Dean of Multilingual Learners - Belmont Campus

Intrinsic Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charter network in Chicago seeks a Dean of Multilingual Learners to enhance support for multilingual students. The role involves instructional coaching, compliance management, and collaboration with leadership to meet school goals. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree, ESL endorsement, and a commitment to the school's mission.

Qualifications

• 5+ years relevant experience required.
• Experience managing or coaching others preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advance Multilingual Supports for Students.
• Collaborates to set and monitor school goals.
• Manages ACCESS testing and EL screener processes.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Teaching credentials with ESL endorsement

Job description

Dean of Multilingual Learners - Belmont Campus

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INTRINSIC SCHOOLS

Intrinsic Schools is a small charter network in Chicago implementing a revolutionary new model for public education that prepares all students for postsecondary success and world-changing endeavors. We started Intrinsic to reimagine the learning experience for middle and high school students based on the beliefs that young people learn best when they collaborate, feel a deep sense of belonging, and set and monitor progress toward individualized goals. Our model systematically teaches students to think, solve, communicate, and reflect while also building Empathy, Perseverance, Identity, and Curiosity - our EPIC Core Values. We flex time and space in both of our schools, redefine the role of teachers, and use technology in new ways to ensure every student receives tailored instruction, and eventually graduates with their own personalized postsecondary plan that is dedicated to their own interests, goals, and choices.

Our approach is focused on the whole child and can look different than in other public schools - in part because of our dual focus on student gains in academics and personal agency. To support this, we use mastery-forward grading; a weekly Choice Day (C Day) for all students; Student-Led Conferences (SLCs) that connect students, teachers, and families three times each year; and Advisory classes comprised of groups of students who meet daily all four years of high school and essentially grow up together, under the guidance of one four-year advisor. Our school culture deliberately prioritizes student voices and relationships - with each other and with adults - while also having very high expectations of them. To support this work, we rely on restorative practices as well as consequences, when necessary, to ensure a safe and joyful learning environment for all students.

The personalized postsecondary support we provide to students and families is a big differentiator for Intrinsic, and students and parents often cite our postsecondary strategies as one of the greatest benefits of the Intrinsic experience. As a result, every graduating senior has a plan in place for life post-high school that is developed in combination with the family. While Intrinsic prepares graduates to be successful at four-year colleges and the majority of seniors matriculate directly into college, we believe all students should have the opportunity to explore any post-graduation path that will ultimately lead to a career they enjoy and can meet their long-term financial goals.

THE ROLE OF DEAN OF MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS

At Intrinsic, we strive to become the two BEST non-selective high schools in Chicago & beyond.

Responsibilities
Advance Multilingual Supports for Students
- Works with the principal to set goals for our ML students and is the primary owner for ensuring the school is able to meet the goals.
- Ensures a Multilingual program design that will accelerate both language acquisition and content knowledge for ML students.
- Instructional Coaching:
-- Coaches all members of the Multilingual team and classes with push-in support.
-- Promotes the use of data-informed decision-making in curriculum design, assessment, and evaluation, overseeing student intervention programs supporting school improvement and college/career readiness.
-- Works with teachers to develop curriculum and assessments aligned to Illinois Learning Standards and Instructional Mandates, including learning targets, curriculum guides, and assessments (formative and summative).
- Analyzes student placement and progress in content areas.
- Supervises the ordering, use, and maintenance of instructional materials.
- Implements curriculum and instructional programs.
- Leads professional development related to support for MLL.
- Oversees enrollment data, Home Language survey completion, and collaborates with relevant teams on enrollment processes.
- Supports school scheduling as needed.
- Assists with summer school curriculum and assessments.

Member of the Leadership Team
- Collaborates to set and monitor school goals and support daily operations.
- Assists in school administration.
- Supervises student events, including some evenings and weekends.
- Performs special projects as assigned.
- Provides leadership for inclusion, equity, and anti-racism initiatives.

Compliance
- Manages ACCESS testing and EL screener processes.
- Develops and oversees annual budgets in collaboration with finance.
- Ensures compliance and manages grant reporting.
- Oversees audit processes.

Work Location
- Belmont campus - 100% in person

Ideal Qualifications
- Commitment to Intrinsic's mission & vision.
- Proven success in goal achievement.
- Strategic and innovative thinking.
- Proactive problem-solving and prioritization skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong analytical and detail-oriented skills.
- Ability to build relationships.
- Commitment to professional growth and capacity building.
- Collaborative attitude.
- Strong work ethic.
- Knowledge of educational assessment laws and best practices.

Education And Experience
- Bachelor's degree.
- Teaching credentials with ESL endorsement.
- 5+ years relevant experience.
- Experience managing or coaching others preferred.
- Spanish speaking preferred.

Equal Opportunity
Intrinsic Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Assistance is available for applicants requiring support.