ESL Paraeducator

English Learner Paraprofessional

Qualifications:

High School diploma. Associate degree or 60 college credit hours or pass the ETS (Educational Testing Service) ParaPRO Assessment Test Educator License with Stipulations (ELS) with a Paraprofessional Endorsement Speaks the language of the supported students Evidence of emotional stability and maturity

Reports To:

Building Principal

Job Goal:
Responsible for working with students whose primary language is not English.

Inputs (activities done by the position/ how they spend their time/ daily schedule):

• Language Support
  - Provide one-on-one or small group language instruction to ELL students
• Assist ELL students in understanding and completing classroom tasks
• Support students in developing listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in English
• Help students build academic vocabulary across subject areas
• Classroom Assistance
  - Support lead teachers in adapting lessons and materials for ELL students
• Assist in creating a welcoming and culturally responsive classroom environment
• Help manage classroom activities, focusing on the needs of ELL students
• Facilitate communication between ELL students and their English-speaking peers
• Cultural Liaison
  - Act as a cultural bridge between ELL students, their families, and the school
• Assist in translating and interpreting when necessary (if bilingual)
• Help students and families navigate school systems and cultural differences
• Support teachers in understanding and respecting students' cultural backgrounds
• Academic Support
  - Reinforce concepts taught by the classroom teacher in students' native language if possible
• Assist ELL students with homework and test preparation
• Provide additional explanations of academic content as needed
• Support ELL students in using educational technology and resources
• Language Assessment and Progress Monitoring
  - Assist in administering language proficiency assessments
• Help collect data on students' language development progress
• Participate in the identification and reclassification process for ELL students
• Support teachers in tracking and documenting ELL students' academic progress
• Collaboration and Communication
  - Work closely with ELL teachers, classroom teachers, and other support staff
• Participate in team meetings regarding ELL student progress and needs
• Communicate regularly with teachers about students' language development and academic challenges
• Assist in maintaining open lines of communication with ELL students' families
• Resource Development
  - Help create or adapt learning materials for ELL students
• Assist in developing visual aids and language support tools
• Contribute to the creation of culturally relevant educational resources
• Organize and maintain ELL resources and materials
• Professional Development
  - Attend training sessions on ELL instructional strategies and cultural competence
• Stay informed about best practices in second language acquisition
• Participate in workshops on working with diverse student populations
• Seek opportunities to improve personal language skills if bilingual

Evidence:

• Language Support Documentation
  - Logs of language instruction sessions provided to ELL students
• Records of vocabulary and language concepts taught
• Progress notes on students' language development
• Adapted Educational Materials
  - Modified classroom materials with language supports
• Translated documents or resources (if bilingual)
• Visual aids and graphic organizers for language learning
• Cultural Liaison Activities
  - Records of cultural mediation instances
• Documentation of translation/interpretation services provided
• Notes from meetings with ELL families
• Academic Support Records
  - Logs of tutoring sessions and homework assistance
• Examples of scaffolded assignments for ELL students
• Records of technology use in supporting ELL students
• Assessment and Progress Monitoring
  - Data collection sheets on language proficiency progress
• Notes on students' performance in language assessments
• Documentation of students' academic achievements in content areas
• Collaboration Artifacts
  - Minutes from team meetings about ELL students
• Communication logs with teachers and families
• Emails or messages coordinating ELL support
• Resource Development Products
  - Created or adapted ELL…