We are seeking an ELL coordinator to oversee English Language Learner and Migrant Education Programs, Title III, as well as the liaison for McKinney-Vento and Foster Care students.
ELL Coordinator
- Program and curriculum management:
- Develop, implement, and evaluate ELL curricula and instructional services.
- Select and manage instructional materials, supplies, and technology.
- Ensure program activities and components meet student needs and comply with district and state guidelines.
- Teacher and staff support:
- Provide training, orientation, and ongoing professional development for teachers.
- Observe teachers and provide feedback and coaching.
- Facilitate staff meetings to share best practices and problem-solve.
- Assist with the recruitment and hiring of qualified ESOL teachers.
- Student assessment and progress:
- Coordinate and administer student diagnostic testing and placement assessments.
- Maintain student data and track progress to inform instruction and program improvement.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of programs based on student data.
- Administrative and compliance tasks:
- Manage program budgets and grants.
- Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Coordinate the translation of program materials.
- Maintain program records and documentation.
- Family and community engagement:
- Act as a liaison between the school, students' families, and the community.
- Organize parent engagement workshops and initiatives.
- Provide support for families with special needs or circumstances.
MEP Coordinator Responsibilities
- Needs Assessment and Services: Assesses the specific educational needs of migrant students (e.g., due to interrupted schooling or mobility) and coordinates services to address them.
- Liaison Services: Acts as a liaison between migrant families, the school district, and community agencies, often providing interpretation and translation services.
- Program Management: Manages and coordinates supplemental educational activities, which may include a summer education program.
- Data and Reporting: Collects data and reports on the academic progress and needs of migrant students to the state.
Title III Coordinator Responsibilities
- Grant Management: Prepares and manages the Title III grant application and budget, ensuring all expenditures are allowable and properly tracked.
- Funding Allocation: Works with school administration to allocate funds and resources effectively to support EL programs and staff development.
- Fiscal and Programmatic Compliance: Ensures all program operations comply with federal Title III regulations and reporting requirements.
- Oversight of Supplemental Programs: Oversees the implementation of supplemental language instruction educational programs and activities funded by the grant.
- Accountability: Collects and analyzes data to ensure the LEA is meeting Title III annual measurable achievement objectives (AMAOs) and reporting on student progress.
McKinney-Vento liaison
- Enrollment: Ensures immediate enrollment and full access to school, even without required documentation, and helps with school selection and credit transfers.
- Services: Provides or refers families to needed educational services, such as tutoring, after-school programs, and supplies.
- Support: Assists with transportation, helps secure necessary documents, and provides referrals for other community services like health care and housing.
- Dispute mediation: Mediates disputes between families and school staff regarding enrollment and other barriers.
Foster care liaison
- Coordination: Acts as a bridge between the child welfare agency and the school to ensure the child's educational needs are met.
- Academic support: Helps the student maintain academic progress, enroll in classes, and participate in extracurricular activities.
- Stability: Works to maintain the student's school placement and minimize disruptions due to placement changes.
- Resource connection: Assists with the transfer of credits and provides information on campus-specific programs.