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Job ID: 5293806

Job Description

This position is an anticipated vacancy. It is expected to be vacant by 08/30/2025. However, the current incumbent has a right to rescind their retirement, leave, or resignation up until the day of the expected vacancy date. Your hire will not be confirmed until the position is vacated, and you may start the year as a Long-Term Substitute if the position does not become vacant by the start of the school year.

DIVISION: Academics

OFFICE: Teaching & Learning

REPORTS TO: Deputy Chief of Teaching and Learning

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Executive Director of Global Learning, reporting to the Deputy Chief of Teaching & Learning, leads the Global Education, International Travel, and World Languages programs for Boston Public Schools. This role promotes equity by expanding access to international experiences and rigorous language instruction rooted in culturally and linguistically sustaining practices. The Executive Director manages the international travel request process, ensuring compliance with Superintendent Circulars, safety policies, and risk management protocols, while supporting schools with logistics, funding, and emergency planning. They also supervise two Program Directors, oversee the K–12 world languages program, implement the State Seal of Biliteracy, and lead curriculum, professional development, and partnerships aligned with state standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

System-wide Leadership

+ Provide vision and policy leadership in global education, world languages, and international travel aligned to the Inclusive Education Plan.

+ Represent the district at city, state, national, and international conferences and gatherings.

+ Support implementation of World Languages HQIM, MassCore-aligned instruction, and global competencies.

+ Collaborate with academic superintendents, school leaders, and partner agencies to create coherent and accessible programming for all BPS students.

+ Lead internal and external communications, grant strategy, and policy development.

Global Education & International Travel

+ Oversee the International Travel Request process, ensuring all proposals comply with Superintendent Circulars.

+ Ensure that no trips are planned, promoted, or paid for without prior approval from the Superintendent.

+ Coordinate risk management training and First Aid/CPR certification for trip leaders.

+ Maintain policy compliance with chaperone ratios (minimum of 2 adults per 7 children), water activities (CAO-27), and experiential travel safety standards.

+ Provide logistical support, guidance, and set up communication while school-led teams are traveling internationally.

+ Support schools in designing inclusive, policy-aligned international travel programs that promote global understanding.

+ Vet international vendors, support incident response, and maintain emergency protocols.

+ Raise funds and manage grants to support student access to global experiences.

+ Expand experiential programming that promotes global competency and multilingualism.

World Languages Oversight

+ Supervise and coach the two Program Directors of World Languages.

+ Implement and manage a standards-based K–12 world languages program aligned with the MA 2021 World Languages Framework and ACTFL standards.

+ Oversee curriculum design, material selection, and instructional quality from Level 1 to Level 4 across languages.

+ Lead PD design and implementation, teacher coaching, and performance evaluation guidance.

+ Develop and manage the world languages budget and pursue grant opportunities.

+ Represent BPS at language education conferences (e.g., ACTFL, MAFLA).

+ Implement the Massachusetts State Seal of Biliteracy and conduct data-driven research to inform best practices.

+ Collaborate with DESE and other districts on heritage language frameworks and program expansion.

QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED:

+ Master’s degree in education, world languages, international education, or a related field

+ Minimum 3 years of central office or system-level leadership experience in an urban setting

+ Minimum 5 years of K–12 classroom teaching experience in world languages or global education

+ Massachusetts Assistant Superintendent/Superintendent or Supervisor/Director license

+ Licensure or proven experience supporting MLs and/or students with disabilities

+ Strong understanding of the 2021 MA World Languages Curriculum Framework and ACTFL Standards

+ Experience with adult learning, instructional leadership, and culturally responsive practices

+ Demonstrated success supervising staff, managing programs, and coordinating across departments

+ Strong communication, data analysis, grant writing, and project management skills

+ Current authorization to work in the United States

QUALIFICATIONS - PREFERRED:

+ Doctoral degree

+ Fluency in one or more of BPS's official languages (Spanish, Haitian Creole, Cape Verdean Creole, Vietnamese, Chinese, Portuguese, Somali)

+ Experience implementing the Seal of Biliteracy and heritage language programs

+ Experience developing and evaluating integrated performance-based assessments

+ Experience managing international programs and/or school-based global travel

+ Familiarity with Boston’s neighborhoods and the BPS student population

COMPENSATION RANGE: Managerial, D71

The Boston Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics, natural or protective hairstyle, military status, immigration status, English language proficiency, or any other factor prohibited by law in its programs and activities. BPS does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to work or learn. If you require an accommodation pursuant to the ADA for the application process, please contact the Accommodations Unit at [email protected].

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