ELL Paraeducator

Amherst Pelham Regional School District Amethyst Brook
- Amherst, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Amherst Pelham Regional School District Amethyst Brook
- Amherst, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Amherst-Pelham Regional Public Schools

Starting Date: Immediately

The Amherst Public Schools are currently seeking applicants for an ELL Para educator at Amethyst Brook Elementary School. This is a full-time and school-year position.

The ELL paraprofessional assists students, ESL and general education teachers, school staff, and families of  the following manner:

• Manages and assists individuals and small groups of ELLs, separately at times, under the direction of supervisors(s) for the purpose of practicing and/or reinforcing learning concepts and assisting students in reaching their academic goals and grade level standards.

• Provides classroom support through interpreting and translating instruction and information introduced by the teacher into students' native language.

• Maintains documentation of learning activities and/or tutoring sessions of ELL students as determined by the supervisor.

• Monitors individuals and/or groups of students in a variety of settings for the purpose of ensuring a safe and positive learning environment, including reinforcing and supporting student academic and/or behavioral plans..

• Collaborates and works harmoniously with all other members of the ELL and school staff toward the successful development of the ELL program.

• Ability to work with a diverse population of students within a multicultural school community

• Strong positive, interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with students, colleagues and supervisors

• Highly effective oral and written communication skills in English and another language (Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese or Korean). Ability to interpret/ translate in both directions.

Bilingual/ bicultural candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Damany Gordon
• 170 Chestnut Street
• Human Resources
• Amherst, Massachusetts 01002
• Phone:
• Email: gordond