2026-27 English Language Development (ELD) Coordinator (Resume Collection)
About the role
Alliance College-Ready Public Schools is one of the largest and most successful nonprofit public charter school networks in the nation, operating 25 high-performing, middle and high schools that educate nearly 13,000 scholars who make up the heart of Los Angeles’ Latinx, Black, and recent immigrant communities. Alliance schools have been recognized as among the best in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, Newsweek, the U.S. Department of Education, and the California Department of Education. Since opening our first school in 2004, 95% of Alliance scholars have graduated from high school. We strive to uplift our scholars and their communities by fostering unparalleled educational opportunities that encourage scholarly thought, resilient learning, powerful communication, mind-body wellness, and community advocacy.
Essential Responsibilities
Develop and implement a school-specific Multilingual Learner (ML) Program strategy, aligned with the network's ML Network Plan, to enhance instruction and achievement for ML scholars.
Evaluate the site's Multilingual Learner program through instructional walkthroughs, classroom observations, and ongoing scholar data analysis to ensure ELD program effectiveness.
Support ELD and content teachers through modeling, co-teaching, push-in support, and data-driven feedback to improve ML instruction; teach a small number of designated ELD classes as needed.
Observe ELD teachers and provide feedback, coaching, and support on unit/lesson planning, execution, differentiation, and data analysis.
Plan and lead professional development for staff on integrating California ELD Standards with state-adopted content standards (Integrated ELD).
Maintain accurate ML documentation (e.g., ELPAC results, reclassification files, parent notifications) in compliance with district/state requirements.
Lead annual reclassification cycles for ML students in collaboration with operations staff and counselors; progress monitor current MLs and recently reclassified students (RFEP).
Coordinate initial and summative ELPAC administration, analyze results, and use data for ML identification, placement, and reclassification.
Ensure ML accommodations are provided for state assessments (SBAC), college entrance exams (SAT/ACT), and classroom tests per IEP/504 plans.
Recruit, form, and facilitate the ML Parent Advisory Committee (ELPC) to amplify family voice in school decisions.
Minimum Qualifications
A California Single Subject, Multiple Subject, or Education Specialist Credential (Clear or Preliminary) with an English Learner Authorization code of “ELAS,” “ELAM,” “ELAE,” “ELA1” or “CLAD Emphasis” or Bilingual Authorization code of “BA**” or “BCLAD” Emphasis.
A Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
3+ years of experience working with EL scholars at all levels, including emerging, expanding, and bridging.
California Clear Crosscultural, Language and Academic Development (CLAD) Certificate.
Preferred
1+ year of experience coaching and observing teachers (leadership roles such as Department Chair, Mentor Teacher, etc.).
Benefits
In alignment with our commitment to equity for our scholars, Alliance is dedicated to promoting equity and transparency within our team, offering competitive salaries commensurate with experience, as well as generous retirement and health benefits. This position is Exempt. We strive to be the best employer possible by offering excellent benefits for our employees and their families. Please click HERE for more information about our health benefits, retirement options, as well as our paid holidays and leave.
Professional Development
At Alliance, we believe in supporting school leadership growth and providing substantial school-based and network-wide professional development support. Leadership Opportunities: Leadership opportunities are extensive at Alliance, and those interested in growing their leadership skills are invited to join our Emerging Leader Cadre program.
Recognition
Alliance provides special recognition to staff who demonstrate their dedication inside and beyond the school.
Compensation
$91,125.00 - $135,000.00
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit an application. If you advance to the next step, you will be contacted for a phone screen and/or interview. Only candidates who advance will be contacted. If you would like to view the progress of your application, you can log in to your Candidate Home Account by signing in at the top right of our jobs page. Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor or support applicants on visas at this time or in the foreseeable future.