstrates adaptability, resilience, and integrity, maintaining a calm and supportive presence while fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and positive work environment.

Notes: This position will be elementary-focused. In addition, internal candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will have first consideration.

Bargaining unit: Licensed Coordinator

Salary: View salary grid on the respective bargaining unit listed above, accessible via our Employee Contracts page. Hiring range: $119,987 to $139,785

Work schedule: 40 hours/week

FTE: Full-Time; 218 Calendar

Desired start date: 9/8/2026

Osseo Area Schools offers:

• Meaningful and impactful work
• Opportunities to grow professionally
• A variety of benefits
• Mentorship programs for teachers and educational support professionals
• Summer opportunities
• ...and more!