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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for director multilingual learners in the United States is $116,501.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,500.00 and $136,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Director of Multilingual Learners oversees programs and services for students who are learning English as an additional language. They develop, implement, and evaluate instructional strategies to ensure multilingual students succeed academically. This role involves collaborating with teachers, administrators, and families to support language development and cultural inclusion. The director often manages staff, sets program goals, and ensures compliance with federal and state regulations regarding English language learners.

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To thrive as a Director of Multilingual Learners, you need expertise in language acquisition, curriculum development, and educational leadership, typically supported by an advanced degree in education or TESOL and relevant administrative certification. Familiarity with student information systems, language assessment tools, and compliance platforms is essential. Outstanding communication, cultural competency, and team leadership skills set exceptional candidates apart. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring equitable educational opportunities, effective program management, and the success of multilingual learner initiatives.

How does the director of multilingual learners typically collaborate with teachers and administrators to support student outcomes?

The Director of Multilingual Learners works closely with teachers, instructional coaches, and school administrators to develop and implement effective instructional strategies for students learning English as an additional language. This often involves leading professional development sessions, providing guidance on curriculum adaptations, and analyzing student performance data to identify areas for improvement. Collaboration is key, as the Director frequently consults with classroom teachers to ensure that language support is integrated into daily lessons and coordinates with administrators to align program goals with district-wide initiatives. This collaborative approach helps foster an inclusive environment where multilingual students can thrive academically.

What is the difference between Director Multilingual Learners vs ESL Program Coordinator?

AspectDirector Multilingual LearnersESL Program Coordinator
CredentialsMaster's degree in education or related field, ESL or multilingual certificationBachelor's or master's degree, ESL certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentDistrict or school administration, overseeing multiple programsSchool-based, focusing on ESL program implementation
Employer & IndustrySchool districts, education departmentsSchools, language programs, educational institutions

The main difference is that the Director Multilingual Learners oversees district-wide multilingual programs and policy, while the ESL Program Coordinator manages day-to-day ESL classroom activities and program implementation at the school level. The director has broader administrative responsibilities, whereas the coordinator focuses on program delivery.

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Executive Director of Multilingual Learners - Multilingual Learner Program

Suwanee, GA • On-site

Gwinnett County Public Schools
Education • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

Gwinnett County Public Schools rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

202nd of 645 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Position Type:
Executive Officers/Exec Dir Multilingual Learners
Date Posted:
8/31/2026
Location:
Instructional Support Center
Date Available:
09/28/2026Job Code:Exec Dir Multilingual Learners - 020407Standard Hours:40Department:Multilingual Learner Program - 221113Empl Class:NA
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY
Direct the development, revision, implementation, and continuous quality improvement of instructional programs
for English Learners in specialized and regular classrooms, supervising student support services for Multilingual
Learners, and supporting effective district communication with limited English proficient families and culturally
diverse stakeholders.
Job Qualifications:
License and Certifications:
  • Must hold or be eligible for a valid Georgia Educator's Certificate in Educational
    Leadership and/or Support Personnel License issued by the Georgia
    Professional Standards Commission (Required)
  • ESOL endorsement or ESOL P-12 (Preferred)

Education:
  • Master's Degree in related field (Required)
  • Specialist's Degree in related field (Preferred)
  • Doctoral Degree in related field (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Ability to develop, lead, and supervise a K-12 Multilingual Learners Program
    instructional and assessment program to achieve the district's goals, mission,
    and vision
  • Ability to plan a comprehensive and integrated professional development
    program for Multilingual Learners Program which supports the direction of the
    district
  • Strong knowledge of appropriate local, state, and federal laws, rules and
    regulations and their application to the program area
  • Ability to manage state and federal grants programmatically and fiscally
  • Ability to coordinate Multilingual Learners Program with other curricular and
    instructional programs
  • Ability to lead others in pursuit of district's goals, mission, and vision as related
    to curriculum and instruction
  • Ability to project and generate positive attitudes
  • Ability to work successfully with colleagues, teachers, and community members
  • Bilingual ability preferred
  • Deep knowledge of best practices for Dual Language programming
  • Experience leading a dual language school
  • Experience providing professional development for teachers of multilingual
    learners
  • Proven track record of improving achievement for multilingual learners

Work Experience:
  • 5 years of successful teaching experience with two years in an instructional leadership role (Required)
  • 2 years instructional and leadership experience in the area of Multilingual Learners and local school administrative experience (Preferred)

Essential Job Duties:
  • Essential Function:
    • Develop and implement effective specialized program(s) for schools and students.
    • Assist schools in developing school-wide plans to include English Learners in attaining high academic
      goals consistent with the goals and objectives of the district.
    • Develop strategies to promote collaboration between ESOL classrooms and regular classrooms for
      English Learners' success, grades K-12.
  • Provide effective professional development:
    • Coordinate the provision of training and technical assistance requested by schools in the areas of needs
      assessment, program planning, professional learning, parental engagement, etc.
    • Direct ESOL endorsement program.
    • Coordinate professional learning opportunities for teachers and leaders based on best practice.
    • Coordinate with the other content areas and program areas for the delivery of pedagogical training
      specific to the content/program areas.
  • Collaborate with other divisions and departments to improve teaching and learning.
    • Work with information management including appropriate Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) coding and
      collection of achievement data for language minority students on the state data report.
    • Oversee the development of assessment procedures consistent with high-quality teaching and learning.
    • Oversee the coordination of language instruction to address content area skills for students and plan
      staff development with content areas of language arts, math, science, social studies, technology
      education, gifted, Title I, etc.
    • Oversee the development of improvement plans which address needs of English Learners with particular
      focus on those within Title.
  • Provide the strategic direction for the Multilingual Learner Program Office.
    • Hire, supervise, and evaluate staff who provide support to schools in the implementation of the ESOL
      program.
    • Provide direction in the data management requirements for the program.
    • Coordinate with local schools and various district divisions to ensure quality data in Student Information
      Systems (SIS).
    • Ensure ESOL teachers have the information and resources to record data accurately.
    • Manage related grant programs.
    • Oversee the appropriate identification and service to language minority students with special needs and
      communicating with their families.
    • Ensure appropriate ESOL staffing is consistent with student needs.
    • Oversee the delivery of the ESOL endorsement sequence and other staff development.
  • Communicate district, department, and program direction.
    • Update and maintain the online ESOL handbook database to reflect changes in law, rules, system
      procedures, and best instructional practices.
    • Communicate information accurately in staff development and through all correspondence.
    • Communicate district direction to the parents of linguistically diverse students through documents made
      available in the language bank.
    • Serve as the liaison to external audiences and partners regarding education of English Learners.
  • Develop and manage the program areas annual operating budget in a fiscally responsible manner that supports
    the initiatives, priorities, and goals of the department, division, and district.
    • Prepare budgetary requests and recommendations for the Multilingual Learner Program for annual
      budget development.
    • Manage the budget for the Multilingual Learners Program.
  • Essential Function:
    • Direct the continuous improvement efforts for all departmental processes.
    • Conduct multiple projects concurrently, both independently and as a member of a collaborative team.
    • Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical and Environmental Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time.
The employee is also required to talk, hear, stand, and walk. The employee may be required to use hands to
touch, handle, feel, and/or reach. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The
employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job
include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee is
required to operate a motor vehicle in performance of duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

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