Instructional Support, (ESOL) - Varsity Lakes Middle School

The School District of Lee County; Lehigh Acres (FL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The School District of Lee County is seeking an Instructional Support, ESOL at Varsity Lakes Middle School in Lehigh Acres, FL. This role supports English language learners and assists in language assessments and classroom activities.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, ParaPro test or 48 college hours, and bilingual ability in at least one target language. A 7-hour day, 187-day schedule is noted with S03 pay grade.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• ParaPro assessment test or 48 college hours completed.
• Bilingual in at least one target language such as Spanish, French, Creole, Portuguese.
• Any appropriate combination of education, experience or certifications may be considered.
• Associate’s degree (preferred).
• One year experience working with children in a public school district (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assist in administering tests in students' native languages or English.
• Assist ESL students to transition to an English-speaking environment.
• Support instructional process with targeted language support and lesson plans.
• Prepare, organize, and use instructional aids and technology; handle clerical tasks.
• Monitor progress of students who have exited the ESOL program.
• Assist in involving bilingual parents in Open House and conferences.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ParaPro test or 48 college hours

Associate’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Instructional Support, (ESOL) - Varsity Lakes Middle School

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Job Details

Job ID: 5879460
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 11, 2026 4:53 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 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.
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• 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.
• 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 assignment, parent communications, and other school related activities.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Adopted: 06/03/2025

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist in the administration of individual and group tests in the students' native languages or in English including, but not limited to WIDA Screener, native language assessments, and WIDA ACCESS.
• Assist students individually for whom English is a second language in a manner 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, as applicable, to reinforce skills introduced by the teacher, supplementing regular instruction, and implementing teacher-developed lesion plans under the direct supervision of an instructional staff member.
• Assist in the preparation, organization, and use of instructional aids, materials, and technology as directed While performing associated clerical and recordkeeping tasks of 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 the development of study skills necessary for learning and in the achievement of instructional objectives.
• Support bilingual parental involvement in activities such as taking on the role of interpreter/translator at Open House, Orientation, school meetings, and conferences.
• 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 confidentiality of student information.
• Monitor student behavior/activity in the cafeteria and other campus locations with the support of the administrators and/or teachers.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Adopted: 06/03/2025

Additional Job Information

S03, $17.42, 7 hours, 187 days.
Compensation may increase based upon relevant education and experience.

Position Type: Full-time

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 2855 Colonial Blvd
• Fort Myers, Florida 33966
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]