City Wide Bilingual Spanish Tutor

City Wide Bilingual Spanish Tutor

Work with members of the English Learner Department to identify the English proficiency level of students and determine appropriate support. Attend a 3-6-hour orientation to understand the LAS Links English Proficiency test and EL Department procedures. Devise an instructional program for each assigned student. Meet with small groups of students for the purpose of providing instruction. Collaborate with the student's parents or guardians and work with counselors and/or classroom teachers to establish a cohesive instructional program based on the student's individual needs.

Complete and file written progress reports, identification & testing results, as well as annual assessments on each assigned student. Keep, maintain and file such reports and records as the EL Supervisor may require, including attendance reports. Attend Wednesday staff meetings for the purpose of updates on procedure requirements, department initiatives, and continued professional development.

Fluent in Spanish. Experience working with English Learners. Knowledge of LAS Links assessments. Knowledge of Connecticut English Learners Proficiency Standards. Ability to create and maintain a positive learning environment and standards of behavior. Ability to develop teaching strategies appropriate for the English learners. Ability to implement instruction that reflects structure and logical sequence for the appropriate learning levels. Ability to organize and request teaching materials appropriate for English learners.

Help administer appropriate LAS Placement testing. Maintain accurate attendance records. Experience working with K-12 students. Experience in running small group sessions. Knowledge of Community Resources.

Rate of Pay:
Based on Experience and level of education-This is a yearly contract position based on grant funding.