Greenwood School District 50

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: ESOL Instructional Coach

SUMMARY

Under general supervision assists in ensuring that the district Vision, Mission and Goals are achieved and will assist the Federal Programs office in using inquiry, judgment, and review to ensure that the ESOL instructional program is effective and meets federal and state requirements at all schools in the district. Will assist school and district staff with program development focused on professional development activities, curricular/instructional strategies, and LEP sub-group interventions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide guidance to the district and schools to evaluate and create systems for effective instruction of LEP students.

Create a network of teachers and administrators who have a shared knowledge base about the teaching and learning of second language learners for the purpose of supporting the LEP students;

Uses a variety of student and subgroup performance to develop strategies for addressing instructional deficiencies, including techniques to improve and coordinate a system of support for LEP students;

Provide effective, research based, instructional strategies to all classroom and ESOL teachers to improve the English proficiency and academic achievement of LEP students;

Provide guidance to classroom teachers on accommodating and modifying instruction, assessment and grading of LEP students;

Provide professional development to teachers in the implementation of the CCSS specific to LEP student needs;

Conducts classroom observations to provide feedback and assistance with improving instruction for LEP students, but may not perform formal teacher evaluations;

Participates in various district and school meetings for the purpose of receiving and/or providing ESOL program and curriculum information in support of LEP students;

Remains abreast of LEP student research, trends, and instructional changes to enhance ESOL program knowledge;

Performs other duties as required to facilitate the progress of the district’s support of LEP students; and

Serve as the instructional liaison between the Office of Federal Programs and the district staff, schools, and teachers to facilitate communication about ESOL issues.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Valid South Carolina Teacher Certificate with five years of teaching experience. Highly Qualified as defined by the SC State Department of Education. Master’s degree, ESOL certification preferred.

Knowledge:

Knowledgeable of CCSS and SC LEP standards and of the district curriculum and instructional practices. Possess oral and written fluency in English. Fluency in a second language is preferable. Must possess computer skills that include the competent usage of word processing, spreadsheets, and/or databases.

Skills/Effort:

Ability to document state and federal regulations related to instructional services. Ability to operate general office equipment in the performance of daily activities. Must possess the ability to work with district personnel, ESOL staff, school administrators, and teachers to ensure continuous improvement of the district’s ESOL program. Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with students, parents, district staff, government offices, and all other groups involved in the activities of the job. Ability to complete, process, and maintain all required records and reports.

Responsibilities:

Ensure that a comprehensive ESOL educational program is effectively meeting the needs of students and complying with local, state, and federal guidelines.