Director IV, Multilingual Programs at Riverside Unified School District (RUSD)
About the Employer
With schools dating back to the 1870s, the award-winning Riverside Unified School District (RUSD) is now the 16th largest school district in California. RUSD educates nearly 42,000 students across 50 schools in Riverside. The District serves a large portion of Riverside as well as the unincorporated areas of Highgrove and Woodcrest. RUSD is led by its 13th Superintendent, Dr. Sonia Llamas and is governed by a Board of Education comprised of publicly elected officials who serve five different trustee areas.
Requirements / Qualifications
Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction or appointed designee, the Director IV of Multilingual Programs will provide strategic district-wide leadership for all language acquisition and multilingual programs, including Dual Language Immersion (DLI), English Language Development (ELD), and World Languages. The Director ensures that the district's "Master Plan for Multilingual Learners" is implemented with fidelity and meets all Title I and Title III legal requirements.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Curriculum Adoption and Instructional Support: Lead the selection of bilingual, ELD, and World Language instructional materials, ensuring they align with the California ELA/ELD Framework and provide teachers and administrators with the support they require to meet the expectations of the standards
- Professional Learning: Design "Tier 1" professional development for all principals and teachers utilizing evidence-based strategies and in alignment with the District’s Instructional Priorities (e.g., Integrated and Designated ELD, Language Objectives, Academic Discourse, Scaffolding, and Translanguaging)
- Program Monitoring: Direct the vertical alignment (TK-12) and maintain the coherence of English Language Development and Dual Language Immersion pathways across multiple school sites, in alignment with federal and state requirements
- Equitable Access: Provide instructional guidance and technical assistance to principals and site leadership teams regarding program implementation, master scheduling, staffing models, service delivery, and equitable access to core content for all multilingual learners
Please see the attached job description for a complete listing of the job responsibilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- California Administrative Credential
- English Learner Authorization
- Master’s Degree or higher
- Minimum of three (3) years of site administrator experience (preferred)
- Valid California Driver’s License or Identification Card
- Experience leading English Learner/Multi Lingual programs (preferred)
Please submit the following documents in Edjoin:
- Resume
- 3 current letters of recommendation dated within the past 12 months
- Letter of Introduction (must be specific to the job position you are applying for)
Candidates invited to interview will be contacted via email Edjoin
Riverside Unified will not accept attachments via fax, walk-in, or email. If you are having difficulties adding attachments to your application or any other questions please contact, the Edjoin help desk at (888) 900-8945 for assistance.
Requirements / Qualifications
Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction or appointed designee, the Director IV of Multilingual Programs will provide strategic district-wide leadership for all language acquisition and multilingual programs, including Dual Language Immersion (DLI), English Language Development (ELD), and World Languages. The Director ensures that the district's "Master Plan for Multilingual Learners" is implemented with fidelity and meets all Title I and Title III legal requirements.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Curriculum Adoption and Instructional Support: Lead the selection of bilingual, ELD, and World Language instructional materials, ensuring they align with the California ELA/ELD Framework and provide teachers and administrators with the support they require to meet the expectations of the standards
- Professional Learning: Design "Tier 1" professional development for all principals and teachers utilizing evidence-based strategies and in alignment with the District’s Instructional Priorities (e.g., Integrated and Designated ELD, Language Objectives, Academic Discourse, Scaffolding, and Translanguaging)
- Program Monitoring: Direct the vertical alignment (TK-12) and maintain the coherence of English Language Development and Dual Language Immersion pathways across multiple school sites, in alignment with federal and state requirements
- Equitable Access: Provide instructional guidance and technical assistance to principals and site leadership teams regarding program implementation, master scheduling, staffing models, service delivery, and equitable access to core content for all multilingual learners
Please see the attached job description for a complete listing of the job responsibilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- California Administrative Credential
- English Learner Authorization
- Master’s Degree or higher
- Minimum of three (3) years of site administrator experience (preferred)
- Valid California Driver’s License or Identification Card
- Experience leading English Learner/Multi Lingual programs (preferred)
Please submit the following documents in Edjoin:
- Resume
- 3 current letters of recommendation dated within the past 12 months
- Letter of Introduction (must be specific to the job position you are applying for)
Candidates invited to interview will be contacted via email Edjoin
Riverside Unified will not accept attachments via fax, walk-in, or email. If you are having difficulties adding attachments to your application or any other questions please contact, the Edjoin help desk at (888) 900-8945 for assistance.
