What are the responsibilities and job description for the ESL Program Supervisor position at Reading School District?

Position Type :

RSAA Act 93 Administrative / Supervisory Positions

Date Posted : 9 / 16 / 2024

Location :

Reading School District Position Title : English as a Second Language (ESL) Supervisor - General

Position Range : Range 5

Classification : RSAA

Reports To : ESL Program Director

Position Goal : The Supervisor of ESL ensures that the 4,600 English learners (ELs) in all schools district-wide receive equitable access to rigorous instruction and all other district programs resulting in high levels of academic achievement and proficiency in academic English. The ESL Supervisor holds primary responsibility for the development, implementation, and assessment of specialized services in grades PreK-12 including English language development, academic and social-emotional interventions and other related services. The ESL Supervisor provides leadership to school-based staff and brings expertise through professional development in areas related to English language development and culturally responsive teaching. The Supervisor ensures that the needs of all ELs are met through the implementation of research-proven practices. The Supervisor reports directly to the ESL Program Director and provides support to Principals, Assistant Principals, ESL Teachers, General / Special Education Teachers and other staff members.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties :

Advocate on behalf of the educational rights of ELs, immigrant students, and their families both within the school district as well as in the community.
Ensure that the Reading School District is in full compliance with local, state and federal policies regarding educational programming for ELs and immigrant children and youth.
Collaborate closely with the School Leadership Team, ESL Department Teachers, the ESL Program Director and other departments to ensure seamless delivery of ESL services at the school and district levels. Address building level and parent questions / concerns regarding ESL program services.
Observe and provide feedback, both formally and informally, to ESL and / or content teachers involved in the instruction of ELs in an effort to continuously improve instructional practice, monitor the effectiveness of professional development, determine curriculum needs, and hold school staff accountable for compliance with ESL Program policies.
Collaborate with school staff in monitoring the progress of and determining appropriate interventions for current and former ELs who are at risk of academic failure.
Assume personal responsibility for professional growth and development by keeping current with the literature, new research findings, and instructional techniques and attending appropriate professional meetings and conventions.
Coordinate, oversee and / or conduct professional development in meeting the needs of ELs district-wide through a variety of methods, including, but not limited to :

In-service training for administrators, teachers, teaching assistants, and other staff

Summer professional development activities

Conferences, webinars and other training events

Coaching sessions with teachers, administrators and other staff members

Collaboration with outside consultants contracted by the District

Development and monitoring the effectiveness of the Title III professional development plan.

Offer support and collaboration with staff responsible for the RSD ESL Program Specialist Certification courses.

Oversee and evaluate direct reports within the Central ESL Department in accordance with District protocol and expectations.

Collaborate with the Supervisor of Curriculum and ESL Program Director in the development, adoption, implementation, and ongoing revision of ESL Program curriculum and instructional resources.

Develop procedures, forms, and templates for the provision of all ESL Program services.

Oversee and participate in parent / community engagement activities offered by the ESL Department.

Offer support, advocacy and ongoing communication to parents of ELs who present high-risk academic needs.

Assist in the coordination and monitoring of translation and / or interpretation services provided by the ESL Department.

Assist in the coordination, training and monitoring of English language proficiency assessments administered for the purpose of initial identification.

Assist in the coordination, training and implementation of annual standardized testing.

Assist in the identification of ELs who have met state-defined reclassification criteria and ensure that they are monitored quarterly.

Recruit, interview and select ESL Teachers, paraprofessionals and other staff.

Assist in budget preparation and data collection for the ESL Program.

Consistently represent the District in a positive and professional manner.

Perform such other duties as requested / assigned by direct supervisor, as this job description does not constitute an exhaustive list of responsibilities; and management may revise at any time.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : Central ESL Department Staff, ESL Teachers, ESL Paraprofessionals

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

5 years experience teaching ESL or teaching in a district / school with a significant EL population

Documented success of leadership specific to working with English learners and / or students in urban education

Bilingual and biliterate in Spanish highly preferred

Strong presentation skills with the ability to facilitate groups of various sizes

Proven ability to work collaboratively with administrators, teacher, support staff, parents and community partners

Strong knowledge of effective teaching practices and interventions

Strong knowledge of academic and English language development standards

Detail-oriented and highly organized with strong verbal, written communication skills

Expert knowledge of federal and state policy regarding ELs

Excels in problem-solving and has a strong desire to provide high-quality services

Explicit and relentless focus on outcomes with strong skills in collecting, analyzing and interpreting a variety of data.

Ability to effectively utilize various forms of office technology and software applications.

Ability to be in regular and consistent attendance during the work year.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES :

Master's Degree in English as a Second Language, Educational Leadership or related field

PA PK-12 ESL Program Specialist Certification required

OR willing to obtain an ESL Program Specialist certificationapplicable only if the candidate currently holds a supervisory / principal cert and demonstrates strong administrative experiences / skills

PA Supervisory / Principal's Certification required

OR currently enrolled in a administrative certification programapplicable only if the candidate currently holds an ESL Program Specialist certificate and demonstrates strong leadership skills and experience as an ESL Teacher

Valid driver's license required

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : Full-time (12-month) exempt position. Salary and benefits consistent with the District's approved Compensation and Benefits Plan.

LANGUAGE SKILLS :

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret periodicals, professional journals, legal documents, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.

Ability to write reports, correspondence, and instructional plans.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions and / or complaints from administrators, teachers, staff, parents and community members.

Ability to communicate effectively in oral and verbal form to a wide range of audiences.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS :

Ability to perform basic mathematical concepts in the performance of routine assignments.

REASONING ABILITY :

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

Ability to interpret an extensive variety of clinical and technical instructions in written, oral, diagram, mathematical, or schedule form and deal with abstract and concrete variables

Ability to apply sound judgment to resolve conflicts and solve problems.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES :

Strong problem-solving and team leadership skills

Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific field

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, teachers, staff, students, parents and community members.

Ability to perform duties with awareness of all state law, regulation, and policies.

Responsible for the safety, well-being, and work output of direct reports.

Ability to meet the demands of several people and clients.

Ability to respond to several problems simultaneously.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS : 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, and walk.

The employee is frequently required to talk or listen.

The employee is occasionally required to use hands to handle or feel, and to reach with hands and arms.

The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 15 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

The position requires meeting deadlines with severe time constraints, interacting with students, school personnel, and the general public.

The position demands travel to various local and regional locations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet but may be moderate to loud at times. The employee is frequently required to interact with the parents, public and staff during and after the normal workday. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and exhibit good human relation skills including courtesy, tact and patience. (The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being and work output of subordinate staff.)

EVALUATION : Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.

The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the Department of Human Resources of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be required. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended, and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

The Reading School District is an equal opportunity employment, educational, and service organization.

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