Bridgeton Public Schools

Job Description
Revised

POSITION:

Director of Bilingual Education

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Possess a Master’s Degree
2. Valid NJ Principal Certificate or Eligibility
3. Have excellent administrative and/or teaching experience and work with students.
4. Exhibits a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm and interpersonal skills that relates well with students, staff, administration, parents and the community.
5. Five years experience in the field of Bilingual/ESL Education.
6. Required Criminal History Check.
7. Provide Proof of US citizenship or legal Resident Alien status

REPORTS TO:

Assistant Superintendent of Special Education & Student Services

JOB GOAL:

The Director of Bilingual Education is responsible for the supervision and evaluation of the Supervisor of Bilingual/ESL K-12 and all other assigned personnel to the department of Bilingual Education. In addition, the Director of Bilingual Education is responsible for the implementation of instructional programs and the coordination of resources associated with the successful delivery of Bilingual/ESL Education. The Director is also responsible for the supervision and evaluation of personnel whose primary responsibilities fall under the rubric of ESL/Bilingual Education within the district.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Develop, review, and recommend innovative approaches, models and strategies to meet the needs of students in the Bilingual Program.
2. Develop and prepare the Bilingual Education Program Plan as required by the New Jersey Department of Education.
3. Develop and prepare proposals for additional funding for bilingual programs under federal and private foundation funding sources.
4. Prepare all necessary budgets as required by local, state, or federal funding of the Bilingual Program.
5. Keep abreast of developments in Bilingual/ESL Education and furnishes leadership in determining their appropriateness for inclusion in the district’s educational programs.
6. Review materials and make recommendations for new materials to be used in the Bilingual Program.
7. Recommend staffing needs and assist in the recruitment, selection and placement of Bilingual personnel. Also provide orientation and monitor the performance of new Bilingual educational staff.
8. Observe and evaluate instructional staff in Bilingual Program and make recommendations regarding increments and re-employment of certificated and non-certificated staff.
9. Conduct the annual needs assessment as required by local, state and/or federal regulations.
10. In cooperation with the Building Principals and Supervisors, assures that the Bilingual education students are progressing in accordance with federal and state expectations.
11. Evaluate lesson plans and observe classes on a regular basis.
12. Conduct meetings as necessary for the proper functioning of the instructional programs.
13. Develop and implement adequate procedures in accordance with local, state, and federal requirements.
14. Maintain an ongoing evaluation of all phases of the Bilingual Program.
15. Establish goals and objectives for the Department and make determinations concerning the quality of achievement.
16. Make recommendations for new policy or revision of existing policy for the Bilingual Program.
17. Develop and administer an adequate program of parental involvement in accordance with local, state, and federal requirements.
18. Develop and implement an ongoing program of in-service for Bilingual staff.
19. Establish and maintain cooperative, consultative, and working relationships with administrators and supervisors concerning the integration and the coordination of the Bilingual Program with the total school program.
20. Develop a district wide Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity team to ensure compliance with new State and Federal regulations.
21. Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent of Special Education & Student Services.

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:

(12) Months. Salary to be determined by the Board of Education.

EVALUATION:

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with Board policies and procedures on the evaluation of professional staff.

MTT 4/21/21