English Language (EL) Coordinator

Job Type Full-time Description At Freedom Academy, we believe every student deserves to feel known, supported, encouraged, and fully equipped to succeed academically and personally. We believe language should never become a barrier to student confidence, opportunity, belonging, or achievement. We are committed to helping students grow in both academic ability and communication skills while partnering closely with families to ensure every learner receives meaningful support. We are building a school culture rooted in Integrity, Honor, and Leadership - where students are challenged academically, developed relationally, and supported by adults who genuinely care about their success. We are currently seeking a compassionate, organized, and student-centered English Language (EL) Coordinator to lead and support our English Learner program. This role is far more than compliance or testing coordination. The EL Coordinator plays an important role in helping students build confidence, strengthen language development, and succeed within the classroom while also ensuring the school maintains strong systems, communication, documentation, and family partnership. The ideal candidate is relational, detail-oriented, collaborative, and passionate about helping multilingual learners thrive academically and socially. If you love supporting students, partnering with families, collaborating with teachers, and helping build systems that strengthen student success - we would love to meet you. What Makes Freedom Different Freedom Academy is a K-8 charter school committed to:Defending childhoodReclaiming academic excellenceRestoring parental trust in education We believe students thrive in environments that are both structured and relational. Our goal is to create a campus that feels joyful, safe, encouraging, and deeply human - not cold, chaotic, or institutional. Our classrooms prioritize strong academics, healthy childhood development, character formation, and meaningful partnership with families. Our team genuinely cares about one another. We laugh together, problem-solve together, support one another through challenges, and work hard to create a school environment where both students and staff can flourish. Our Commitment to Families At Freedom Academy, we believe strong schools are built through strong partnerships with parents. We are committed to creating a learning environment that prioritizes academic excellence, student safety, character development, healthy childhood experiences, and transparent communication with families. Applicants are encouraged to review our Freedom Academy Pledge to Parents to better understand our school culture, values, and educational philosophy: Freedom Academy Pledge to Parents We believe clarity builds trust, and we are committed to ensuring strong alignment between our team, our mission, and the families we serve. What You'll Help Lead & Support As the English Language (EL) Coordinator, you will help:Coordinate and support the school's English Learner programSupport multilingual students in their academic and language developmentMonitor student progress and maintain required EL documentation and recordsCoordinate language proficiency testing, compliance processes, and state reporting requirementsCollaborate with teachers to support instructional strategies and accommodations for English LearnersPartner with families to support communication, student success, and educational engagementHelp ensure compliance with federal, state, and local EL program requirementsSupport a structured, encouraging, and student-centered learning environmentContribute positively to campus culture, operational stability, and team collaboration We're Looking For Someone Who:Is compassionate, organized, and highly dependableBelieves every student deserves meaningful support and opportunityCommunicates warmly and professionally with students, families, and staffWorks collaboratively and contributes positively to team cultureMaintains strong organization, documentation, and follow-throughIs solution-oriented, adaptable, and proactiveEnjoys supporting both students and teachersMaintains professionalism and composure in fast-paced environmentsIs teachable, growth-minded, and open to feedbackBelieves school should feel relational, encouraging, structured, and student-centered QualificationsValid Arizona teaching certification preferredEL endorsement or related English Learner experience preferredKnowledge of English Learner instructional supports, compliance requirements, and documentation processesStrong organizational, communication, and collaboration skillsExperience working with multilingual learners preferredCommitment to individualized student support and academic growth Our Core Values Integrity We do the right thing with honesty, professionalism, accountability, and sound judgment. Honor We treat students, families, staff, and community members with dignity, kindness, and respect. Leadership We take ownership, communicate clearly, solve problems, and contribute positively regardless of title. Position Details Position: English Language Coordinator Location: Freedom Academy Schedule: Full-Time Reports To: School Leadership RequirementsValid Arizona teaching certification preferredEL endorsement or related English Learner experience preferredKnowledge of English Learner instructional supports, compliance requirements, and documentation processesStrong organizational, communication, and collaboration skillsExperience working with multilingual learners preferredCommitment to individualized student support and academic growth Salary Description $45,000 annually