English Language Learner KnowledgeBase for Administrators & Teachers

OCR Self-Assessment Guide - Qualified Staff

This assessment guide is part of an Office for Civil Rights Region VII pilot program to encourage partnership approaches to civil rights compliance. It assists school systems to voluntarily comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 regarding equal educational opportunities for national origin minority students who are limited English proficient. This section can be completed at the building or district level to determine the staffing needs for an alternative language program.

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Tools and Resources for Staffing and Supporting an English Learner (EL) Program

LEAs must provide the personnel necessary to implement EL programs effectively. Necessary personnel include teachers who are qualified to provide EL services and core-content teachers who are highly qualified in their field, as well as trained to support EL students.

Funding for Professional Development

The new law, Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) supports the learning and development of educators in enhancing their capacity to help students succeed and includes new provisions aimed to help educators grow.

Teacher Qualifications

This document, prepared by the U.S. Department of Education, provides guidance on Building Systems of Support for Excellent Teaching and Leading.

Employer Interviewing Guide

This Monster.com guide provides employers guidance on conducting the whole interview process.

Hiring Translators and Interpreters

This resource is a collection of documents about different aspects of hiring translators and interpreters.

Programs for English Language Learners - Staffing and Resources

This document, prepared by the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights, provides guidance on establishing programs for ELLs. This reference addresses staffing and resources for a school district's ELL