REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Knowledge of reading, writing and multilingual learner education, particularly with models and approaches reflecting research and experience in school and teacher effectiveness, organizational and staff development and curriculum improvement.
Knowledge of large-scale and local assessment practices.
Knowledge of assessment development practices.
Knowledge of electronic data systems.
Knowledge of Common Core State Standards, English language proficiency standards, standards-based curriculum, instruction and assessment to improve student achievement.
Knowledge of accommodations for addressing assessment needs of diverse / multilingual learners.
Skilled in organizing, analyzing, and presenting data.
Skilled in managing projects and programs including large-scale contracts.
Skilled in the ability to facilitate meetings, interact with various groups, and deliver technical assistance to large and small groups.
Skilled in preparing reports.
Skilled in communicating and interpersonal exchanges as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, education agencies, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
Education: Master’s degree in education or related field.
Experience: Three to five years of experience in the area of assignment. Teaching and program development experience is highly desirable.
And/or any combination of knowledge, skills and experience that is substantially equivalent.
Please submit two (2) current letters of reference
Subject to FTE approval and available funding
C42 Position is part of Local 2012, AFT
Salary Range: (Subject to change)
Reasonable accommodations can be made for qualified individuals with a disability.
Must have own transportation and be available evenings, and occasionally on weekends.
DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION
NONCLASSIFIED JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Multilingual Learner Specialist
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Incumbents are responsible for leading and supporting standards-based educational reform by leading and coordinating curriculum, instruction and assessment strategies that lead to statewide systemic improvement in achievement and English language proficiency for multilingual learners.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the supervision of a manager with wide latitude to exercise independent judgment. Work is subject to review on a periodic basis or upon completion for results achieved and for adherence to professional standards of conduct.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Generally, none. Specialists may work as part of teams and in collaboration with others with wide latitude for the exercise of independent judgment to achieve results. Specialists may be involved in providing input to the performance management process as a peer or colleague as appropriate.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Provide leadership and collaborative assistance to local districts, schools, and community partners to address issues of grade level expectations as they relate to English language proficiency curriculum, instruction and local assessment.
Support the administration of statewide English language proficiency assessments including design, scoring, monitoring, reporting, and vendor management.
Facilitate building statewide partnerships and coordinate with higher education to lead and support systemic English language proficiency curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
Analyze achievement data to inform decision-making on statewide policy and technical assistance needs in proficiency for multilingual learners.
Conduct workshops on data analysis, accountability, state testing, and other relevant topics to varied audiences including departmental staff, and district and school personnel.
Develop and maintain, in collaboration with other states, applicable English language learner standards and assessments for a variety of purposes.
Provide technical reports and briefs to local, state, and federal officials.
Perform related work as assigned.
Supplemental InformationThe Multilingual Learner Specialist plays a vital role in advancing educational excellence by leading statewide efforts to improve curriculum, instruction, assessment, and English language proficiency for multilingual learners. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with educators, school districts, higher education partners, and community organizations to drive meaningful, system-wide improvements in student achievement. Ideal candidates are passionate instructional leaders who excel at working with MLL English language proficiency assessments, analyzing data and supporting MLL data systems, providing technical assistance, designing professional learning and developing innovative solutions that support learners. Applicants with strong communication, project management, and collaboration skills, along with experience in multilingual learner education and assessment, will thrive in this dynamic role.BenefitsFor information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/.
Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.
Skills Required
- Master's degree in education or related field.
- Three to five years of experience in the area of assignment.
- Knowledge of reading, writing, and multilingual learner education, including research-based models and school/teacher effectiveness.
- Knowledge of large-scale and local assessment practices.
- Knowledge of assessment development practices.
- Knowledge of electronic data systems.
- Knowledge of Common Core State Standards and English language proficiency standards; standards-based curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
- Knowledge of accommodations for assessment needs of diverse/multilingual learners.
- Skilled in organizing, analyzing, and presenting data.
- Skilled in managing projects and programs, including large-scale contracts and vendor management.
- Skilled in facilitating meetings, interacting with varied groups, and delivering technical assistance to large and small groups.
- Skilled in preparing technical reports and briefs.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for interaction with coworkers, supervisors, education agencies, and the public.
- Teaching and program development experience.
- Two (2) current letters of reference.
- Must have own transportation and be available evenings and occasionally on weekends.
What We Do
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