SY 26/27 Manager of Multilingual/English Language learner (ELL) Programs

About KIPP Kansas City Public Schools:

KIPP Kansas City Public Schools is part of a nationwide network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory charter schools dedicated to preparing students in educationally underserved communities for success in college and life. Our strength as a region serves as a catalyst for empowerment, change, and hope.

Founded in 2007, KIPP Kansas City Public Schools began with KIPP Endeavor Academy, serving approximately 31 fifth-grade students. Today, we educate approximately 1,000 students from Pre-K through 12th grade, with our community continuing to expand. Together with families and communities, we strive to create joyful, academically excellent schools that equip students with the skills and confidence to pursue their chosen paths—whether college, career, or beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and contribute to a more just world.

Position Overview:

Every member of the Team & Family at KIPP KC plays a critical role in ensuring our students are on the path toward college, career, and beyond.

As the Manager of Multilingual / ELL Programs, you will lead the vision, strategy, and implementation of high-quality programming for multilingual learners across the school (or region). You will ensure that all multilingual students receive equitable access to rigorous, grade-level instruction while accelerating English language development.

This role blends instructional leadership, compliance oversight, and program management. You will coach teachers, build systems, monitor data, and ensure fidelity to state and federal requirements. You will also serve as the primary advocate for multilingual learners and their families, ensuring their voices, identities, and experiences are centered in school practices.

Key Responsibilities: 

Program Leadership & Strategy

• Develop and implement a comprehensive vision for multilingual learner success aligned to KIPP KC’s academic priorities.

• Design and manage ELL program models (push-in, pull-out, co-teaching) to meet student needs across grade levels.

• Lead continuous improvement cycles using student data, including ACCESS results and internal assessments.

• Ensure alignment of ELL programming with WIDA standards and state expectations.

• Monitor program effectiveness and adjust strategy to drive measurable gains in language acquisition and academic achievement.

Instructional Leadership & Coaching

• Coach and develop ELL teachers and general education teachers on best practices for supporting multilingual learners.

• Model high-quality instruction and co-teach in classrooms to build teacher capacity.

• Support lesson planning, scaffolding strategies, and differentiation aligned to language proficiency levels.

• Lead professional development sessions focused on second language acquisition, culturally responsive teaching, and instructional strategies.

• Build teacher ownership of multilingual learner outcomes across content areas.

Data, Assessment & Compliance

• Oversee administration of English language proficiency assessments (e.g., ACCESS for ELLs).

• Analyze student performance data to inform instructional decisions and program improvements.

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local requirements for multilingual learners.

• Maintain accurate records of student identification, services, progress monitoring, and reclassification.

• Lead audits and ensure readiness for compliance reviews.

Family & Community Engagement

• Build strong relationships with multilingual families, ensuring clear communication and access to school resources.

• Partner with families to support student language development and academic success.

• Coordinate translation and interpretation services as needed.

• Lead family engagement initiatives that celebrate linguistic and cultural diversity.

Collaboration & School Leadership

• Serve as a key member of the school leadership or academic team.

• Collaborate with school leaders, special populations teams, and content leaders to ensure alignment of supports.

• Partner with MTSS/RTI teams to ensure appropriate interventions for multilingual learners.

• Support recruitment, onboarding, and development of ELL staff.

• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and high-performing school culture.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred (TESOL, Education, or related field)

• Valid Missouri Teaching License with ESOL/ELL certification (or ability to obtain)

• 3+ years of experience working with multilingual learners, with demonstrated student achievement results

• Prior instructional coaching or leadership experience preferred

• Strong knowledge of second language acquisition, WIDA standards, and sheltered instruction strategies

• Experience with compliance and legal requirements for multilingual learners

• Bilingual proficiency strongly preferred

• Satisfactory outcome of a background check

Applicants currently pursuing certification may apply before certification is received. All certifications must be acquired and on file with KIPP KC before the end of the first year of employment.

Skills and Competencies: 

• Commitment to KIPP KC’s mission and values

• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse environment

• Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

• Fosters an inclusive environment for students, staff, and families

• Works effectively with colleagues and stakeholders

• Builds strong relationships within the KIPP KC community

Physical Requirements: 

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. 

• The person in this position needs to be able to move about inside and outside the school or office throughout the workday.

• The candidate is expected to attend conferences, meetings and training sessions both virtually and in person within the Region. 

Work Environment

• Reports to work Monday-Friday.

• Typical school or office environment with frequent interruptions.

Travel Requirements:

• Ability to travel to work location. 

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary is based on years of experience, educational background, and level of expertise.

As a full-time KIPP Kansas City employee, you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Kansas City benefit plans. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits with competitive rates, including medical, dental, and vision options, as well as life insurance, fertility, and disability plans.

KIPP Kansas City is committed to the professional growth and development of our staff. We provide numerous opportunities for advancement, ongoing professional development, and leadership training to help you achieve your career goals.

KIPP Kansas City provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

Selection Process:

Our application process is grounded in equity and fairness, ensuring a just and unbiased selection process. Below is our standard selection process for regional roles:

Selection Process 

Application Submission + Resume Review 

Phone or Video Interview 

If Applicable (Sample work or Performance Task) 

Committee Interview(s) 

1:1 Chat w/Hiring Manager 

Reference Check 

Offer Terms