Job Description

Title:   COORDINATOR OF MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS AND WORLD LANGUAGE

Position Type: Exempt

Primary Function:

The Coordinator of Multilingual Learners and World Language provides leadership and coordination for the division’s English as a Second Language (ESL) services and World Language programs. The position ensures alignment with federal, state, and local guidelines, manages related Title III grant, and supports high-quality curriculum, instruction, and professional development in language acquisition, biliteracy, and cultural competency.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in education or related field required.
  • Valid Virginia Teaching License with endorsements in:
    • K-12 Administration and Supervision
    • English as a Second Language
  • Background in ESL, world language, and/or language acquisition required.
  • Minimum of five years teaching experience, including work with multilingual learners.
  • Experience in program leadership, curriculum development, and professional learning facilitation.
  • Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to Title III, ESSA, Civil Rights, and Virginia Standards of Accreditation.
  • Grant management and fiscal oversight experience preferred.
  • Strong skills in coaching, mentorship, collaboration, and communication.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Deep knowledge of language acquisition, biliteracy development, and instructional strategies that promote comprehensible input and student engagement.
  • Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate curriculum, instruction, and assessment for ESL and World Language programs.
  • Proficiency with data analysis to evaluate student progress and program effectiveness.
  • Experience with instructional technology, including virtual reality and language immersion tools.
  • Ability to design and deliver professional learning aligned with adult learning theory.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills for working with staff, families, and community partners.
Performance Responsibilities:
  • Administer and monitor the division’s English as a Second Language program.
  • Lead implementation of division World Language programs and initiatives, including the Virginia Seal of Biliteracy.
  • Oversee Title III grant activities, budgets, and compliance with federal and state requirements.
  • Interpret policies and laws regarding ESL services and World Language instruction; ensure compliance with ESSA, Civil Rights, and state accreditation standards.
  • Lead development, implementation, and revision of ESL and World Language curricula and assessments.
  • Provide guidance in the selection of instructional resources, textbooks, and immersion technologies.
  • Support administrators and teachers in using effective instructional methods for multilingual learners and world language students.
  • Conduct classroom observations, provide feedback, and support principals with evaluation of instructional practices.
  • Plan and deliver division-wide professional learning for teachers and staff on language instructional strategies, cultural competency, and compliance requirements.
  • Provide coaching and mentorship to ESL and World Language staff.
  • Coordinate training and support for families through various methods.
  • Collaborate with higher education, community, and grant partners to expand language immersion and enrichment opportunities.
  • Ensure accurate and timely preparation of reports and records.
  • Supervise Title III-funded instructional coach and ESL Teachers.
  • Prepare staffing projections and placement recommendations.
  • Coordinate division-level family engagement initiatives to support multilingual learners and world language students.
  • Represent the division in local, state, and national initiatives related to language learning and cultural competency.
  • Maintain effective liaisons with professional organizations and other school divisions to remain current in best practices.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:
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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Must have the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; exhibit manual dexterity to dial a telephone, to enter data into a computer terminal; to see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal classroom levels, outdoors and on the telephone; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in normal classrooms, outdoors and on the telephone; physical agility to lift up to 25 pounds; to bend, stoop, climb stairs, walk and reach overhead.
Reports to:
Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Terms of Employment:
Twelve months a year. Grant funded through the 2026-27 academic year. Salary according to School Board Pay Plan.
Evaluation:
Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with School Board policy and administrative regulations on evaluation of licensed personnel.



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