ESOL Liaison

Sarasota County Schools; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sarasota County Schools is seeking an ESOL Liaison in Sarasota, FL. This full-time position focuses on ESOL program placement, staff training, and coordination across schools to support English Language Learners.

Responsibilities include assessing new students for ESOL services, maintaining ESOL files, coordinating scheduling, and serving as chair of the school-based ELL Committee. A valid Florida ESOL certificate (K-12) is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution.
• Valid Florida Educator's Certificate with: ESOL Certification K-12, or ESOL endorsement and appropriate K-12 certification.
• Minimum of three (3) years' successful teaching experience K-12 preferred.
• Experience working with English Language Learner students (ELLs).
• Experience as a liaison and/or experience training teachers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate new students for placement eligibility for ESOL services.
• Initiate and maintain all ESOL files.
• Assist with scheduling of English Language Learner students.
• (4) Monitor and assist in the in-school staffings of all ELL students.
• Assist schools in the collection of FTE and other required data.
• Provide training and assistance to ESOL teachers and bilingual paraprofessionals.
• Serve as the chairperson for the school-based ELL Committee.
• Coordinate parent leadership council meetings.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Florida Educator's Certificate ESOL K-12 or ESOL endorsement

Job description

ESOL Liaison

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This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education

Job Details

• Job ID: 5931890
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Sep 17, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined
• Position Type: Full-time

Job Description

Location: TBD Cost Center: Office of Elementary Schools Hours Per Day: 7.5 Contract Months: 10

Cutoff date for Internal qualified candidates to be guaranteed an interview: 09/23/2026 Posting Closing Time: 4:30 PM

Salary Schedules: Salary Schedules ESOL LIAISON SALARY SCHEDULE: INSTRUCTIONAL COST CENTER: DISTRICT-WIDE

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution.
• Valid Florida Educator's Certificate with: ESOL Certification K-12, or ESOL endorsement and appropriate K-12 certification.
• Minimum of three (3) years' successful teaching experience K-12 preferred.
• Experience working with English Language Learner students (ELLs).
• Experience as a liaison and/or experience training teachers preferred.

Knowledge, skills & abilities

Basic understanding of English Language Learner students and their special needs. Knowledge of program requirements for all phases of the ELL student's educational experience. Knowledge of local and state ESOL guidelines. Ability to interface with school personnel and parents.

Reports To

Principal/Designee

Job Goal

To ensure proper placement of English Language Learner students (ELLs) in accordance with local and state guidelines.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate new students for placement eligibility for ESOL services.
• Initiate and maintain all ESOL files.
• Assist with scheduling of English Language Learner students.
• (4) Monitor and assist in the in-school staffings of all ELL students.
• Assist schools in the collection of FTE and other required data.
• Provide training and assistance to ESOL teachers and bilingual paraprofessionals.
• Serve as the chairperson for the school-based ELL Committee.
• Coordinate parent leadership council meetings.
• Provide training and assistance to ESOL teachers and bilingual paraprofessionals.
• Survey and assess students for the purpose of reclassification and post-reclassification procedure.
• Complete appropriate monitoring reports for students exiting the ESOL program for two years.
• Monitor the students' cumulative records in preparation for audit documentation.
• Coordinate articulation between departments, schools and/or agencies for ELL students.
• Be willing to serve as a SCIP mentor to new ESOL teachers.
• Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
• Provide for a safe and secure workplace.
• Model and maintain high ethical standards.
• Follow attendance, punctuality and proper dress rules.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding school matters.
• Maintain positive relationships with staff, students and parents.
• Participate in workshops and training sessions as required.
• Communicate effectively with staff, students and parents.
• Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
• Respond to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner.
• Prepare all required reports and maintain all appropriate records.
• Follow all School Board policies, rules and regulations.
• Exhibit interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member.
• Demonstrate support for the School District and its goals and priorities.
• Perform other incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.

Physical Requirements

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.

Terms of Employment

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District's approval compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the District.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.

Contact Information

• Christina Rogers-Hehr , Talent Acquisition Coordinator
• 1960 Landings Blvd
• Sarasota, Florida 34231
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]