Dir English Learners Instruction

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Description

Dir English Learners Instruction

Job Code: 80038

Job Family/Function: 19 – Executive ManagementDirector

FLSA: Exempt

Grade Ladder: MNPS Certificated Administrative

Pay Grade: MNPS.A1223_

Duration (days/year): 260

Locations(s): Support Hub

We Are Team MNPS

Metro Schools is one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the United States. Our teachers and staff educate more than 80,000 students in Metro Nashville-Davidson County, preparing them to excel in higher education, work, and life. Our district implements some of the most innovative reform strategies in the nation. We seek to partner with highly effective, engaging teachers, teacher leaders and support staff with a passion for urban education and a go-getter spirit as we strive to become the highest-performing urban district in the nation. Whether you are a teacher, an administrator, or a potential support staff employee, if you want to make a difference, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary

The Director of English Learners Teaching and Learning will lead and oversee instructional programs, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning for English learners. This role involves guiding coordinators who design and implement professional development initiatives and providing coaching to educators to enhance their instructional practices. The Director will collaborate with staff to develop strategies that support the academic success and language proficiency of English learners.

What you will do

• Oversee the design and deliver professional development opportunities for educators, focusing on effective instructional strategies, English language development, language acquisition, and cultural competency to enhance the learning outcomes for English learners.
• Lead the collaboration with curriculum content teams to design and implement linguistically appropriate curriculum supports that are aligned with grade-level content and English Language Development (ELD) standards, ensuring English learners have equitable access to high-quality instruction across all grade levels.
• Lead and evaluate English learner instructional and supplemental programs to ensure they meet state and federal guidelines, ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with district goals.
• Monitor and support EL coordinators, coaches, and teachers through coaching, classroom observations, and data-driven feedback, fostering high-quality instruction and equitable learning opportunities for multilingual learners.
• Oversee supplemental EL programs, grants, and funding to maximize resources for multilingual learners, ensuring programs effectively support language acquisition, academic achievement, and student engagement.
• Work closely with principals, instructional coaches, and district administrators to integrate ELD strategies into broader instructional initiatives, ensuring multilingual learners receive equitable, high-quality instruction across all content areas.
• Use assessment data, program evaluations, and student performance metrics to identify trends, inform professional development, and refine instructional approaches, ensuring continuous improvement in English learner achievement.
• Perform Other Duties as Assigned by the Executive Director to support the district’s mission and the success of English learner students.

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related area of study Preferred

Experience Qualifications

• 5 years classroom instruction; supervision and administration Required

Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Relates and interacts positively with teachers, other staff, students, administrators, central office personnel, parents, and the general public;
• Communicates effectively in written and oral form; possesses excellent public speaking abilities;
• Demonstrated proficiency in a teacher leadership role (i.e., departmental/grade level chairperson, school leadership team member, etc.);
• Evidence of effective leadership skills;
• Demonstrated competency in adult learning theory and developing and leading professional learning opportunities for instructional staff and parents.

Licenses and Certifications

• TN Administrator Required
• ESL endorsement Required

Equivalency

Starting At: $123,617.87

Salaries are determined by factors relevant to the position which may include education, experience, and other qualifications. Final compensation decisions are made at the discretion of MNPS in alignment with organizational policies and procedures. The stated salary range for certificated teaching positions is calculated based on 201 days and should be viewed as a reference. All provided salary ranges serve as a general guideline. More information on salaries and pay tables can be found here.

Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all individuals. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our global community. We strive to treat all employees and applicants with respect and fairness, and we make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. The American Disabilities Act (ADA) requires MNPS to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Primary Location

: Nashville-Support Hub-Support Hub Building

Work Locations

: 

Support Hub Building 

Job

: Executive Management

Job Schedule: Full-Time

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