Language Paraprofessional - Shared position Twenty Wells Elementary and Mill E

Job  – Shared position with Twenty Wells Elementary and Old Mill Elementary.

The Language Support Paraprofessional provides academic, linguistic, and cultural support to English Learner students in a variety of classroom and school settings. This role works closely with the MEL (Multilingual English Learner Program) Facilitator, general education teachers, and school staff to ensure equitable access to curriculum and a supportive learning environment for MEL students.

The Language Support Paraprofessional will also administer English language proficiency assessments to determine students' performance levels and identify language acquisition needs. Additionally, they facilitate communication between students, families, and school staff, including interpretation and translation when appropriate.

* This is a shared position with Twenty Wells Elementary and Old Mill Elementary.*

• Provide direct instructional support to Multilingual English Learner students under the supervision of the school administrator and/or licensed staff.
• Assist in the delivery of differentiated instruction and language development activities within the general classroom setting.
• Support Newcomer students by providing orientation, registration assistance, and access to district and school resources to ensure a smooth transition into the educational system.
• Help students understand classroom content, assignments, and assessments.
• Facilitate communication between students, families, and school staff, including interpretation and translation when appropriate and qualified.
• Help monitor student progress and provide feedback to administrators, school building facilitators, and teachers.
• Work collaboratively with school administrators, specialists, teachers, counselors, and other staff to ensure that English Learners' academic and social‑emotional needs are met.
• Meet individually with English Learner students to check on academic progress (grades, homework, attendance, etc.) based on referrals or at‑risk determinations.
• Document students' academic progress, attendance tracking, and other required data documentation.
• Assist with English proficiency assessments such as WIDA screenings and WIDA ACCESS testing processes.
• Support school and district efforts to communicate with and involve MEL families, which may include translation support for school meetings and events.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to district policies and procedures.
• Attend district and school training related to paraprofessional qualifications and skills.

• Fluent in Spanish is preferred.
• Ability to carry out written or oral instructions.
• Ability to report work orally or in written form to supervisors is essential.
• Ability to check email daily and respond via email when necessary.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals and maintain cooperative relationships with staff, students, and MEL families.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, families, employees, and others.
• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with English Learner students.
• Willingness to adjust and/or change based on supervisory feedback.
• Must work well independently with self‑initiative and organizational skills.

• Use standard office equipment such as school devices, computers, and copiers when necessary.

• Occasional district/school meetings may require some traveling during the workday.
• Works in standard office and school building environments.

A combination of education and experience that demonstrates the necessary knowledge and skills for successful job performance will be considered.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent is required (submit diploma or certification within the job application).
• Minimum Age:
  Applicants must be at least 18 years old.

* This position is funded by a state and/or federal grant, which is considered a soft funded source. Continuation of the role each school year is contingent on an annual review and ongoing availability of funds.*

• 29 hours per week, student‑contact days (approximately 177 school days), Time Card
• Support Professional Employees Salary Schedule 2025‑2026:
  Level E Rate 1 ($15.85/hr starting pay); additional pay for Associate and/or Bachelor Degrees