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Executive Director
National Association for Bilingual Education

The Organization
The National Association for Bilingual Education (NABE) is an established non-profit membership organization whose mission is to promote educational equity and excellence for all students, particularly students in bilingual education programs. It is an education, policy development, advocacy, and professional association with a 20,000 combined membership nationwide and a small but growing international membership. The Association supports its membership through an annual conference, a quarterly research journal, an on-line journal and a bi-monthly news magazine. NABE partners with state bilingual associations, awards distinguished leadership recognition in the field of bilingual education, provides a policy education internship/fellowship program, and networks with special interest groups and other national educational associations with parallel goals and objectives. The Association is at the forefront of national efforts to ensure bilingualism and biculturalism for all students as we move into the future in a complex and global society. Its research inquires into both generic issues of equity and educational excellence for all children and young adults. Its research also addresses special issues such as educational methods and best practices for teaching linguistically and culturally diverse populations. In over three decades of sustained growth, the Association’s programs have been primarily funded through the annual conference and membership fees. Its structure and governance is based on the leadership of the Executive Board with the support of a committed staff of successful professionals. The NABE office is located in Washington, D. C. where policy development is transformed into advocacy at the national level.

Responsibilities of the Executive Director
The Executive Director functions under the leadership and guidance of the Executive Board and will be responsible for advancing the Association’s mission, vision and goals for the future. Through interaction with its affiliates, institutes of higher education, special interest groups, administrators, teachers and parent advocacy groups, the Association reaches out to address the needs of our richly diverse communities. The Executive Director will spearhead the expansion of NABE’s presence by actively recruiting new members and supporters and network with other associations and individuals that promote and embrace cultural awareness and understanding. The Executive Director’s leadership must be multifaceted requiring excellent interpersonal skills and visionary principles. The Executive Director’s primary responsibilities include the management, growth and success of the Association. Duties include, but are not limited to, advising and assisting the Executive Board in policy and advocacy development and implementation. The Executive Director, in consultation with the Executive Board President, will keep the Executive Board fully informed at all times regarding any and all matters related to the management of NABE. In addition, the Executive Director will oversee the organization’s day-to-day operations, supervise personnel, expand and diversify funding opportunities, and organize the annual conference. The Executive Director will also act as a liaison for the Executive Board on public relations matters.

Over the years, NABE has been a valued and reliable source of cultural information and linguistic resource to the educational and parental bilingual community. The Executive Director must possess expertise in the creation, improvement and dissemination of on-going and current information and resources through innovative methods and technology, in addition to the research journal and the bi-monthly magazine.

There are several million English Language Learners (ELL), Dual language and Indigenous language learners in bilingual and ESL classrooms in our country’s schools that must be served in a manner that builds upon their native language so they may successfully contribute and compete in today’s society and tomorrow's workforce. This challenge requires the Executive Director to be fully informed of federal, state and tribal bilingual educational policy initiatives, thus providing input regarding the development of policies that will run parallel to NABE’s mission and vision of equity for all students.

Qualifications
The preferred candidate will combine as many of the following:

• Minimum of 5 years experience working, leading and/or managing non-profit organization, public agency, or district level administrative experience. Proven strong entrepreneurial and organizational building skills and instincts.
• Excellent written/oral communication and interpersonal skills. Bilingual preferred.
• Ability to model the values of cultural diversity and make diversity a cornerstone of management style.
• Hands-on experience in national/state educational policy. Knowledge of the structure, workings and policymaking of the U.S. Department of Education.
• Experience working with members of Congress, congressional staff and heads of agencies is preferred.
• Earned credibility with professional educators and community personnel.
• Demonstrated commitment to students and their families in engaging and/or assisting them to navigate the complex educational system.
• Demonstrated strong management skills, including the capacity to organize and motivate others, to recruit outstanding professional staff and collaborate reciprocally with affiliate organizations.
• Demonstrated strong financial management skills, fundraising activities, petitioning financial support from sponsors, and grant writing experience.
• Well developed capacity to listen, communicate and work with the Executive Board and national, state and local constituents.
• A demonstrated passion for equity, service and excellence in education.

Education
Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree, advanced degree preferred
Compensation Package
The Executive Director’s salary and benefits are comparable to non-profit organizations in the Washington D.C. area. The candidate will be expected to provide an earning history that supports the salary being offered.
Schedule for Selection
The Executive Director search will remain open until the position is filled. The Director will assume the position at the earliest feasible date.
Application Procedure
Applications must be submitted via email to: pedrojruiz@aol.com Position will be open until filled. Please submit a letter of interest with the following:

• One brief paragraph addressing each bulleted qualification
• One page or less summarizing why you can lead this organization into the future and catalyze a broad constituency around an educational reform agenda.
• Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Three letters of recommendation.
• Supporting related documentation (e.g., articles, research paper, strategic plan development, fundraising implementation). May be sent separately to address listed below.

The Association engages individuals without regard to race, creed, national origin, age, gender, or marital status. All who believe they meet the stated qualifications are invited to apply. Incomplete applications will not be considered

Send completed application via email to: Dr. Pedro J. Ruiz Email: pedrojruiz@aol.com