Bilingual Education Resource Specialist

FORDHAM University; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Fordham University is seeking a Resource Specialist for NYC Regional Bilingual Education Resource Network ( NYC - RBERN ) to coordinate technical assistance and professional development for NYC schools and districts. Reporting to the Associate Dean and Director, this role supports language learners and school-improvement efforts.

This position may require occasional regional travel and involves collaboration with NYSED and district leaders to advance ELL initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• New York State certification as a bilingual/ESL teacher and/or administrator.
• Minimum 5 years of teaching experience with English Language Learner students.
• Experience providing technical assistance to schools/staff.
• Knowledge of School Improvement Initiatives and best practices for teaching ELLs.
• Experience with diverse high-need populations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Google and Microsoft Office suites.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates, coordinates, and provides technical assistance, professional development, and related activities to the NYC schools and districts.
• Maintains ongoing communication with the schools in the region and the Statewide districts.
• Facilitates school-based activities in target schools at various stages of improvement.
• Attends NYSED network strategy professional development meetings in Albany.

Skills

Technical assistance

ELL education

Communication

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

New York State bilingual/ESL certification

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fordham University is seeking a Resource Specialist for NYC Regional Bilingual Education Resource Network ( NYC - RBERN ) to coordinate technical assistance and professional development for NYC schools and districts. Reporting to the Associate Dean and Director, this role supports language learners and school-improvement efforts.

This position may require occasional regional travel and involves collaboration with NYSED and district leaders to advance ELL initiatives.