2026-2027 Instructional Support, (ESOL), (Creole)

The School District of Lee County•Fort Myers, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides instructional support for English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) students, with a specific focus on Creole speakers. The role involves assisting students in developing English comprehension and transitioning into an English-speaking environment, reinforcing skills, and supporting parental involvement. The position is based in a public school district and requires adherence to various privacy and record-keeping laws.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Successful completion of a ParaPro Assessment Test or completion of 48 or more semester hours at an accredited institution of higher education.
Bilingual/biliterate in a minimum of one target language such as Spanish, French, Creole, Portuguese, or other language as needs.
Ability to demonstrate written and verbal linguistic skills in English and in a minimum of one target language (Spanish, French, Creole, Portuguese, or other language as needed).
Ability to interpret and translate classroom assignments, parent communications, and other school-related activities.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Knowledge of policies, procedures, and regulations pertaining to the position.
Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws/regulations related to student and employee privacy, public information, and records retention.
Knowledge of and experience with industry-standard equipment, materials, practices, computers and applications.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree from an accredited institution.
One year experience working with children as a paraprofessional in a public school district.

Responsibilities

Assist in the administration of individual and group tests in students' native languages or English, including WIDA Screener, native language assessments, and WIDA ACCESS.
Assist students for whom English is a second language to support comprehension and transition into an English-speaking environment.
Assist in the instructional process by working with students individually or in small groups in the target language to reinforce skills, supplement instruction, and implement teacher-developed lesson plans.
Assist in the preparation, organization, and use of instructional aids, materials, and technology.
Perform associated clerical and recordkeeping tasks related to ELL student progress.
Assist in monitoring the progress of students who have exited the ESOL program.
Work with the teacher to reinforce positive learning and behavior patterns among ELL students.
Assist students in developing study skills necessary for learning and achieving instructional objectives.
Support bilingual parental involvement by acting as an interpreter/translator at school events and meetings.
Demonstrate understanding and respect of individual student's culture and interests.
Assist in maintaining accurate record keeping of ELL student progress.
Maintain confidentiality and comply with laws and policies concerning student information.
Monitor student behavior/activity in the cafeteria and other campus locations.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.