Secondary Paraeducator - English Language Learners

Overview

Secondary Para educator - English Language Learners

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position requires the Para educator to support students for whom English is the second language, and support our scholars by serving as a crossing guard during key times 2-3 days per week. The focus of this program will be to assist students in the development of spoken and written language. This position requires the Para educator to work with students K-12 to determine their native language proficiency in Spanish, to support their placement and success in the mainstream classroom.

Other duties included are testing students, filing, and translating materials for the certificated teacher and parents. The Para educator may also be asked to attend and translate at parent/teacher conferences. The goal of this position is to work as a team, collaborating with the regular education classroom teachers, parents and other staff members.

• Work with students on developing their English language skills. This instruction may occur in small groups or one on one.
• Assist students with English skills throughout the curriculum.
• Assist teacher in preparing the classroom and materials.
• Assist teacher in keeping accurate records.
• Develop a good rapport with the teacher, students, staff and parents.
• Practice effective safety and security within individual work routines.

• Perform instructional clerical tasks.
• Work collaboratively with District staff and promote teamwork with co-workers.
• Assist substitute teacher with helpful information pertinent to the classroom.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Per Federal No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Regulations, new hires must have:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent,
• And one of the following:
• AA degree, OR
• 48 College-Level Semester Credits, OR
• 72 College-Level Quarter Credits, OR
• Pass the state approved Para Pro Assessment

• Proficient in basic spelling, math and grammar skills
• Experienced and/or training in reading instruction, remediation, and assessment

• Bilingual
• Possess an understanding of other cultures
• Experience working with student whose native language is not English

• Pass a criminal background check
• Complete the district's para educator core competency requirements
• Work scheduled hours on a consistent basis

• Knowledge of Individual Education Plan (IEP's)
• Positive Behavior Training Certificated Course
• English grammar and spelling
• Basic math
• Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
• Right Response and de-escalation techniques
• School Board Policies

• Demonstrate basic knowledge of modern technology and willingness and ability to increase knowledge to proficiency
• Work independently and work collaboratively with others fostering a team approach whenever appropriate.
• Maintain a good work attendance record, be punctual, and follow District procedures for reporting all absences.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, flexibility and a commitment to students.
• Practice effective safety and security within individual work routines.
• Develop and maintain positive relations with staff and service providers
• Follow written and verbal directions with minimal supervision
• Speak, read and follow written communications in English
• Perform basic spelling, math and grammar skills
• Demonstrate the desire, skill and patience to work with students with special emotional, academic and social needs, which may include violent behavior
• Demonstrate a caring attitude and establish an environment that encourages appropriate behavior and successful learning
• Exercise judgment as to when to act independently and when to refer to higher authority
• Practice ethical and professional standards of conduct including the requirements of confidentiality
• Communicate effectively with staff, students, parents/guardians, and the public in a multicultural and multiracial community
• Interact positively with students, parents and staff in a professional manner and demonstrate a commitment for students and their success
• Continue professional growth
• Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable…