Supervisor of English Language Arts (ELA), English as a Second Language (ESL), and World Languages (WL)

Supervisor of English Language Arts (ELA), English as a Second Language (ESL), and World Languages (WL)

REPORTS TO:  Director of Curriculum & Instruction

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Valid New Jersey School Supervisor or Principal Certification
2. Administrator experience required
3. Demonstrated leadership in school improvement, program development and curriculum integration and application of technology across the curriculum
4. Ability to plan, organize and administer a district-level professional development program
5. Independent use of Google Suite, word processing, Excel, E-Mail, Internet and appropriate software applications is highly desirable.
6. Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status

SUPERVISES:  

Instructional staff PreK-12 as assigned

JOB GOAL:    

To provide leadership in the development, implementation and coordination of the district’s curriculum.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborates with district leadership, principals, and teachers to develop, refine, and implement a coherent, vertically aligned curriculum in English Language Arts, ESL, and World Languages that reflects district goals and state standards.
• Leads the development and continuous improvement of literacy instruction and language acquisition programs, ensuring alignment with research-based practices and the needs of diverse learners, including multilingual learners.
• Evaluates, recommends, and oversees the adoption and implementation of instructional materials, textbooks, and programs in ELA, ESL, and World Languages through collaborative committee processes, with attention to rigor, accessibility, and cultural responsiveness.
• Provides leadership in strengthening early literacy, reading, writing, and language development as well as second language acquisition across grade levels.
• Designs and supports professional development for staff in areas such as literacy instruction, differentiated instruction, scaffolding for multilingual learners, and culturally responsive teaching practices.
• Participates in and brings back insights from state, regional, and national organizations related to literacy, ESL, and world language instruction.
• Recommends programmatic changes, including course offerings, program structures, and placement practices, to enhance student access, engagement, and achievement in ELA, ESL, and World Languages.
• Develops and disseminates curriculum guides, pacing documents, and instructional resources to ensure consistency and clarity across schools.
• Facilitates and supports grade-level and departmental collaboration to ensure horizontal and vertical alignment, articulation, and continuity of instruction.
• Communicates and promotes the district’s ELA, ESL, and World Language programs to families, the Board of Education, and the community, highlighting student outcomes and program strengths.
• Collaborates with principals and staff to integrate community resources and culturally relevant materials that enhance student learning and engagement.
• Stays current on and shares research and best practices in literacy, language development, and second language acquisition with staff.
• Works collaboratively with special services, counseling, and building administration to ensure appropriate support and program access for students with diverse learning needs, including English language learners.
• Monitors and supports the implementation of curriculum and instructional practices through regular meetings, school-based support, and analysis of student performance data,  including district and state assessments, to inform instructional decisions and program improvements.
• Conducts observations, supervision, and evaluations of assigned staff, providing feedback aligned to instructional best practices in literacy and language instruction.
• Assists in the development and management of the budget related to ELA, ESL, and World Languages, ensuring resources are aligned with program priorities.
• Supports the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of instructional staff, with attention to content expertise and capacity to support diverse learners.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:    

Salary and work year to be determined as mutually agreed upon in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Salary Range: $110,000 – $140,000  annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications, and in accordance with VTAA contract salary guide.