Program Supervisor jobs in Reading, PA

Position Title: English as a Second Language (ESL) Supervisor – General
Position Range: *** Salary Updated to Range 4
Classification: RSAA
Reports To: ESL Program Director

Position Goal: The Supervisor of ESL ensures that the 4,600 English learners (ELs) in all schools district-wide receive equitable access to rigorous instruction and all other district programs resulting in high levels of academic achievement and proficiency in academic English. The ESL Supervisor holds primary responsibility for the development, implementation, and assessment of specialized services in grades PreK-12 including English language development, academic and social-emotional interventions and other related services. The ESL Supervisor provides leadership to school-based staff and brings expertise through professional development in areas related to English language development and culturally responsive teaching. The Supervisor ensures that the needs of all ELs are met through the implementation of research-proven practices. The Supervisor reports directly to the ESL Program Director and provides support to Principals, Assistant Principals, ESL Teachers, General/Special Education Teachers and other staff members.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties:
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Central ESL Department Staff, ESL Teachers, ESL Paraprofessionals

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 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 the essential functions.

• 5 years experience teaching ESL or teaching in a district/school with a significant EL population
• Documented success of leadership specific to working with English learners and/or students in urban education
• Bilingual and biliterate in Spanish highly preferred
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to facilitate groups of various sizes
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with administrators, teacher, support staff, parents and community partners
• Strong knowledge of effective teaching practices and interventions
• Strong knowledge of academic and English language development standards
• Detail-oriented and highly organized with strong verbal, written communication skills
• Expert knowledge of federal and state policy regarding ELs
• Excels in problem-solving and has a strong desire to provide high-quality services
• Explicit and relentless focus on outcomes with strong skills in collecting, analyzing and interpreting a variety of data.

• Ability to effectively utilize various forms of office technology and software applications.
• Ability to be in regular and consistent attendance during the work year.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES:

• Master’s Degree in English as a Second Language, Educational Leadership or related field
• PA PK-12 ESL Program Specialist Certification required

OR willing to obtain an ESL Program Specialist certification - applicable only if the candidate currently holds a supervisory/principal cert and demonstrates strong administrative experiences/skills

• PA Supervisory/Principal's Certification required

OR currently enrolled in a administrative certification program - applicable only if the candidate currently holds an ESL Program Specialist certificate and demonstrates strong leadership skills and experience as an ESL Teacher

• Valid driver’s license required

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full-time (12-month) exempt position. Salary and benefits consistent with the District’s approved Compensation and Benefits Plan.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
REASONING ABILITY:
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 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.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: 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.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet but may be moderate to loud at times. The employee is frequently required to interact with the parents, public and staff during and after the normal workday. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and exhibit good human relation skills including courtesy, tact and patience. (The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being and work output of subordinate staff.)

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the Department of Human Resources of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be required. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended, and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

The Reading School District is an equal opportunity employment, educational, and service organization.