Bilingual Associate Instructor I, II, III - Doss High School (2026-2027) Job ID: 40605 Start Ti

Position: Bilingual Associate Instructor I, II, III - Doss High School (2026-2027) Job ID: 40605 Start Ti[...]

Job Description:

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Salary

Schedule:

1A Grade 6/7/8 (ATTACHED)

• As per Board-approved  salary placement rules/schedules. Working Calendar:187 Days/ 7hr Salary Range: $17.00/hr.
  
  - $26.96/hr esz/Choice Zone Stipend $1.00 per hour

There are currently over eight thousand students in Jefferson County Public Schools who speak English as a second language. They come from dozens of different cultural backgrounds and nearly every continent, culture and country of origin can profoundly influence a childs identity, life experiences, and learning, which is why it is so important for educators to become familiar with these various global cultures.

The English as a Second Language (ESL) program provides Interpretation and Translation services for the entire school district to help our schools/programs communicate effectively with limited English-speaking families.
Please see the attachments for the job description and salary information.
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position is responsible for assisting in the coordination, creation, and implementation of supports for Multilingual Learners (MLs) and their families. This position requires supporting in the coordination of resources and partnerships in conjunction with diverse community stakeholders and provided direct service to MLs and their families.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

INSTRUCTOR I BILINGUAL ASSOCIATE:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Passing Score on the Kentucky Para-educator Assessment or 48 college hours
• Demonstrated proficiency in two (2) languages, English and the appropriate language.
• Experience in working with children and parents with special needs, multi-cultural and multi-ethnic backgrounds
• Knowledge of or receptive to philosophy, policy and methodology of the U.S. educational system
• Effective communication skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

INSTRUCTOR II BILINGUAL ASSOCIATE:

• Associate Degree or approved equivalent training (64 college semester hours) and experience
• One year of successful experience in related field
• Demonstrated proficiency in two (2) languages, English and the appropriate language.
• Experience in working with children and parents with special needs, multi-cultural and multi-ethnic backgrounds
• Knowledge of or receptive to philosophy, policy, and methodology of the U.S. educational system
• Effective communication skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

INSTRUCTOR III BILINGUAL ASSOCIATE:

• Bachelors degree
• Three (3) years of successful teaching experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in two (2) languages, English and the appropriate language.
• Experience in working with children and parents with special needs, multi-cultural and multi-ethnic backgrounds.
• Knowledge of or receptive to philosophy, policy, and methodology of the U.S. educational system
• Effective communication skills
• If your highest education is High School or GED you must take and pass the Kentucky Para educator Assessment Exam. The exam is free and you have three chances to obtain a passing score.
• Information you enter in the Experience section of the online application will be used to verify your qualification for this position. Information should be entered accurately and completely. Falsification of an employment application is grounds for exclusion from consideration and/or termination.**

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