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Job Posting End Date:

Deadline to apply is 11:59 PM on

11-14-2024

Job Title:

FLVS Flex ESOL Coordinator

Contract Type:

Employee

Annual Salary:

$57,000.00 - $106,525.00

(Support staff salary will be based on internal equity and experience)

Location:

FL - HOME OFFICE

Job Description Summary:

Our Mission is to equip students for success by developing and delivering highly effective digital learning through an intuitive online platform.

FLVS does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law.

The Position:

Position General Summary:

The ESOL Coordinator position was established for the purpose/s of providing leadership in the development, coordination, and support of curriculum, instruction, assessment, and student instructional support, as well as management of ELL Program protocols and procedures.

Essential Position Functions:

• Identify program needs for the purpose of providing recommendations of expenditures for resources, equipment, supplies, etc. that will enhance the assigned program

• Research new material and recommend pilot projects for the purpose of providing the most effective program for the students

• Prepare a variety of reports and translate written materials (e.g. State ELL plan, State ELL Self- Monitoring report, state ancillary documents, ELL forms, Assessment Data, Parent notifications, student monitoring, etc.) ensuring documentation and compliance with established guidelines

• Confer with all levels of staff regarding instructional techniques, development of curriculum, supervision guidelines and responsibilities, students’ needs, etc. for the purpose of providing guidance and mentoring

• Coordinate with testing department to assure ELL students are receiving mandated accommodations for all standardized testing

• Coordinate meetings with parents, teachers, and administration as needed in order for students to enter or exit the ELL program as mandated

• Attend district and state ELL related professional development and trainings for the purpose of ensuring compliance and obtaining input to maximize program effectiveness, supporting ELL directives from state

• Implement curriculum modifications for the purpose of complying with regulatory requirements and established guidelines

• Review all files for the ELL student screener and ensure follow- up with student and families to determine ELL status

• Secure all required ELL documentation and plans and make required updates throughout year.

• Complete all required compliance documentation and procedures for each ELL student as per the Department of Education guidelines.

• Coordinate and administer testing for new ELL students with appropriate screening assessment (Orders tests, administers test one-to-one, scores test, and communicates test scores to parents)

• Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as, meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources and meetings in an effective and timely manner, and demonstrate respect for others

• All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals and/or targets established

(These essential functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related duties as required.)

Minimum Requirements:

Education/Licensure/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree; preferably in the field of education

• Valid Florida Professional Teaching Certificate Required

• ESOL Endorsement required

Experience:

• Minimum three years’ experience working with current laws, regulations, and guidelines related to ELLs in public school

• Minimum 3 years successful ELL teaching experience required

• Ability to communicate in Spanish(speaking/writing)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's):

• Knowledge of MS Windows, MS Office, and Internet Explorer

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Possess qualities and skills to be a proactive, positive team player

• Ability to work with and through people to establish goals, objectives, and action plans

• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills

• Ability to handle multiple priorities, meeting deadlines, and effective time management

• Excellent organizational skills

• Exercises independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet responsibilities

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS:

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Clearly and effectively conveys and/or presents information verbally; summarizes what was heard to mitigate miscommunication; Shares ideas and perspectives and encourages others to do the same; Informs others involved in a project of new developments; Disseminates information to other employees, as appropriate; Effectively uses multiple channels to communicate important messages; Keeps supervisor well informed about progress and/or problems in a timely manner; Writes in a clear, concise, organized and convincing way for a variety of target audiences; The written message is consistently error-free; The written message has the desired effect on the target audience

CUSTOMER FOCUS

Prioritizes customers (internal and external) and their needs as primary and is dedicated to meeting their expectations; Develops and maintains customer relationships; builds credibility and trust; Quickly and effectively solves customer problems; Provides prompt, attentive service in a cheerful manner; adapts to changing information, conditions or challenges with a positive attitude; Incorporates customer feedback into delivery of service to provide the best experience possible for the customer; Actively promotes FLVS in community by serving as a FLVS ambassador or volunteer

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

Relates well with others; Treats others with respect; Shares views in a tactful way; Demonstrates diplomacy by approaching others about sensitive issues in non-threatening ways; Considers and responds appropriately to the needs, feelings and capabilities of others; Fosters an environment conducive to open, transparent communication among all levels and positions; Takes the initiative to get to know internal and external customers

FUNCTIONAL /TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

Has the skills, abilities, knowledge and experience to be successful in functional area of expertise; Dedicates time and energy to keeping abreast of the latest information related to area of expertise and technology; Picks up on technology quickly; Does well in technical courses and seminars; Produces high quality work in organized and timely fashion

INDIVIDUAL CONTRIBUTOR COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS:

PEER RELATIONSHIPS

Finds common ground and solves problems for the good of all; Can represent his/her own interests and yet be fair to other groups; Solves problems with peers with minimal “noise”; Is seen as a team player and is cooperative; Easily gains trust and support peers; Encourages collaboration; Is candid with peers

CREATIVITY

Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas; Easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions; Tends to be seen as original and value-added in brainstorming sessions; Takes calculated risks; Is not afraid to try new things and potentially “fail fast”

SELF KNOWLEDGE

Seeks feedback; Gains insight from mistakes; Is open to constructive criticism; isn’t defensive; Proactively seeks to understand his/her strengths and areas for growth; applies information to best serve organization; Recognizes how his/her behavior impacts others and incorporates insight into future interactions

PLANNING

Accurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks and projects; Sets objectives and goals; Breaks down work into the process steps; Develops schedules and task/people assignments; Anticipates and adjusts for problems and roadblocks; Measures performance against goals; Evaluates results

ORGANIZING

Uses his/her time effectively and efficiently; Concentrates his/her efforts on the more important priorities; Can attend to a broader range of activities as a result of organizing time efficiently; Can marshal resources (people, funding, material, support) to get things done; Can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal; Arranges information and files in a useful manner

PROBLEM SOLVING

Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; Probes all fruitful sources for answers; Can see hidden problems; Is excellent at honest analysis; Looks beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at the first answers

DRIVE FOR RESULTS

Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; Very bottom-line oriented; Steadfastly pushes self and others for results; Is full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging; Not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; Consistently seizes opportunities; Consistently exceeds goals

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions:

• Frequency of travel: Frequent travel is required for meetings, trainings, and conferences; location may vary and may require overnight stays

• Light physical activities and efforts required working in an office environment

(Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with existing ADA requirements for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.)