JAPANESE DUAL LANGUAGE IMMERSION CURRICULUM DEVELOPER 0.5 FTE 2025-26

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

The role of the K-5 Japanese Dual Language Immersion (DLI) Instructional Technology Curriculum Developer is to provide support and facilitate development of instructional materials aligned to State Standards for adoption and implementation in classrooms in BSD. Additionally, the role will focus on development and implementation of high-quality professional development for Japanese DLI program teachers that will enable them to support student learning aligned with the BSD Framework for Teaching and the K-5 Literacy Framework. 

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY:

The Bellevue School District is committed to a diverse workforce representative of our students, one that embraces and models cultural competency as an international community.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

• Plan and facilitate professional development for school-based instructional technology curriculum leaders and teachers to support the instruction K-5 Japanese Dual Language Immersion on topics such as dual language acquisition, culturally and linguistically responsive education, data analysis, WIDA, UDL and standards-based instruction.
• Plan and facilitate district curriculum meetings
• Plan and facilitate department/district level meetings
• Develop budget for K-5 Japanese Dual Language Immersion
• Complete state reports, as required
• Facilitate curriculum development, improvement, and adoptions in K-5 Japanese Dual Language Immersion
• Work directly with teachers in supporting them to effectively implement the district strategic plan
• Create, Adapt, and Align common curriculum and common assessments in Japanese Language Arts
• Research and remain abreast of curriculum/technology issues, programs and needs, and of state and national curricular trends
• Assist with the development and implementation of curriculum/technology resources and other appropriate accommodations that address special needs students (Advanced Learning, MLL, students with IEP’s)
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

• Reports directly to and is supervised by Director of P-12 Multilingual Programs.
• Supervises program staff as delineated by Director of P-12 Multilingual Programs.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (positions in this class typically require):

Required:
• Minimum of three years teaching experience, preferably with a variety of elementary content and Japanese course expertise.
• Instructional/ Professional fluency in Japanese
• Experience in adapting and developing curriculum for multilingual learners in a dual language setting
Preferred:
• Bilingual or multilingual
• Graduate degree in language, multilingual education, and/or educational leadership
Allowable Substitutions:
• Experience may be substituted depending upon other qualifications.

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS (positions in this class typically require):

• Possess or qualify for immediate issuance of a valid Washington State teaching certificate.
• Possess or qualify for immediate issuance of a Bilingual Education, ELL and WL Japanese, or equivalent endorsement

KNOWLEDGE (position requirements at entry):

• Expertise in Japanese language and literacy development, dual language immersion programs, technology and high-quality instruction
• Understanding of effective practices for dual language programs and dual language acquisition.
• Best practices for supporting dual language partner teachers, dual language learners, and students with disabilities in the dual language setting.
• Language acquisition and how it affects learning. Working knowledge and effective instructional strategies for multilingual learners.
• Thorough knowledge of the web-based Bellevue School District curriculum
• Eagerness to learn new technology
• Demonstrates an understanding of systematic approaches to support student achievement.
• Culturally and linguistically responsive teaching, Universal Design for Learning and best practices in providing meaningful access to grade level and above teaching and learning.
• Best practices in adult learning and professional development. Effective observation, coaching and /or mentoring techniques.

SKILLS (position requirements at entry):

• Ability to work successfully in partnerships with parents and the community, including diverse cultures, families, and languages.
• Possesses the ability to work collaboratively with parents, school, and district staff to support the needs of students as delineated in program scope.
• Demonstrates an ability to utilize various analytical techniques to determine program needs and outcomes.
• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills in English and Japanese as required to work with a community rich in diversity.
• Possesses the ability to plan and implement programs or initiatives.
• Demonstrates the ability to effectively manage budgets and resources.
• Possesses skills that lead to effective work within a team environment, including interdependency and focus on shared goals and vision.
• Demonstrates multicultural sensitivity with the ability to effectively and collaboratively work with diverse populations.
• Ability to perform all duties in accordance with all applicable Board policies and district and legal requirements.
• Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

$ 72,270 to $ 130,542 annual salary - will be prorated for actual FTE (based on the negotiated collective bargaining agreement salary schedule). Certificated staff work the school year contract with placement on the District and BEA bargaining agreement salary schedule. Placement on the schedule is determined by training and experience.

Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life-insurance eligibility is based upon .45 FTE. Retirement provided through Washington State Department of Retirement System

NOTE:

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Verification of identity and United States work authorization must be completed. The successful candidate for this position must be fingerprinted. Employment is contingent upon clearance by Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Bellevue School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Civil Rights, Racial Discrimination, and Gender Expression or Identity Discrimination:
Civil Rights/Nondiscrimination Compliance Coordinator Nancy Pham, (425) 456-4040 or phamn@bsd405.org

Sex-based Discrimination, including Sexual Harassment:
Title IX Coordinator: Jeff Lowell, (425) 456-4010 or lowellj@bsd405.org

Disability Discrimination:
Karen Dejong, (425) 456-4277 or dejongk@bsd405.org

Mailing address for all three: 12111 NE 1st Street, Bellevue, WA 98005.

Salary : $72,270 - $130,542