WHO WE ARE

Our mission is to transform the lives of students – especially those who will be the first in their family to attend college – by preparing them for success in college, career, and life. 

At Envision Education, we believe the current achievement gap reflects a systemic failure to understand how kids learn, what motivates them to learn, and what they need in order to learn well. We know that vibrant learning communities apply compassion and high expectations to inspire and empower students.  With a population that is 75% first-generation college bound, our approach is specifically designed to increase student engagement, deepen integration and understanding, promote active learning, and ensure college success.

Envision Education is a national model for using Project Based Learning and Performance Assessment to prepare students for success in college and in life.  Envision Education currently operates three small high schools and two middle schools. Graduates go on to succeed in college at significantly higher rates than their peers: 99% attend college and 82% persist once they get there.

OUR APPROACH

We believe that deeper learning experiences challenge students to think critically, solve problems resourcefully, and collaborate productively. Students have an opportunity to use these skills and show what they know through portfolio defenses. In 8th, 10th and 12th grade, Envision students present a defense of learning, demonstrating their growth and learning. Similar to a master’s thesis defense, these presentations are required to graduate in 12th grade and are invaluable in preparing for life after high school. They practice for these defenses through regular exhibitions and in-class presentations.  Our students say portfolio defense is the hardest thing they have ever done, and nothing has prepared them more for college. Read about our approach here.

POSITION SUMMARY

The English Language Development Specialist will be charged with the conception, development, and execution of a best in class English Language Development program at Envision Education. This role will work with the Chief Academic Officer, the Director of Instruction, and other members of the Academics Department to build the infrastructure for the program, develop the curriculum, and teach the courses. This is a new position at Envision Education and will require someone with visionary leadership. The ELD Specialist position will start with some teaching responsibilities. As the program grows, the role will shift from direct teaching to network-wide ELD coordination and leadership. 

 Key Responsibilities: Network Level Leadership

• Coordinates the English Language Development (ELD) programs for Envision’s middle and high schools. 
• Facilitates the English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC) and coordinates bilingual tests with the Senior Manager, Data and Assessment. 
• Consults with other members of Envision Academics Team regarding compliance with state regulations for English Learners (ELs). 
• Facilitates appropriate adoption of ELD curriculum across Envision sites. 
• Plans and delivers English language program training for all teachers and administrators. 
• Facilitates data collection and reporting for state documentation. 

 

Key Responsibilities: School Level Leadership

• Teaches designated ELD Course to qualifying groups of students.
• Monitors the progress of all ELLs and of redesignated Fluent English Proficient (FEP) students. 
• Documents progress of ELL students (including initial assessment, annual assessment, and redesignation). Coordinates and disseminates Document of Commitment (DOC) forms and teacher progress toward CLAD/BCLAD certification for assigned schools. 
• Consults with school staff regarding modifying regular programs for ELL students, including ELD instruction and sheltering techniques.
• Conferences with parents as needed. 
• Assists school staff on the purchasing of appropriate ELD and Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English (SDAIE) materials. 
• Serves on Student Study Team (SST) and Individual Educational Plan Team (IEPT) as requested. 
• Determines staff development needs for instructional staff working with EL students, and provides staff development opportunities to meet their needs
• Acts as a resource to classroom teachers by assisting them in ELD methodology and curriculum materials selection; provides them with appropriate materials for EL students; coordinates the monitoring of the classroom instruction related to EL. Confers with principal(s) on the needs of EL students and progress being made to meet these needs.

 

Qualifications

• Commitment to the mission and vision of Envision Education.
• Commitment to anti-racist and pro-Black pedagogy.
• 5+ years of experience, some supervisory experience preferred.
• California State Teaching Certification, or equivalent
• CLAD/BCLAD Certification
• Ability to understand and empathize with the experience of an English Language Learner student in an underserved community preferred
• BA or BS required

 

COMPENSATION: The starting salary range for this position is $75k – $85k. Salary and benefits are competitive and based on experience.

 

TO APPLY: Please submit your application, including a thoughtful cover letter at Envision Careers

 

As an equal opportunity employer, we believe deeply in diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all people. Envision recruits, employs, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, and the many other characteristics that make us diverse.