What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coordinator for ESOL position at Berryville Public School District?
Position Description
POSITION TITLE: Coordinator of English as a Second Language
FLSA: Exempt
QUALIFICATIONS:
Proficient in instructional strategies related to ESOL
Certified ESOL teacher
Minimum of 5 years teaching experience
Effective Communication Skills
Effective Organizational Skills
REPORTS TO: Superintendent
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
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Schedule and promote ESL parent meetings, social events, etc.
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Coordinate curriculum writing with ESL teachers and Direct of Curriculum Development.
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Create bi-monthly ESL newsletters.
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Meet with ESL teachers on a regular basis before/after school.
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Develop materials, as appropriate (e.g. regarding cultural information of students).
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Recommend translators to Human Resources for appropriate employment .
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Maintain and distribute a current list of approved translators to ESL Staff.
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Coordinate the scheduling of students with the administration, counseling departments, and ESL teachers.
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Make recommendations to Director of Research, Evaluation and Assessment of students requiring modifications/exemptions of students for standardized testing.
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Coordinate in-service/staff development opportunities.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
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Maintain inventory of equipment.
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Coordinate visitations to district.
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Attend local, regional and state meetings to remain current on legislative and best practices.
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Oversee the maintenance of files of former and current students.
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Submit student scheduling of ESL teachers to Superintendent for approval.
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Serve as a resource to ESL teachers for questions, concerns, future planning, grants, etc.
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Other duties as assigned.
