SPECIALIST, MLE INSTRUCTIONAL LEARNING

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

Job Description

Applications will be received until August 31st, 2026. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline.

About This Job

Leads, designs, develops, and supports the implementation of professional learning that strengthens instruction for Multilingual Learners (MLL), across District and Charter programs. This role contributes to the creation of high-quality instructional materials and learning experiences, while supporting program coordination, continuous improvement, and alignment to district priorities and state and local Consent Decree compliance requirements.

What DPS Offers You

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
• $81,928 - $98,314 Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement. For more information visit our New Employee Resources .

What You'll Do

• Design and deliver professional learning for educators (ECE–12) using expertise in Multilingual Learner (MLL) instruction to build capacity for high quality language teaching
• Develop aligned instructional resources (WIDA, Colorado Academic Standards, district priorities) that translate effective MLL practices into clear, actionable adult learning
• Audit and refine course content to ensure alignment with Consent Decree requirements, district goals, and MLL best practices
• Design differentiated professional learning pathways (e.g., Newcomer vs. Long-Term MLL frameworks)
• Analyze educator and student data (ACCESS, state assessments, surveys) to identify gaps and inform program improvements
• Lead continuous improvement by identifying root causes, optimizing systems/processes, and implementing sustainable solutions
• Design and deliver engaging online learning using adult learning theory and district platforms (e.g., Schoology, PowerSchool PL, Articulate 360, Google Workspace)
• Ensure accessibility and quality of materials, including alignment to learning objectives and WCAG 2.2 standards
• Manage program operations, including documentation, compliance (Consent Decree, audits), logistics, timelines, and reporting
• Collaborate with stakeholders to support implementation of MLL initiatives, improve systems, and maintain SOPs aligned to state and district requirements
• Other duties as assigned

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field
• 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
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun

About Us

Denver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities from preschool through high school graduation. DPS is comprised of nearly 200 schools including traditional, magnet, charter and alternative pathways schools, with an enrollment of more than 90,000 students.

DPS has become the fastest-growing school district in the country in terms of enrollment and the fastest-growing large school district in the state in terms of student academic growth. Learn more at dpsk12.org.