Director of Achievement Equity and Multilingual Learner Programming

Accessibility Compliant Edina Public Schools | 1 Director of Achievement Equity and Multilingual Learner Programming Department: Achievement Equity and Multilingual Learners Immediate Supervisor: Superintendent FLSA Status: Exempt Position Summary With the focus to support and advance the Edina Public Schools' mission, vision and core values, the Director of Achievement Equity and Multilingual Learner Programming provides strategic leadership and expertise to advance district efforts that ensure equitable access, meaningful opportunities, and improved outcomes for historically underserved students. The Director leads and supports district-wide efforts to develop a culturally proficient school system (CPSS) and oversees the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of multilingual learner programming and key equity-focused initiatives. Responsibilities include leadership of the district's Achievement and Integration Plan, Language Instruction Educational Program (LEIP), Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID), and American Indian Education Programs. The Director also advances district-wide initiatives that foster student and family engagement, equity, inclusion, belonging, and culturally responsive practices, while building the capacity of staff and systems to address opportunity and achievement gaps. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Leadership and Oversight of Culturally Proficient School Systems (CPSS) and Achievement Equity.

• Partners with district and school leaders to improve student achievement and close achievement gaps across student populations; analyzes student and school data and collaborates with principals to develop, implement, and monitor action plans.
• Leads and manages district initiatives and programs designed to eliminate achievement gaps and improve outcomes for historically underserved students.

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• Creates collaborative structures with district and school leaders to build a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that fosters a sense of belonging within the district.
• Provides leadership for the district's multilingual learner program to ensure learners are successful both academically and socially while maintaining a sense of identity and pride.
• Oversees the district's Achievement and Integration, Language Instruction Educational Program (LEIP), Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID), and American Indian Education Programs, including program development and implementation, federal and state compliance and reporting, grant development and funding, and data collection and analysis.
• Partners with district and school leaders to examine and improve practices related to attendance, behavior and discipline, academic achievement, and course completion to reduce disparities and disproportionate outcomes among underserved student populations.
• Partners with the district's Assistant Superintendent and Director of Teaching and Learning in the development and implementation of learning opportunities that support the district and school building continuous improvement plans.
• Works with school leaders and the Director of Student Support Services to reduce the use of formal and informal exclusionary practices and to develop non-exclusionary discipline practices that prioritize student connection, accountability, skill-building, restoration, and continued access to instruction.
• Develops and monitors annual budgets, staffing allocations, and capital needs to support the district's achievement equity, inclusion and belonging efforts.
• Prepares, analyzes, and presents a variety of data to guide district decisions on equity, inclusion, and belonging, and fulfills reporting requests for a variety of organizations and governmental agencies.
• Partners with the district's Human Resources team to recruit, retain, and support a diverse workforce, with a focus on attracting and retaining faculty and staff that reflect the lived experiences of the student body.
• Acquires and manages grant-funded projects related to equity, inclusion and belonging.
• Provides leadership and guidance for the district's Affinity Groups.

Accessibility Compliant Edina Public Schools | 3 Community Engagement, Equity and Belonging

• Provides leadership and fosters strong relationships between the school district and community to advance culturally proficient school systems (CPSS), and equity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to strengthen and expand family and community engagement through leadership and oversight of the CPSS Community Advisory Committee.
• Plans, convenes, and leads ongoing community connections to build culturally proficient school system practices. Staff Supervision, Coaching, and Development
• Recruits, hires, supervises, develops, and evaluates the district's staff serving in equity and inclusion roles and other staff as assigned.
• Partners with building administrators to provide indirect support of multilingual and AVID faculty and support staff. Grow Your Own Programs
• Oversees the district's Grow Your Own Emerging Teachers program to recruit, develop, and retain an educator workforce that mirrors the lived experiences of the district's students by creating pathways for individuals to become licensed teachers.
• Assists participants to navigate program requirements, connect with resources and professional learning, and foster a strong sense of belonging and support throughout their transition into the teaching profession. Professional Development to Increase Achievement and Belonging for Each and Every Student
• Provides staff coaching and leadership to help ensure educational equity and effective support for students in all district's schools and programs.
• Works with district administration to plan, implement, and support ongoing professional development for faculty and staff.
• Partners with educational and professional organizations to provide opportunities for professional learning and student support.

Accessibility Compliant Edina Public Schools | 4 Performs other duties of a comparable level or type, as required.

• Provides professional expertise and assistance to individuals, other district staff and the community concerning areas of expertise and knowledge.
• Attends training sessions, conferences, seminars, district, and departmental meetings.
• Keeps abreast of changing developments, trends, and technologies.
• Attends work regularly and punctually. Essential Skills Required to Perform Position Duties
• Building effective, collaborative relationships with administration, school board, employees, community, and governmental agencies.
• Recognizing and coaching high-quality instructional delivery for multi-lingual learners.
• Exhibiting a deep understanding of intercultural development framework(s) and the ability to apply in the educational context.
• Engaging in cross-governmental agency collaboration related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Demonstrating the ability to successfully navigate complex socio-political contexts and situations.
• Planning, organizing, and overseeing community relations projects and events.
• Prioritizing, organizing, and managing time and project activities.
• Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; presenting complex concepts in an understandable and appropriate manner.
• Using judgment and discretion in handling issues in accordance with the policies and procedures of the district.
• Establishing and maintaining professional and courteous working relationships with staff, colleagues, students, parents, and the community. Minimum Work Requirements Education/Experience Requirements Master's degree and a minimum of five (5) years of related experience are required. License/Certification Requirements A Minnesota administrative licensure is required. An English language learner teaching license is preferred.

Accessibility Compliant Edina Public Schools | 5 Supervision Requirements Title of Position Directly Supervised Number of Employees American Indian Program Coordinator 1.0 Cultural Liaison 4.2 Department Specialist, Classification A 0.5 Grow Your Own Program Coordinator 0.2 Multilingual Coordinator and District Coach 1.0 Total 6.9 Physical Position Requirements Hazardous Working Conditions Duties are performed in a typical school/office setting where there are minimal environmental hazards and risks associated with performing the requirements of the job. Employee(s) may be exposed to disagreeable conditions involving human contact. Work Environment Duties involve performing assignments in typical indoor conditions. Physical Activities Activity Time Spent Stand Occasionally (1-33%) Walk Occasionally (1-33%) Sit Frequently (34-67%) Use hands to finger, handle, or feel Frequently (34-67%) Reach with hands and arms Occasionally (1-33%) Climb or balance None (0%) Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl None (0%) Talk or hear Continuously (68-100%) Taste or smell None (0%) Lift, Carry, Exert Up to 10 pounds Occasionally (1-33%)

Accessibility Compliant Edina Public Schools | 6 Lift, Carry, Exert Up to 25 pounds Occasionally (1-33%) Lift, Carry, Exert Up to 50 pounds None (0%) Lift, Carry, Exert Up to 100 pounds None (0%)

Classification History Job description revised by ISD 273 Human Resources in September 2026.