CLDE Coordinator: Multilingual Learner Support, K-12
Peak to Peak Charter School
K-12 supports may take various forms, including teaching EDC classes, co-planning and co-teaching, push-in small groups, and pull-out small groups. The CLDE Coordinator will model best practices for language acquisition and support inclusive instructional strategies.
All employees and volunteers at Peak to Peak Charter School work together to fulfill the Peak to Peak mission statement. Our instructional and non-instructional staff inspire learning every day. We are many people from different backgrounds and experiences. Values we hold high are trustworthiness, diligence, open communication, fairness, equity, and justice, and we expect to see them evidenced in our staff, parents/guardians, and students. When we join together, our professional team shines bright and pushes the bounds of what's possible. We believe that all students can learn and grow to their fullest potential. We are dedicated, caring, and concerned about the social, emotional, and academic prosperity of the whole child. We pride ourselves on being a collaborative, curious, and creative group. Together, we are committed to cultivating a growth mindset in ourselves and our students, celebrating the power of vulnerability in the pursuit of development.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Knowledge & Compliance:
Deep understanding of federal and state regulations regarding equitable participation for multilingual learners.
Proficiency in school-level obligations for MLLs, including identification, assessment, placement, monitoring, and exiting processes.
Program Development:
Support a vision for CLDE based on purpose and need specific to Peak to Peak students; establish goals for program implementation and identify success criteria
Ability to design, develop, and implement an effective program model that meets the diverse needs of multilingual learners.
Strong foundational knowledge of WIDA Standards and ACCESS testing.
Plan and teach ELD classes
Research, teach, and model best practices used to address the needs of multilingual learners
Ability to assess students' language needs and determine their language proficiency.
Knowledge of evidence-based English Language Development programs that effectively support English learners.
Commitment to inclusive practices for language learners.
Collaboration & Professionalism:
Communicate regularly and consistently with K-12 administration, general education teachers, counselors, learning services teachers and parents/guardians about student growth and achievement
Provide classroom support by coaching general education classroom teachers, providing immediate modeling and feedback of instructional practices for multilingual learners as needed
Ability to collaborate with teachers to make student-centered decisions.
Capacity to build strong professional relationships to achieve organizational goals.
Sophisticated understanding of teaching and learning best practices.
In collaboration with the school principals, ensure appropriate resource allocation and utilization within the CLDE progrom
Instruction & Assessment:
Design and implement instructional plans aligned with the Colorado Academic Standards that are purposeful, engaging, and differentiated to meet student needs.
Conduct formative assessments to guide instruction and support student progress.
Lead the progress monitoring and redesignation process for all students who receive services.
Participate in parent/teacher conferences in order to share progress and assessment updates
Using VizLab workbooks and P2P-specific data warehouses
Create and leverage current data collection tools, universal screeners, progress monitors, intervention tracking, and other performance measures
Create and maintain individual student profiles reflecting growth and achievement
Update and review student progress paperwork and learning plans in compliance with school, district, and legal procedures and guidelines
Other Responsibilities:
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Education, Experience, and Desired Skills:
B.A. or B.S. college degree required
Masters degree preferred
Current Colorado Teacher License and CLDE Endorsement required
Classroom teaching experience and/or prior CLDE experience strongly preferred
Strong organizational and coordination skills
Ability to assess grade level needs and plan and organize accordingly
Demonstrated experience in effectively solving challenging problems through a positive, collaborative approach.
Highly developed written and oral communication skills are required
Proficient with a variety of computer programs, including Google Suite & other technology to support learning
CPR and First Aid certification
Strong self-starter; able to work with limited direction
Ability to assess grade level needs and plan and organize accordingly.
Ability to apply superb judgment in a timely manner