MLL Professional Learning Design Lead

Denver Public Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 82,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off

Health and wellness benefits

PERA Retirement

Job summary

Denver Public Schools seeks a leader to design, develop, and support professional learning for Multilingual Learners (MLL) across District and Charter programs. You will create high-quality instructional materials, coordinate programs, and ensure alignment with state and local Consent Decree requirements.

The role emphasizes equity, collaboration, and continuous improvement, with opportunities to impact language teaching and district priorities through innovative learning experiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field is required.
• Master's Degree in Education or related field preferred.
• Five (5) years teaching or leading high quality instructional practices for Multilingual Learners.
• Experience facilitating or supporting professional learning for adults.
• Colorado resident for the duration of employment and ability to meet physical demands.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver professional learning for educators (ECE–12) using expertise in Multilingual Learner instruction.
• Develop aligned instructional resources (WIDA, Colorado Academic Standards) translating MLL practices into actionable adult learning.
• Audit and refine course content to align with Consent Decree requirements and district goals.
• Design differentiated professional learning pathways (e.g., Newcomer vs. Long-Term MLL).
• Analyze educator and student data to identify gaps and inform program improvements.
• Lead continuous improvement by identifying root causes and implementing sustainable solutions.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field

Master's Degree in Education or related field

Job description

Denver Public Schools seeks a leader to design, develop, and support professional learning for Multilingual Learners (MLL) across District and Charter programs. You will create high-quality instructional materials, coordinate programs, and ensure alignment with state and local Consent Decree requirements.

The role emphasizes equity, collaboration, and continuous improvement, with opportunities to impact language teaching and district priorities through innovative learning experiences.