Dual Language Paraprofessional Job Bensenville area,Illinois USA,Education / Teaching

Bilingual Paraprofessional

We are seeking dedicated Bilingual (Spanish) Paraprofessionals to join our Dual Language program. The successful candidates will assist in classroom settings under the supervision of certified instructors. Responsibilities include supervising various areas such as classrooms, washrooms, playgrounds, before and after school, as well as general oversight of the cafeteria, library, hallways, and other instructional settings within our dual-language classrooms. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

If you are passionate about supporting bilingual education and student success, we encourage you to apply.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist with the preparation and adoption of instructional materials and bi-literacy approach.
Assist with the supervision, instruction of students as directed; assist the teacher with all aspects of the daily instructional program
Assist with the maintenance of accurate records on student progress.
Participates in staff development activities as directed by contract.
Performs other duties as may be assigned by administration.

Hours 35 hours a week, 7 hours a day
- Elementary Schools 8:00 a.m.

- 3:30 p.m. with a 30 minute duty free lunch Benefits

$17.48 per hour plus Paraprofessional Pay Differential
IMRF Pension
Summers off, Holidays off, Winter and Spring break off
10 sick days - 03 personal days
Insurance eligible - health, dental, vision, and long-term disability
Board paid life insurance

Qualifications:

Bilingual Spanish Required
Paraprofessional License
Excellent Communication Skills
Basic Computer Knowledge

Physical Demands:

Ability to read and communicate effectively with employees of the district.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions provided in written, visual, and verbal form.

Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel, or operate objects or controls, and reaching with hands and arms.

Vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

May be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 20 pounds.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.