EL Instructional Development Specialist, Dual Language

About the Role

The Office of Multilingual-Multicultural Education (OMME) guides CPS in providing a high-quality education for all language learners, attentive to a culturally and linguistically diverse community of students, families, and educators. OMME achieves its mission through strategic planning, collaborative partnerships, professional development, and the production of tools and resources to improve instruction.

Reporting to the Dual Language Program Manager, the EL Instructional Specialist, Dual Language is a key member of the educational team responsible for enhancing and supporting dual language programs within the district. This role promotes bilingualism and biliteracy among students, fosters cross-cultural understanding, and ensures the effectiveness of dual language programs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct classroom observations and data analysis to assess program effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Provide teachers and staff with targeted support and professional development to enhance instructional practices and ensure program alignment with educational standards.
• Support curriculum specialists to develop and refine dual language curriculum aligned with district standards, state frameworks, and best practices in bilingual education. Ensure the curriculum integrates culturally relevant content and diverse perspectives to foster inclusivity and equity.
• Utilize student performance data, language proficiency assessments, and program evaluation results to inform decisions related to program modifications, interventions, and improvements.
• Design and facilitate professional development opportunities for dual language teachers, administrators, and support staff, focusing on bilingual teaching strategies, language acquisition, and cultural competence.
• Collaborate with school administrators, teachers, and instructional leaders to establish and maintain high program quality standards in dual language initiatives.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure alignment and coherence for instruction.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in bilingual and/or dual language education, or related field; Master's Degree preferred.
• Illinois Professional Educator Licensure with Bilingual and/or ESL endorsement.
• Five (5) years of teaching and/or leadership experience in dual-language education.
• Previous experience with coordinating and/or providing professional development.

Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders; establish efficient working relationships with colleagues, district and school staff, and community-based organizations.
• Ability to manage, problem-solve, and delegate as situations dictate.
• Ability to recognize failures and learn from mistakes to improve conditions for working and learning as a team.
• Ability to travel to schools and other locations throughout the district.
• Self-learner with excellent organizational skills.
• Proficiency in a range of technology tools and software: Google Docs, Microsoft Office, and Mac applications.
• Bilingual/multilingual preferred.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and oral skills.

Conditions of Employment

As a condition of employment with Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to establish and maintain Chicago residency within six months of their CPS hire date and throughout their employment with the district. This requirement does not apply to temporary/part-time positions, though all CPS employees must be residents of Illinois.

Benefits

Health & Wellness

• Comprehensive health coverage options for employees and eligible dependents, including medical, pharmacy, dental, vision, behavioral health, and EAP.
• Employee Wellness Program.

Financial Security

• Basic Life Insurance.
• Life and Disability Insurance.
• Pension Plans.
• Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b)).
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Spot Pet Insurance.

Work-Life Balance

• Paid Leave.
• Sick Leave.
• Vacation Days.
• Parental Leaves.
• Short-Term Disability.
• Religious Holidays.

Pay

Estimated Annual Salary Range: $90,000.00

Schedule

• Overtime Status: Exempt
• Position Type: Non-Union

Primary Location: Central-42 West Madison Street (Office of Multicultural/Lingual Education)