Comments and Other Information
The Riverside Unified School District prohibits, at any district program, activity, or employment setting, unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying, against an individual or group based on one, or a combination of two or more, protected characteristics, which include, but may not be limited to, race or ethnicity; ancestry; color; ethnic group identification; nationality; national origin; immigration status; sex; sexual orientation; sex stereotypes; gender; gender identity; gender expression; religion; disability, medical condition; genetic information; pregnancy, false pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, or related conditions or recovery; and parental, marital, and family status; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer: Raúl Ayala, Director of Pupil Services, 5700 Arlington Avenue Riverside, CA 92504, (951) 352-1200 ex. 83030, rayala@riversideunified.org and/or David Marshall, Resolution Officer, 3380 14th Street Riverside, CA 92501, (951)788-7135 ex. 80426, drmarshall@riversideunified.org, Title IX Coordinator: Bethany Scott, Coordinator of Title IX and Compliance, 3380 14th Street Riverside, CA 92501, (951)788-7135 ex. 80135, bscott@riversideunified.org, and Section 504 Coordinator: Gerardo Arenas, Administrator - Program Coordinator, Pupil Services, 5700 Arlington Ave. Riverside, CA 92504, (951) 352-1200 ex. 83301, garenas@riversideunified.org, Title II Coordinator: Raúl Ayala, Director of Pupil Services, 5700 Arlington Avenue Riverside, CA 92504, (951) 352-1200 ex. 83030, rayala@riversideunified.org, and CCR Title 5: Mr. Timothy Walker, Deputy Superintendent, Pupil Services & SELPA, 5700 Arlington Ave Riverside, CA 92504, (951) 352-1200 ex. 83501, twalker@riversideunified.org.
Comments and Other Information
The Riverside Unified School District prohibits, at any district program, activity, or employment setting, unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying, against an individual or group based on one, or a combination of two or more, protected characteristics, which include, but may not be limited to, race or ethnicity; ancestry; color; ethnic group identification; nationality; national origin; immigration status; sex; sexual orientation; sex stereotypes; gender; gender identity; gender expression; religion; disability, medical condition; genetic information; pregnancy, false pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, or related conditions or recovery; and parental, marital, and family status; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer: Raúl Ayala, Director of Pupil Services, 5700 Arlington Avenue Riverside, CA 92504, (951) 352-1200 ex. 83030, rayala@riversideunified.org and/or David Marshall, Resolution Officer, 3380 14th Street Riverside, CA 92501, (951)788-7135 ex. 80426, drmarshall@riversideunified.org, Title IX Coordinator: Bethany Scott, Coordinator of Title IX and Compliance, 3380 14th Street Riverside, CA 92501, (951)788-7135 ex. 80135, bscott@riversideunified.org, and Section 504 Coordinator: Gerardo Arenas, Administrator - Program Coordinator, Pupil Services, 5700 Arlington Ave. Riverside, CA 92504, (951) 352-1200 ex. 83301, garenas@riversideunified.org, Title II Coordinator: Raúl Ayala, Director of Pupil Services, 5700 Arlington Avenue Riverside, CA 92504, (951) 352-1200 ex. 83030, rayala@riversideunified.org, and CCR Title 5: Mr. Timothy Walker, Deputy Superintendent, Pupil Services & SELPA, 5700 Arlington Ave Riverside, CA 92504, (951) 352-1200 ex. 83501, twalker@riversideunified.org.
Application Deadline
2/16/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
1/26/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$163,574 - $206,071 Annually
$163,574 - $206,071 Annually
Length of Work Year
219 Work Days
Employment Type
Full Time