Part Time English Language Learner Paraprofessional - South Elementary

Part Time English Language Learner Support Paraprofessional

South Elementary School is seeking a Part Time English Language Learner Support Paraprofessional to work 15 hours per week. This position will remain open until filled. The Part Time English Language Learner Support Professional provides instructional assistance in the field of Language Arts and math to students in the district, who are newcomers, nonspeakers, or English learners at various levels. The assistant also assists in other ESL related school programs as assigned and follows the established language acquisition program.

Assists the instructional personnel in teaching language arts to non-native English speaking pupils, utilizing courses of study adopted by the ICSD Professional Learning Department as well as other appropriate learning activities. Instructs pupils in basic communication skills to facilitate their transition into the regular instructional program. Provides individualized and small group instruction in math, science and social studies as needed, in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil to the extent possible.

Participates in the development, maintenance, and carrying out of systems for classroom management. Guides students in working and interacting harmoniously with other students. Assists in file maintenance and compliance for each ELL student Assists with language screening and testing using the WIDA screener and WIDA access language assessment. Attends district and school training as needed, including all yearly online WIDA training courses Interacts with parents, as needed in order to support the language development of each student Regular, reliable, predictable attendance and job performance is required Operates various types of office equipment such as computers, copy machines, etc.

Complies with established district policies and procedures.