Position Title

World Languages District Chairperson

Required Application Type

Teacher / Admin

Salary/Pay Scale

Per Union Contract

Job Description

The Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District is seeking a dynamic World Language District Chairperson to provide instructional leadership for the World Languages departments at both the middle school and high school levels. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with administrators and faculty to support curriculum development, ensure alignment with New York State standards, and promote high-quality instruction across all World Language courses. This position requires a strong background in World Language education, demonstrated leadership skills, and a commitment to supporting teachers and fostering student engagement and achievement.

 

General Duties and Responsibilities:

• Extensive knowledge of best practices in world language instruction (Spanish, French, Italian, and Mandarin), especially in the communicative approach.
• Implements the systems of evaluation and supervision of instruction developed by the District (APPR). This includes, but isn’t limited to observation, report preparation, conferencing, assisting and providing instructional leadership.
• Provides professional development for instructional improvement based on current research, trends in world languages
• Provides leadership in developing and carrying out co-curricular and extracurricular world language activities (i.e. Honor Society and Seal of Bi-Literacy).
• Recommends new or additional materials of instruction, technology, textbooks, equipment and supplies for the department.
• Recommends to the Principal or his/her designee individual teaching assignments for the members of the department.
• Interviews candidates for departmental positions in accordance with District recruitment process.
• Works with administration and/or faculty in developing long-range goals and plans for the department.
• Assists counselors and teachers in addressing individual needs of students.
• Collaborates with other department chairpersons to maintain consistency with the program.
• Oversees and coordinates classroom testing and New York State assessment procedures.

Job Qualifications

Requirements:

• Appropriate NYS Certification required
  • Any World Language (7-12) and,
  • SAS and SDA, or
  • SBL and SDL, or
  • AC (New Administrator Certificate)

 

This is a 10-month position, plus 8 days in the summer. 

 

We are proud of the achievements of our students, the dedication and professionalism of our staff, and the commitment of our community. We thank you for your interest in the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for education, we encourage you to apply for this position.

The Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sex, sexual orientation or gender (including gender identity or expression.)

Job Category

Administrator

Job Location

District Wide

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