Multilingual Learner; MLL Program Coordinator

Roger Williams University Job Posting:
Multilingual Learner (MLL) Program Coordinator

At Roger Williams University, students are prepared to be thinkers and doers ready to solve challenging problems with innovative solutions. RWU offers 50 majors and robust offerings of graduate and professional programs across eight schools of study including Rhode Island's only law school, with campuses on the coast of Bristol and in the heart of Providence, R.I. With small classrooms and a focus on undergraduate and graduate research and community engagement, a Roger Williams education blends the strength of liberal arts and professional studies, providing all students with the depth and breadth of interdisciplinary thinking and well‑rounded knowledge necessary to succeed in our interconnected, global world.

RWU is committed to strengthening society through engaged scholarship so that students graduate with the ability to think critically and apply the practical skills that today's employers demand.

Roger Williams University seeks to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. We value all races, genders, identities, and abilities. RWU is committed to creating a thriving community that encourages lifelong learning, professional development, and academic innovation.

Reporting to the Dean, Extension School, the Multilingual Learner (MLL) Program Coordinator is responsible for performing a wide variety of administrative and programmatic duties in support of the development and maintenance of a coherent and effective curriculum. The Program Coordinator provides instructional oversight and coordination of Learning Guides, including supervision of the MLL Learning Guides, as well as operational management of program activities and resources.

• Maintain program approval with the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) and attend RIDE education meetings.
• Conduct regular and special program meetings as required, including school district meetings, quarterly Learning Guide meetings, and annual stakeholder meetings.
• Identify and cultivate new and emerging school district and community partnerships.
• Serve as a primary liaison between the program, school districts, and external partners.

• Review and update the MLL Endorsement program to ensure compliance with new and ongoing RIDE MLL Endorsement requirements, including applicable regulations, standards, and reporting obligations.
• Collaborate with the Instructional Designer to ensure curriculum structure, assessments, and instructional materials align with RIDE expectations.
• Oversee assessment activities, including formative and summative assessments, exit interviews, and evaluation of candidates' final portfolios.
• Monitor candidates' progress toward competency attainment; identify candidates in need of support and develop, implement, and monitor Professional Improvement Plans as needed.
• Use assessment data and program evaluation findings to identify areas for improvement and ensure continuous alignment with instructional standards, professional competencies, and workforce needs.

• Lead student recruitment and admissions for the MLL Endorsement program, including application review, admissions decisions, onboarding of accepted candidates, and collaboration with Extension School recruiters and district partners to meet enrollment targets.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for students, overseeing Conditional Acceptance processes, Performance Improvement Plans, licensure‑related recommendations, and ongoing guidance related to program requirements, expectations, and progression.

• Provide instructional leadership and oversight by supervising and approving program schedules and instructional assignments; serving as a primary point of contact for Learning Guides, Instructional Designers, and instructional staff; and leading regular Learning Guide meetings to ensure instructional alignment, quality assurance, and program compliance.
• Promote and evaluate effective teaching practices,…