Bilingual Instructional Aide Itinerant ~ Part Time 5.5 hours, Various Sites, Job #26-114
About The Position
Under general supervision, the Bilingual Instructional Aide assists a certificated employee with instructional activities conducted through another language and performs clerical and student-support tasks requiring fluency in that language. The role requires proficiency in a second language and includes supporting students’ positive self-concepts, promoting cross-cultural understanding, and providing academic instruction through students’ primary language when necessary. The position is part-time, 5.5 hours, and itinerant across various sites. Fluency in Spanish is required. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and meet one of these criteria: two years of college (48 units), an associate degree or higher, or a passing score on a local assessment of knowledge and skills in assisting with instruction. Fingerprint clearance and a clear TB test are required, and a pre-employment physical is required after an offer.
Requirements
- Fluency in Spanish is required.
- High school diploma or equivalent, and either two years of college (48 units), an associate degree or higher, or a passing score on a local assessment of knowledge and skills in assisting with instruction.
- Clear fingerprints and a clear TB test are required.
- Pass a pre-employment physical once offered the position.
- Proficiently read, write, and speak the target language.
- Provide oral-language development skills for non-English or limited-English speakers in both English and their primary language.
- Give directions clearly and write legibly in English and the target language.
- Learn and use standard teaching aids and office machines.
- Read and understand test instructions, teacher manuals, and guidelines.
- Perform routine clerical work and understand and carry out oral and written directions.
- Maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with children and adults.
- Demonstrate math, spelling, grammar, and English usage sufficient to pass the District-adopted competency test.
- Have training, education, and experience in any combination that demonstrates the required knowledge and abilities and capacity to perform the duties.
Responsibilities
- Administer tests for incoming students, monitor their progress in learning to communicate effectively in English, and report results for cumulative folders.
- Tutor individual students and small groups to reinforce and follow up on learning activities.
- Monitor and assist students with drills, practice, and repetition.
- Communicate with students in the target language to clarify content and instructions and answer questions.
- Oversee and supervise students in a variety of learning environments.
- Set up and, as needed, operate audio-visual equipment.
- Communicate regularly with teachers to monitor students’ progress.
- Participate in student meetings, including SSTs, IEPs, Title 1 meetings, and DAC meetings.
- Translate for parents during meetings and translate school notices and memos.
- Advocate for English learner families and students.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
