Multilingual Program Coordinator

The Role
The Multilingual Program Coordinator (MLPC) at Acceleration Academies serves as both a Content Coach and program coordinator for multilingual learners. This dual role combines direct instruction with specialized program management to ensure our Graduation Candidates (GCs) who are Multilingual Learners (MLs) receive appropriate support, assessment, and instructional accommodations in accordance with state and federal requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Enrollment

Support new GC enrollment through recruitment and engagement efforts

Assist with the development of Personalized Learning Plans for GCs

Create a welcoming environment for MLs and their families

Academics

Plan and deliver content area instruction in individual and group settings

If certified in a content area, may be asked to serve as the teacher of record to address high school graduation requirements for students

Monitor GC progress toward course completion and content mastery

Conduct formative and summative assessments to gauge GC academic progress

Demonstrate skills in analyzing and using data for instructional decision-making

Apply knowledge of IEP, ESE, and ELL accommodations

Document assistance with annual goals, short-term objectives, benchmarks

Participate in appropriate meetings for ML students

Provide remediation and enrichment opportunities for individual and groups of GCs

Participate in the development and success of GC data meetings, Professional Development workshops, and other school/community events

Advocacy

Work closely with the GC support team to develop learning pathways, behavior, and transition plans

Develop incentives to improve GC academic achievement

Participate in academy meetings and other community events

Perform other related duties as assigned

ML Program Management

Complete all required WIDA training modules and certifications annually

Maintain WIDA Secure Portal access and complete the annual Non-Disclosure User Agreement

Coordinate WIDA AMS (DRC) access for staff who complete required training

ML Student Identification and Support

Process Enrollment Surveys to identify potential ML students

Screen potential ML students using South Carolina-approved English Language Proficiency (ELP) assessments

Complete screening within the required timeframes:

30 calendar days of enrollment at the start of the school year

14 calendar days for students who enroll after the start of the school year

Enter student screener scores in Ellevation

Create parent notification letters in the MLP platform

Enter the required 30-day parent notification date in PowerSchool

Documentation and Compliance

Create and maintain Individualized Language Acquisition Plans (ILAPs) for all ML students

Update the MLP tab in PowerSchool with accurate information including:

English Language Proficiency codes

Program Service Delivery Models

First Record of MLP Services date

Parent notification dates

Obtain and document all stakeholders' signatures for ILAPs

Process parent waivers when applicable while ensuring students still participate in required assessments

Coordinate the annual ACCESS for ELLs and ALT ACCESS for ELLs assessments

Family and Community Engagement

Maintain communication with ML families in their preferred language

Provide resources to ML families and ensure they understand their rights

Coordinate translation and interpretation services as needed

What We’re Looking For
Education: Bachelor’s degree required, Master's preferred
Licensure: A South Carolina teaching certification with an ESOL endorsement (REQUIRED)
Experience: 2+ years of teaching experience (high school preferred)
Skills: Strong communication, time management, instructional planning, and collaboration skills
Passion: A deep commitment to helping at-risk youth succeed academically and personally

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in non-traditional or at-risk youth settings
• Bilingual (Spanish preferred)
• Familiarity with behavior intervention strategies and alternative education models
• Experience with competency-based learning, instructional coaching, or project-based education
• Strong comfort with educational technology tools and platforms

Why Join Us?
Being part of Acceleration Academies means joining a team that’s dedicated to transforming student outcomes. Here, you’ll directly impact students’ lives, championing their growth, resilience, and path to graduation.

We Value Our Team’s Well-being
We prioritize the holistic well-being of our team members and their families through comprehensive total rewards:

We Value Our Team’s Well-being
We prioritize the holistic well-being of our team members and their families through comprehensive benefits:
Competitive Compensation: starts at $60,000
Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with up to a 4% company match to help secure your future.
Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Company Paid Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident insurance options are available to protect you and your loved ones.
Flexible Paid Time Off: Encouraging a healthy work-life balance through adaptable FTO.
Wellness Support: Employer-paid financial wellness programs and access to mental health resources.
Employee Referral Incentives: Rewarding you for helping us build a talented team.
Professional Development: Certification reimbursement programs to invest in your growth.
Bonus Opportunities: Celebrating milestones and achievements with performance-based bonuses.

Physical & Work Environment

• Regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and use hands
• Occasionally lift up to 20 pounds
• Work in a collaborative classroom or office setting and may involve exposure to outdoor weather during events
• Occasional travel between nearby academy sites may be required to support student needs or operational coverage

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact and shaping the future of education, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in redefining what’s possible for students everywhere.

Third-Party Agency & Recruiter Notice for Acceleration Academies
Agencies presenting candidates must have an active, nonexpired Master Services Agreement and be formally engaged by an Acceleration Academies Recruiter. Resumes submitted outside these terms will be considered the property of Acceleration Academies.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Acceleration Academies is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

All roles at Acceleration Academies include core responsibilities that are fundamental to student success and overall academy operations. Applicants should carefully review the job description to ensure they can meet these requirements. Essential duties typically include:

• Consistent, reliable attendance during scheduled work hours

• On-site presence (for roles designated as in-person/onsite)

• Management of assigned workload and productivity expectations

• Ability to perform job functions in an open, student-centered workspace

If you believe you may need a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the role, Acceleration Academies will engage in an interactive process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Please note that accommodations cannot remove essential job functions or fundamentally alter the nature of the role.