Multilingual Instructional Specialist

1.0 FTE/8 hours per day
190 day calendar (additional hours/days related to stipend attached to this position are expected)
Reports to: Building Principal or designee
Start Date: August 2024
Sherwood School District pays the 6% employee PERS contribution, upon eligibility.
Salary range listed is for the 2023-2024 school year; 2024-2025 salary schedule is TBD.
JOB SUMMARY: The Multilingual Instructional Specialist will be responsible for the implementation and coordination of the dual language immersion and English language development program to maintain and promote an effective multilingual, multicultural teaching and learning program at the building level. Additionally, the Multilingual Instructional Specialist will assist with data collection and maintenance, support assessment, monitor fidelity of DLI/ELD program implementation, and conduct staff professional learning activities. The Multilingual Instructional Specialist serves as an instructional leader on the building's leadership team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Meets the standards of Competent and Ethical Performance as outlined in Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR 584-020-000 to 584-020-045). The following are examples of principle duties; however, any one position may not cover all duties listed and examples may not cover all duties an employee is expected to perform.
Collaborates with others (e.g., district personnel, community organizations, etc.) implementing and maintaining quality services and/or programs for dual language learners
Supports English language development and dual language immersion program at the building level
Manages and/or leads professional learning of English language development, dual language, and other multilingual programs
Coordinates and oversees the development of written reports, guidance, tools, and curriculum resources conveying information required to support quality instruction for emerging bilingual and multilingual students
Plays a key leadership role in Student Support Meetings (SST) and overall MTSS implementation at the building level
Maintains a variety of manual and electronic files and/or records supporting multilingual students in both programs
Performs language screeners and uses data to support teachers and staff
Monitors students who have exited the English language development program
Participates in and leads meetings, workshops, trainings, and seminars (e.g., supporting school districts, etc.) conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions
Observes and provides support and instructional coaching to teachers in the DLI Program and staff serving English learners consistently with a specific focus on strategy implementation
Communicates information about DLI/ELD activities to staff and community
Participates in regional DLI/ELD trainings, networking and professional development
Monitors site requirements and program compliance
Coordinates and leads DLI/ELD professional development, trainings, and workshops
Partners with Instructional Coach to coordinate and support DLI/ELD activities and needs
Attends DLI/ELD conferences and trainings when possible
Meets with DLI/ELD Team to facilitate progress towards program goals
Provides support for recruitment, retention, and transition of DLI students
Coordinates the collection and submission of data
Supports and facilitates DLI events
GENERAL PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Perform duties in a courteous and efficient manner that builds the confidence of staff, students and the public in the Sherwood School District and enhances learning
Maintain regular attendance at work and work activities, and is punctual in meeting deadlines, attending meetings, and following schedule
Observe laws, district policies and procedures, and professional standards for this position
Work effectively and collaboratively with diverse student, parent and community populations
Carry out work responsibilities with strong organizational skills, effectively under pressure of deadlines, difficult situations, interruptions, and new or emergency conditions
Respect confidential information and the privacy of students, staff and parents
Support students and staff in the district's career related learning standards to encourage the development of independent work skills through career exploration and community involvement
Collect, record, store, retrieve, assimilate, organize and utilize information and records electronically and by using traditional methods
Develop job skills necessary to meet changes in the position
Maintain personal appearance and hygiene appropriate to the position as defined by the district
Meet applicable district physical ability/health and safety guidelines for the position
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 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 essential functions. A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate field of education
Holds an appropriate license from the Teacher Standards and Practices Commission in the State of Oregon
ESL/ESOL endorsed
Native or bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish (speaking, reading, and writing)
Experience in working with students with a wide range of abilities and learning styles
Experience as a Spanish dual language teacher
Ability to work with adults individually or in large groups
Knowledge and experience with differentiated instruction.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree in the field of education
Experience providing ELD instruction for Emergent Bilingual students
Experience in planning and providing professional development activities with adults
Education and/or experience in differentiated instruction, conducting professional development focused on differentiation preferred
Experience in peer coaching
WORKING CONDITIONS: 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.
This position is primarily performed indoors in school buildings, although some outdoor instruction and supervision may be required. This position involves working in close proximity to groups of students and adults.
Evening and/or extended work hours may be required.
EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the School Board's policy on evaluation of licensed personnel.

ADA REQUIREMENTS FOR ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
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.
The employee is regularly required to talk or hear
The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb up and down step stool, bend under the desks, twist from the waist, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
This position entails sitting/standing at a computer terminal and workstation 6 - 8 hours a day
NOTE:
This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this (or the position itself) at any time it deems advisable.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Sherwood School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, disability, parental or marital status, age, or genetic information. Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA). Disabled persons may contact Human Resources at (503) 825-5000 for additional information or assistance. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the District for assistance through the Oregon Relay at (800) 735-2900.