K-12 MLL Program Lead & Compliance Coach

Sugar Creek Charter School, Inc; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sugar Creek Charter School, Inc. is seeking an MLL Department Lead to coordinate the Multilingual Language Learner program across K–12. The role ensures compliance with state requirements, supports teachers and MLL staff, and advances language equity and student achievement.

Key duties include planning WIDA/ACCESS testing, maintaining EL accommodations, distributing EL plans, advising general education staff, sharing instructional tools, and monitoring EL progress to guide classroom practice.

Qualifications

• Valid teaching license with ESL or MLL endorsement preferred.
• Demonstrated experience working with multilingual students in K–12 settings.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of EL compliance, accommodations, and culturally responsive teaching practices.
• Commitment to equity and inclusion for all learners.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Testing Coordinator to develop annual WIDA and ACCESS testing plan and calendar.
• Ensure MLL accommodations are up-to-date for state and school testing purposes.
• Distribute EL plans to appropriate staff and verify implementation.
• Monitor screening referrals by regularly connecting with teachers to identify students needing initial MLL screening.
• Serve as liaison to general education teachers, providing ongoing collaboration to support MLL students.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Equity and inclusion focus

Experience with multilingual students

Education

Valid teaching license with ESL or MLL endorsement preferred

Job description

Sugar Creek Charter School, Inc. is seeking an MLL Department Lead to coordinate the Multilingual Language Learner program across K–12. The role ensures compliance with state requirements, supports teachers and MLL staff, and advances language equity and student achievement.

Key duties include planning WIDA/ACCESS testing, maintaining EL accommodations, distributing EL plans, advising general education staff, sharing instructional tools, and monitoring EL progress to guide classroom practice.