ISD Compliance Specialist Multilingual Learner Program

ISD Compliance Specialist – Multilingual Learner Program (JobID: 17816) Openings as of 7/8/2026 Position Details Position Type: Classified Staff Date Posted: 3/5/2026 Location: INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT Position Purpose The Multilingual Learner Program Compliance Specialist supports the district's academic compliance and is responsible for auditing and monitoring the district's Multilingual Learner Program in accordance with all federal, state, and local regulations and mandates. This role involves monitoring program effectiveness, conducting audits, providing training, and assisting the Director of the Multilingual Learner Program (MLP) with maintaining compliance for academic programs, school accountability indicators, and district compliance. The specialist also collaborates with the Director of the MLP to support the academic success of multilingual learners, ensures implementation of program service delivery models through scheduling, and aligns accommodations across state assessments. The specialist documents and evaluates compliance activities, inputs and validates data, identifies compliance issues, and recommends solutions. Essential Functions Assist the Director of the MLP with district and school compliance, accountability, and development of processes and procedures required by federal law, state regulations, and district policies, including employee training on reporting systems. Work closely with the PowerSchool team, Assessment and Accountability team, and Exceptional Learner teams regarding data collection, MLP coding, and processes specific to MLP compliance. Monitor and administer initial screener and ACCESS for ELLs assessment, maintain testing, and run reports to support school MLP teams. Collaborate with other district-wide departments and schools on projects related to academic compliance and school accountability for MLP. Conduct regular internal audits focusing on school records and academic compliance for MLP to identify areas of improvement, reconcile data, and make necessary corrections. Maintain detailed records in written and electronic formats (e.g., internal communications, budgets, program compliance, supporting documentation) to meet reporting and compliance requirements. Manage and provide training to school leaders and teachers on compliance requirements (ELLevation, EDPlan, PS coding, audit, ILAPs), follow up, and share critical feedback. Act as a liaison between schools and district-level departments to address compliance and accountability issues. Collect, analyze, and report MLP data to support master scheduling, program service delivery models, target growth, and other state report card indicators. Monitor and assist with accurate, timely submission of audit submissions, reporting requirements, and compliance timelines (e.g., District Strategic Plan, MLP initiatives and goals). Utilize data to inform instructional and fiscal program decisions, including staffing, budgeting, curriculum, and family engagement. Stay current on changes in laws and regulations affecting multilingual education and provide district information and policies to school and district personnel. Assist in developing and updating the district MLP manual, website, and overall processes and procedures for the program. Monitor all areas of compliance and accountability pertaining to the program and report any non‑compliance issues to the Director of the ML program and/or Director of Accountability. Additional Duties Perform other related tasks as assigned by the Chief Instructional Services Officer, Superintendent, or other district office administrator as designated by the Superintendent. Qualifications Minimum high school diploma plus five years of progressively responsible office experience. Associate's degree preferred. Excellent diligence and accuracy in data entry and reporting. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks. Experience Demonstrated knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations. Proficiency in Google, Microsoft Office, and Excel. Recent experience with a wide variety of technologies including mobile technology, cyber safety, website content development, presentation creation, and various educational technology programs and hardware. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Effective documenting and reporting skills. Ability to work in a collaborative environment and communicate information clearly and concisely for district leadership, school administrators, and educators. Physical Demands Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job. Sit, stand, and walk for required periods of time. Speak and hear. Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Communicate effectively in English using proper grammar and vocabulary. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered acceptable forms of communication. Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, technology equipment, computers, and/or controls. Workplace Expectations Work effectively with and respond to diverse cultures or backgrounds. Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean, and professional manner. Have regular and punctual attendance. Follow all district policies, work procedures, and reasonable requests by the proper authorities. Adhere to confidentiality as directed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations, and district administrative rules regarding sensitive information. Failure to adhere to confidentiality may result in disciplinary actions, up to and including termination of employment. Reports To Director of Multilingual Learner Program Days Per Year 260 Salary Classification Paid on the Classified Salary Scale, Level 111 Employee Group Classified Application Procedures Must apply online by completing a “Classified” application and adding this specific job to the online application. FLSA Status Non‑Exempt Employee’s Acknowledgment Statement I have reviewed the above position description and understand its contents. I am aware that my position description may be revised or updated at any time and, once notified of changes, I remain responsible for knowledge of its contents. I hereby certify that I possess the physical and mental ability to fulfill the essential functions of the above position with or without reasonable accommodation(s). If I require accommodation(s) in order to fulfill any or all of these functions, I agree to provide information to the district regarding the requested accommodation(s). THE BEAUFORT COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER #J-18808-Ljbffr