Multilingual/English Learner Education Specialist

Initial posting date: 08/04/2026 • Application deadline: 08/14/2026

About the role

We are seeking a Multilingual/English Learner Education Specialist to join our Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (OEDI) team at the Oregon Department of Education (ODE). This is a permanent, full-time, exempt position represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU). This position follows a hybrid work model; onsite presence will be required when business or operational needs are best supported in person, such as collaboration, training, or work that requires access to onsite resources. Occasional evening and/or weekend work, overnight travel, and in-state travel may be necessary. A driver’s license, an acceptable driving record, a personal vehicle, or an alternative means of transportation are required. Employees approved to work remotely must have a reliable and secure internet connection and maintain a professional work environment that supports productivity.

Responsibilities

• Provide statewide leadership, coordination, and support to improve outcomes for multilingual learners by implementing and aligning the English Learner Outcomes Program, Title III programs under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, and other multilingual learner initiatives.
• Deliver coaching and technical assistance to school districts and education service districts to support the implementation of evidence-based instructional practices and progressive interventions that advance equitable outcomes and the goals of Oregon’s Multilingual Learner Strategic Plan.
• Contribute to the development and alignment of statewide strategies for multilingual education, support the administration of grants and contracts, and collaborate across state and federal programs to ensure coherent systems of support and compliance.
• Serve as a key point of contact and subject matter expert for districts, partners, and the public.
• Provide technical assistance and professional learning to educators and administrators on the effective use of state and federal funds to advance priority strategies for multilingual learners as outlined in the Multilingual Learner Strategic Plan.
• Develop and disseminate guidance, tools, and resources to support implementation of evidence-based instructional practices that are culturally and linguistically responsive and reflect the strengths and needs of students, families, and communities.
• Coordinate and support alignment of Title III English learner programs, the English Learner Outcomes Program, and related statewide initiatives, including accountability and literacy efforts.
• Plan and conduct monitoring activities, including on-site and virtual visits, to evaluate program implementation and compliance with applicable laws and policies.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Education or related field from an accredited college or university and five years of education experience in the specialty area under recruitment (e.g., classroom teacher, counselor, itinerant service provider), two years of which includes leadership experience (e.g., lead teacher, program coordinator or director, school administrator) in the specialty area under recruitment.
• A Doctorate in Education or related field from an accredited university may substitute for two years of the education experience, but not for the two years of leadership experience.
• An Oregon Standard Administrative License (issued by Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission) may substitute for the two years of leadership experience.

Skills

• Multilingual/English Learner Program Experience: Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, monitoring, and leading programs and services for multilingual learners designated as English learners, including knowledge of English language development, English language proficiency standards, and ensuring access to grade-level core content and educational opportunities.
• Dual Language and Bilingual Education Experience: Demonstrated experience with dual language, bilingual education, and heritage language programs, including program design, implementation, evaluation, and evidence-based strategies that promote bilingualism, biliteracy, equity, and academic achievement.
• Continuous Improvement, Technical Assistance, and Collaborative Partnership: Experience partnering with district and school leaders, educators, tribal partners, multilingual students and families, community organizations, and government agencies to analyze data, identify root causes, develop and implement evidence-based continuous improvement strategies, and provide technical assistance and coaching that improve outcomes for multilingual learners while honoring and leveraging students’ cultural and linguistic assets.
• Federal Program Administration: Experience administering and/or supporting federal education programs, including Title III, with expertise in federal program requirements, civil rights obligations, grant administration, and compliance monitoring.
• K-12 Leadership Experience: Leadership experience in K-12 district and school systems, including curriculum and instruction, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Statewide Leadership and Policy Implementation: Experience interpreting and implementing state or federal education policies, translating requirements into actionable guidance, and supporting implementation across multiple districts, programs, or educational systems.

Pay

$7,247 – $11,140 monthly (non-PERS qualifying). If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%.

About the agency

The Oregon Department of Education’s (ODE’s) mission is to foster equity and excellence for every learner through collaboration with educators, partners, and communities. In fulfilling its mission, ODE has the vision to ensure all students have access to and benefit from a world-class, well-rounded, and equitable education system. This position is located within the Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (OEDI). OEDI leads proactive equity initiatives that interrupt and eliminate harmful power dynamics endemic in Oregon’s education system. Our initiatives are driven by deep and ongoing engagement with the lived experiences of our students and families so that we can provide intentional structures, practices, and policies that uphold their intersecting identities, needs, and strengths.