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DeKalb County School District · 1 month ago

Central Office_Senior Coordinator, English Learners (International Student Screening) 2025-2026

Stone Mountain, GA

Internship

Onsite

Intern, Senior Level

5+ years exp

DeKalb County School District is seeking an experienced and professional Senior Coordinator for English Learners. This role involves developing and supervising the English Learners Department, ensuring compliance with educational guidelines, and providing effective instruction and support services for English Learners.

Primary/Secondary Education

Responsibilities

Supervises and evaluates English Learners (EL) Department personnel and oversees daily operations

Ensures effective instruction and language support services for English Learners (ELs) and families whose primary home language is other than English (PHLOTE)

Oversees the integration of the WIDA English Language Development Framework into district instructional practices

Plans and facilitates professional learning opportunities that strengthen instruction and assessment for English Learners

Collaborates with district and school administrators to develop and implement instructional plans that address the academic and language development needs of ELs

Monitors compliance with federal, state (GaDOE), and district guidelines, including ESOL and Title III requirements

Oversees the implementation of the English Learners Master Plan, ensuring alignment with district goals and state standards

Analyzes student performance data to inform program improvement and instructional decision-making

Manages ESOL program delivery models, course scheduling, and district-wide allotment processes to maximize FTE/QBE funding

Provides leadership and supervision to the ESOL Interpreter Team and ensures effective communication and engagement with PHLOTE families

Maintains current knowledge of relevant educational laws, best practices, and emerging issues impacting English Learner programming

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

ESOL endorsementEducational leadership certificationMaster’s degree in EducationClassroom teaching experienceManagerial experienceEducational laws

Required

Master's degree in Education, Education Administration, or closely related area from a Georgia Professional Standards Commission approved accredited college or university required

ESOL endorsement required

Minimum five (5) years of classroom teaching or closely related experience required

Valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission approved certificate in educational leadership at level L-5, NL-5, PL-6, or above required. If a level L-5, NL-5, PL-6, or above certificate is not held, the individual must be eligible for the NPL certificate in educational leadership or meet the eligibility requirement for a Support Personnel License from the Georgia Professional Standards Commission