ARABIC BILINGUAL PROGRAMS CURRICULUM DEVELOPER 0.5 FTE 2025

Job Description: POSITION OBJECTIVE: The role of the Arabic Bilingual Programs Curriculum Developer is to provide support and facilitate development of instructional materials aligned to State Standards for adoption and implementation in classrooms in BSD. Additionally, the role will focus on development and implementation of high-quality professional development for Arabic bilingual program teachers that will enable them to support student learning aligned with the BSD Framework for Teaching and the K-5 Literacy Framework.COMMITMENT TO EQUITY: The Bellevue School District is committed to a diverse workforce representative of our students, one that embraces and models cultural competency as an international community.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

• Plan and facilitate professional development for school-based instructional technology curriculum leaders and teachers to support Arabic Bilingual Instruction on topics such as language acquisition, culturally and linguistically responsive education, data analysis, WIDA, UDL and standards-based instruction.
• Develop budget for the Arabic Bilingual Program
• Complete state reports, as required
• Facilitate curriculum development, improvement, and adoptions in Arabic Bilingual Programs
• Work directly with teachers in supporting them to e?ectively implement the district strategic

Plan

• Co-planning and co-teaching with classroom teachers
• Create, Adapt, and Align common curriculum and common assessments in Arabic Language Arts
• Research and remain abreast of curriculum/technology issues, programs and needs, and of

state and national curricular trends

• Assist with the development and implementation of curriculum/technology resources and other

appropriate accommodations that address special needs students (Advanced Learning, MLL,
students with IEP’s)

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

• Reports directly to and is supervised by Director of P-12 Multilingual Programs.
• Supervises program staff as delineated by Director of P-12 Multilingual Programs.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (positions in this class typically require):Required:

• Minimum of three years teaching experience, preferably with a variety of elementary content

and Arabic course expertise.

• Instructional/ Professional fluency in Arabic
• Experience in adapting and developing curriculum for multilingual learners in a bilingual program setting

Preferred:

• Bilingual or multilingual
• Graduate degree in language, multilingual education, and/or educational leadership

Allowable Substitutions:

• Experience may be substituted depending upon other qualifications.

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS (positions in this class typically require):

• Possess or qualify for immediate issuance of a valid Washington State teaching certificate.
• Possess or qualify for immediate issuance of a Bilingual Education, ELL and WL Arabic, or equivalent endorsement

KNOWLEDGE (position requirements at entry):

• Expertise in Arabic language and literacy development, bilingual programs,

technology and high-quality instruction

• Understanding of e?ective practices for bilingual programs and language

acquisition.

• Best practices for supporting bilingual programs teachers, bilingual students, and

students with disabilities in the bilingual program setting.

• Language acquisition and how it a?ects learning. Working knowledge and e?ective instructional

strategies for multilingual learners.

• Thorough knowledge of the web-based Bellevue School District curriculum
• Eagerness to learn new technology
• Demonstrates an understanding of systematic approaches to support student achievement.
• Culturally and linguistically responsive teaching, Universal Design for Learning and best

practices in providing meaningful access to grade level and above teaching and learning.

• Best practices in adult learning and professional development. E?ective observation, coaching

and /or mentoring techniques.SKILLS (position requirements at entry):

• Ability to work successfully in partnerships with parents and the community, including diverse

cultures, families, and languages.

• Possesses the ability to work collaboratively with parents, school, and district sta? to support

the needs of students as delineated in program scope.

• Demonstrates an ability to utilize various analytical techniques to determine program needs

and outcomes.

• Demonstrates e?ective oral and written communication skills in English and Arabic as

required to work with a community rich in diversity.

• Possesses the ability to plan and implement programs or initiatives.
• Demonstrates the ability to e?ectively manage budgets and resources.
• Possesses skills that lead to e?ective work within a team environment, including

interdependency and focus on shared goals and vision.

• Demonstrates multicultural sensitivity with the ability to e?ectively and collaboratively work

with diverse populations.

• Ability to perform all duties in accordance with all applicable Board policies and district and

legal requirements.

• Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time.Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: $ 73,990 to $ 138,754 annual salary (based on the negotiated collective bargaining agreement ). Certificated staff work the school year contract with placement on the District and BEA bargaining agreement salary schedule. Placement on the schedule is determined by training and experience.Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life-insurance eligibility is based upon .45 FTE. Retirement provided through Washington State Department of Retirement Systems.NOTE: The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.Verification of identity and United States work authorization must be completed. The successful candidate for this position must be fingerprinted. Employment is contingent upon clearance by Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation.Bellevue School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:Civil Rights, Racial Discrimination, and Gender Expression or Identity Discrimination:
Civil Rights/Nondiscrimination Compliance Coordinator Nancy Pham, (425) 456-4040 or phamn@bsd405.orgSex-based Discrimination, including Sexual Harassment:
Title IX Coordinator: Jeff Lowell, (425) 456-4010 or lowellj@bsd405.orgDisability Discrimination:
Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Kerince Bowen, (425) 456-4156 or bowenk@bsd405.orgMailing address for all three: 12111 NE 1st Street, Bellevue, WA 98005.

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