Director of Multi-Language Learner and Newcomer Scholar Services

Description

• Design and lead region-wide newcomer scholar programming including academic supports SEL integration and transition planning
• Develop and implement a Newcomer Toolkit outlining a clear replicable approach for school-based academic social-emotional and family support
  Support the establishment of newcomer-specific support groups and multilingual family groups at every site ensuring inclusion in ELAC/DELAC and other decision-making spaces
• Lead identification and onboarding processes for newcomer scholars ensuring timely access to services and transparent communication with families
• Partner with school leaders to embed integrated ELD strategies into daily instruction across content areas especially in secondary grades
• Design and deliver professional development aligned to integrated ELD practices including through external partnerships (e.g. WestEd Ensemble Learning)
• Collaborate with families and communities to ensure regional programming honors the cultural context lived experiences and aspirations of newcomer and MLL communities
• Monitor academic attendance and ELPAC data to track outcomes and respond proactively with supports
• Serve as a resource to regional and site leaders supporting strategic alignment with Aspires equity commitments and student learning framework

• Lead the design and evolution of Aspire LAs regional strategy for Multi-Language Learner (MLL) and newcomer scholar support
• Develop and maintain the Newcomer Toolkit to guide academic social-emotional and family supports across all schools
• Partner with site leaders to support the establishment of newcomer-specific support groups and multilingual family groups
• Collaborate with families and stakeholders to ensure newcomer and MLL perspectives shape programming and decision-making
• Regularly communicate program updates to key stakeholders; facilitate monthly meetings to share changes updates and key initiatives
  
  

• Design and lead professional development aligned to Designated and Integrated ELD practices across TK12 with a focus on secondary access
• Partner with external organizations (e.g. WestEd Ensemble Learning) to support system-wide shifts in ELD instruction
• Coach and support school leaders and educators in implementing culturally and linguistically responsive instruction
• Participate in inquiry walks instructional rounds and classroom observations to provide feedback on ELD implementation
• Provide strategic support to new principals deans and instructional leaders on ELD planning assessments and practices
• Ensure regional learning is aligned to Aspires Student Learning Framework (ASLF) and Transformational Leadership Framework (TLF)
  
  
  

• Collaborate with schools and regional team members to co-lead family workshops resource navigation events and newcomer-specific outreach
• Ensure increased and representative newcomer participation in English Learner Advisory Committees (ELAC/DELAC)
• Design family-centered engagement strategies that affirm cultural identity and foster trust
  
  
  

• Lead regional ELD assessment cycles (e.g. ELPAC) including timelines scheduling guidance norming sessions and analysis
• Analyze student performance and reclassification trends to develop regional goals and interventions
• Monitor school-level data on language proficiency attendance and chronic absenteeism to inform programming
  
  
  

• Support school sites in meeting all MLL compliance requirements including LCAP goals ELPAC testing RFEP processes and ELAC/DELAC documentation
• Provide guidance and feedback on site-level LCAPs and SPSAs to ensure alignment with MLL and newcomer needs
  
• Collaborate with key regional team leaders to prepare regional reports charter renewals and compliance documentation
  
  

• Serve as a strategic partner to the Superintendent regional team and site leaders on all matters related to newcomer and MLL supports
• Work cross-functionally with regional departments including academics special education and student services to align supports
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned
  
  

• Supervise the Newcomer and Attendance Support Specialist providing coaching performance management and strategic guidance aligned to regional newcomer and MLL priorities.
• Lead a Community of Practice (COP) for the Specialist and any future team members supporting MLL and newcomer students grounded in Aspires 4As and data-driven cycles of inquiry.
• Facilitate cross-site collaboration between the Specialist school leaders and regional teams to ensure consistent implementation and shared learning.
• Support the Specialist in analyzing attendance language proficiency and academic performance data to drive targeted interventions and measure program impact.

• Steady measurable improvement in ELA and Math performance for Aspire LA MLLs
• Increased English language proficiency as measured by ELPAC RFEP reclassification rates and progress on the English Learner Progress Indicator (ELPI) on the California School Dashboard
  
  

• Supporting the establishment of newcomer-specific support groups at each school to address academic social-emotional and cultural transition needs
• Increased family participation in ELAC/DELAC with explicit inclusion of newcomer voices and representation
• Launch of multilingual family engagement structures that foster trust access to resources and authentic partnership
  
  

• Decreased chronic absenteeism year-over-year for newcomer and MLL scholars through targeted outreach and wraparound supports
  
  

• Region-wide implementation of integrated ELD practices across content areas
• Staff across all schools engage in sustained professional development on supporting MLLs and newcomer students
  
  

• Newcomer Toolkit and support protocols codified and in use across all Aspire LA sites
• Strong alignment of site-based services with regional vision compliance requirements and equity commitments

• Deep knowledge of California ELD standards and fluency with Common Core ELA standards
• Instructional leadership and classroom teaching experience with demonstrated student growth
• Strong experience in leading professional development and adult learning across diverse teams
• Ability to design culturally and linguistically responsive programming that reflects community needs
• Demonstrated success building relationships and trust with students families and educators
• Track record of using data to drive continuous improvement and adapt interventions
• Strong strategic planning time management and project execution skills
• Ability to manage complexity and navigate change in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong alignment with Aspires mission vision and valuesparticularly in advancing Antiracism Academics Agency and Activism
• Bilingualism (especially in Spanish) strongly preferred

• Strong program management skills.
• Track record of establishing effective relationships with school sites.
• Excellent organization time management and follow-up skills; high sense of urgency; demonstrated ability to successfully handle multiple projects concurrently; ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Fluency in multiple languages
• Ability to research complex problems and develop solutions that are evolving given the current context.
• Communication skills in multiple languages preferred
• Skilled at understanding the LCAP and other state guidelines intended to serve multi language learners
• Instructional background and und experience in supporting MLLs at multiple levels of English Proficiency

• Bachelors degree with relevant degree and/or content expertise
• Masters degree preferred

• California Teaching Credential preferred

• 5-7 years of experience in an educational setting including supervising or teaching designated/integrated ELD
• Experience working as an educator or on site at a TK-12 school environment for 3 or more years
• Familiarity with LCAP ELPAC CA ELA/ELD framework
• Experience working in dynamic high-performing work environment

• Clear the Department of Justice background screening
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Provide health (TB) clearance (must be renewed every four years)