Director of Federal Programs

REVISED 3/2026

ST. CHARLES PARISH PUBLIC SCHOOLS JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: DIRECTOR OF FEDERAL PROGRAMS

QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum-Master's Degree; Type A Louisiana certificate with endorsement as City or Parish Supervisor; at least five (5) years successful teaching and/or administrative supervisory experience.

REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment

SUPERVISES: Title l Staff

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

1.0 ADMINISTRATION

1.1 Coordinates, articulates, writes, and submits the ESEA consolidated application and makes all revisions and amendments to these projects.

1.2 Coordinates the activities and ensures compliance with federal and state laws of all components of the ESEA Title I projects: reading, mathematics, parent engagement, auxiliary services, intergroup relations, staff development, as well as Titles II, III, IV and other funding sources.

1.3 Prepares and submits necessary reports concerning Title I, II, III, and IV to the Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment, and other appropriate audiences.

1.4 Co-chairs the system-based team for Parent and Community Involvement and Communication.

1.5 Coordinates and supports the implementation and English as a Second Language (ESL) programs.

1.6 Monitor proper identification, placement, and reclassification of ELL students.

1.7 Supports, directs, and communicates educationally sound modifications in ELL programs.

1.8 Analyzes ELL structures and supports to assure alignment with grade-level standards, benchmarks, and requirements.

1.9 Plans and monitors the budget for Title III.

1.10 Plans and promotes program transition and articulation activities with other levels of the school system.

1.11 Maintains data and record keeping as necessary.

1.12 Promotes and supports communications with multilingual families.

1.13 Ensures language access (translation/interpretation services)

2.0 EVALUATION

2.1 Assists in the development, monitoring and evaluation of the ELL curricular, instructional and assessment program.

REVISED 3/2026

2.2 Provides principals with feedback on effective implementation and areas of improvement for ELL programs.

2.3 Lead and support the implementation of ELL Connectors to strengthen alignment between language acquisition and academic instruction across content areas.

2.4 Lead the analysis of ELPT, state assessment, and benchmark data to monitor English learner progress, inform instruction, and ensure program effectiveness and compliance with Title III and ESSA requirements

2.5 Participates in curriculum support observations to ensure equity and access to grade-level content.

2.6 Serves as a technical advisor to principals in monitoring programs that support English learners, including language acquisition, curriculum alignment, instructional practices, and assessment.

3.0 STAFF DEVELOPMENT

3.1 Coordinates professional development for Pre-K-12 teachers to support English learners, ensuring alignment with Title III requirements and best practices for language acquisition.

3.2 Assists Human Resources in the recruiting, interviewing, screening, and scheduling of personnel.

3.3 Develops a professional growth plan related to job responsibilities.

3.4 Participates in professional workshops and conferences related to job assignment.

3.5 Identifies research and resources to be used at the district and school level and disseminates this information to appropriate staff.

3.6 Informs principals, teachers, and staff about current trends and best practices in language acquisition and instructional strategies that support English learners, aligned with the Science of Learning for multilingual learners, and disseminates relevant professional resources to appropriate staff.

3.7 Coordinates with grade-level specialists to develop and deliver staff development/professional learning sessions aligned with grade-level student standards as applicable.

4.0 SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS

4.1 Communicates grant and ELL programs expectations to principals, teachers, parents and community members.

4.2 Initiates and maintains effective liaison with business vendors, school districts, and independent schools in order to remain current on developments in English language acquisition and instructional strategies for English learners.

5.0 PROFESSIONAL ENGAGEMENT

5.1 Consistently demonstrates customer excellence standards.

5.2 Promotes and supports a culture of inclusion, diversity, dignity, and fairness for all stakeholders.

5.3 Minimizes bias in self and others and accepts responsibility for his/her own actions.

5.4 Develops and maintains a safe and caring environment for all of our customers.

5.5 Accepts and recognizes the value of the contribution of others. REVISED 3/2026

5.6 Treats all stakeholders in a respectful and helpful manner.

5.7 Uses verbal and non-verbal communication in a manner respectful of others.

5.8 Displays confident posture and maintains self-control.

5.9 Uses active listening skills.

5.10 Demonstrates positive support through actions and words as an ambassador of the schools and district.

5.11 Writes and speaks clearly and concisely so that the message is understood.

5.12 Maintains communication with immediate supervisor, keeping him/her informed of problems, concerns, and significant developments.

5.13 Accepts and uses constructive feedback.

5.14 Demonstrates skill in giving and receiving feedback.

5.15 Develops leadership and responsibility in colleagues and students if applicable.

5.16 Makes wise and appropriate decisions after identifying and analyzing relevant information.

5.17 Identifies problems and issues and works collaboratively to contribute ideas and find solutions.

5.18 Uses proper administrative procedures for making requests and resolving conflicts.

5.19 Cooperates with building and district staff in planning and evaluation.

5.20 Attends and constructively participates in meetings and professional development activities.

5.21 Dresses for success according to job responsibilities.

5.22 Follows directives as assigned by supervisor.

5.23 Cooperates with administration in the performance of additional duties.

5.24 Completes tasks, reports, and document accurately according to specified timelines and expectations.

5.25 Adheres to district guidelines relative to attendance. Regularly reports to work on time and works additional hours when deemed necessary.

5.26 Adheres to ethical, legal and professional standards.

5.27 Refrains from revealing confidential information.

5.28 Adheres to laws, Board Policies and Procedures, administrative rules, practices, and guidelines and applies all fairly, consistently, wisely, and compassionately.

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My signature indicates that I have been informed that the evaluation of my job performance is controlled by the St. Charles Parish Personnel Evaluation Plan and that a copy has been made available for my signature.

Signature Date