ESOL Paraprofessional

Reports to:

Building Principal

Department: ESOL Department

• High school diploma
• At least one (1) of the following:
  • Two (2) years of college credit
  • An associate's degree (or higher)
  • Provide evidence of passing the Arkansas State Board of Education adopted Praxis Paraprofessional Assessment
• Communicate clearly, both orally and in writing
• Possess basic knowledge of technology and keyboarding to support student learning
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate patience, initiative, and willingness to learn
• Eagerness to work with children of all abilities, languages, and cultural backgrounds

185 day contract with benefits according to Siloam Springs School Board policies.

• Be an integral part of the ESOL Team and collaborate with classroom content teachers
• Provide English language acquisition and academic assistance to students, one-on-one or in small groups
• Support the preparation of instructional materials that reflect appropriate ELL modifications and accommodations
• Re-word and/or clarify lesson content in a comprehensible manner given a student's level of English proficiency
• Maintain confidentiality
• Support supervision of and monitor students throughout the school day
• Provide clerical support for program and administration
• Collect student data and share information with appropriate staff

• Exhibit professionalism and culturally proficient skills and attitudes
• Provide a safe and nurturing environment
• Represent the ESOL team on school committees
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors or administration.