Bilingual Teacher Aide - (English/Spanish)

Bethany Christian Services USA • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

Bethany Christian Services is a faith-based organization working to ensure children are safe, loved, and connected through family. It supports families, foster care and adoption, and refugees across 29 states. The Bilingual Teacher Aide supports the organization’s mission by assisting with classroom instruction and student care. The aide helps plan and deliver lessons, prepare instructional materials, monitor student learning and behavior, and maintain accurate records of student progress. The role also involves communicating with case managers, clinicians, foster parents, and supervisors, supervising students in the classroom and on field trips, and participating in school activities and staff and treatment team meetings. Duties may vary based on program needs and may include assisting with or leading a preschool classroom and providing instruction as a backup to the teacher.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in Spanish and English, with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to report to work regularly and punctually.
• Preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds.
• Must obtain CPR, First Aid, and AEC certifications upon hire or within 60 days of hire.
• Flexibility and creativity in a diverse work setting.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Highly motivated and self-managed.
• Ability to pass required medical examinations and fulfill essential job functions, including physical restraints of a resident.
• Successfully pass an annual TB test and document preference to receive or decline Hepatitis immunization.
• Integrity and good moral character appropriate to providing care.
• Relevant experience and/or qualifications to work with the clients and clients with special needs, and appropriate training and licensing as necessary.
• Proof of immunity to vaccine-preventable diseases transmitted by the respiratory route, including completion of the primary TDap or Tdap vaccination series; if the primary series was completed in childhood, one Tdap dose in adulthood.
• Medical examination results as required by state licensing, including TB test results and immunization records.
• Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions, including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be 21 years old, have a valid driver’s license, and have at least three years of driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany.
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Records check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate insurance coverage.
• Must pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries.
• Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Commitment to Unity.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Education from an accredited college, or some college coursework in Educational Instruction.
• Prior work experience teaching ELL/ESL.
• Demonstrated cross-cultural sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, preparing, and delivering lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
• Assist with delivering lesson plans and tests in accordance with established procedures.
• Assist with instruction and monitor students’ use of learning materials and equipment.
• Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
• Manage student behavior by establishing and enforcing classroom rules and procedures, and maintain discipline in accordance with program rules and disciplinary systems.
• Provide students with appropriate feedback on their work; encourage and monitor individual progress and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
• Maintain and update accurate, complete records of students’ progress and development in alignment with program requirements.
• Participate in school activities and staff and treatment team meetings.
• Supervise children during field trips and in the classroom.
• Communicate regularly with case managers, clinicians, foster parents, and the assigned supervisor about student progress, concerns, or needs.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for learning activities.
• Assist the teacher in delivering classroom activities and creating lesson plans and classroom curriculum.
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for educational activities.
• Assist with or lead a preschool classroom if necessary.
• Serve as a backup to the teacher and provide instruction to students.
• Attend internal and external trainings and apply newly gained knowledge on the job.
• Participate in Bethany-sponsored events when required or requested.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Access to training, professional development, and career growth opportunities.
• Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match eligibility.
• Generous time off, including 11 paid holidays, PTO Your Way, paid parental leave, and separate sick and paid absence banks.
• Education reimbursement for those who qualify.
• Employee assistance and wellness program.
• Employer-paid long-term disability and group term life insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED