Multilingual Learner Program Specialist
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Job Location:
Los Angeles, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 79200 - 118800
Posted on:
6 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Who We Are
KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 tuition-free open-enrollment charter public schools within 17 Local Education Agencies (LEA) educating more than 10000 students and supporting 8300 alumni to and through college and beyond. Our award winning schools are part of the national KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network dedicated to meeting the needs of all learners and providing the social emotional and academic support for success in high school college and life.
Mission
Together with families and communities we create joyful academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choosecollege career and beyondso they can lead fulfilling lives and create a more just world.
What We Do
At KIPP SoCal we build trusting relationships that are strengthened by high expectations and collaboration alongside laughter and joy. We set ambitious goals and hold each other accountable for students achieving their greatest potential. We work together with each other and in partnership with families and communities in the active pursuit of a more equitable world. We do the right thing even when its not always comfortable standing up and speaking out against anti-blackness racism oppression and injustice. We persevere through obstacles and treat failure as an opportunity to learn and grow.
The Opportunity
The Multilingual Learner Program Specialist supports the implementation and continuous improvement of KIPP SoCals Multilingual Learner Program across grades TK-8. The Multilingual Learner Program Specialist operationalizes the program vision strengthens instructional practice supports schools to improve student outcomes for multilingual learners and ensures schools meet state federal and local compliance requirements. The Multilingual Learner Program Specialist plays a key role in supporting curriculum implementation professional learning data systems and family engagement region-wide. All efforts driven by the Multilingual Learner Program Specialist align language development practices with broader academic and operational priorities.
Multilingual Learner Program Specialist reports to the Associate Director of Multilingual Learner Programs.
Priority Application Deadline: May 8 2026
Ideal Start Date: June 5 2026
Likely Interview Process:
Application
Asynchronous Video Interview (20-25 min)
Hiring Manager Zoom Interview (45-60 min)
In-person Final Interview (at least 1/2 day); at our office and/or school site
Duties and Responsibilities
- Partner closely with the Associate Director of ML Programs to execute key initiatives and priorities for multilingual learners
- Support implementation and ongoing refinement of the EL Master Plan
- Support schools in implementing a comprehensive ELD program including designated and integrated ELD
- Contribute to the development of systems tools and resources that support strong ELD implementation
- Support the design and execution of regional and school-based professional development focused on effective ELD practices
- Collaborate with the Associate Director of Multilingual Learner Programs to conduct school visits observations and walkthroughs to strengthen ELD instruction
- Assist teachers and leaders with implementation of curriculum and instructional materials to meet the needs of multilingual learners
- Lead regional administration of the ELPAC including planning training scheduling test security and accurate and timely completion of all testing requirements
- Assist in developing and maintaining assessment and data systems to monitor multilingual learner progress
- Collect analyze and synthesize data to inform instructional decisions and student goal setting
- Lead school-based stakeholders through implementation of processes for identification placement progress monitoring and reclassification of multilingual learners
- Lead and design systems to support schools with English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree (required)
- At least 4-6 years of teaching and/or instructional leadership experience
- Active CLEAR or Preliminary Credential strongly preferred
- Experience working with multilingual learners and implementing ELD programs
- Experience administering and coordinating administration for Initial and Summative ELPAC
- Critical thinking skills and creativity in building strong systems and structures to support ELD instruction
- Strong understanding of language acquisition research and effective instructional practices for designated and integrated ELD
- Experience using data to drive instructional decisions and student outcomes
- Ability to support and facilitate professional development and adult learning
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships and collaborate across teams and schools
- Commitment to equity anti-racism and culturally responsive education
- Alignment with KIPP SoCal values (equity excellence curiosity integrity and collective strength)
Compensation
- KIPP SoCal Public Schools offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience in a similar position. The salary range for this position is $79200 to $118800. New hires are typically brought into the organization at a salary between the range minimum and the salary range midpoint of $99000 depending on qualifications internal equity and the budget allocated for this role.
- 100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer dependents added at 50% of the cost
- Employer-paid KIPP SoCal life insurance
- 401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SoCal
- Voluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance Supplemental Life Accident Short Term Disability etc.)
- Generous time off program includes 22 holidays sick leave and vacation
- Other great benefits (Flexible spending account EAP etc.)
KIPP SoCal Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex age national origin veteran status disability sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
KIPP SoCal strives to ensure that our careers website is accessible to all including individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability please contact us. You can find our contact information on our website Information will be sent to a talent acquisition representative who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the hiring process.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates free, open-enrollment, public charter schools focused on preparing students in under-resourced communities in Los Angeles to lead choice-filled lives. We are part of the nationwide KIPP network of 224 schools across t ... View more
