ELL Associate - Perkins Elementary

Des Moines Public School District•Des Moines, IA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Support language acquisition of English Language Learners by helping prepare for materials and assist student academically. This position requires continuous use of independent judgment. The essential functions as shown below represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position requirements will vary depending on the needs of the Teaching & Learning department.

Requirements

High school diploma, HiSET , or G.E.D.
Bilingual or Multilingual
Completion of required district provided associate training within the first year of employment
Knowledge of working with the English Language Learners.
Knowledge of second language acquisition and second language instruction program.
Competency working in a culturally diverse environment or the willingness to acquire these skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in education , student services, world language or related field.
Experience working with children and families with a refugee or immigrant background.

Responsibilities

Assist students in the ELL program in the development of English language in all domains.
Assist in maintaining a safe and orderly instructional environment.
Supervise lunchroom, playground, halls, classroom, and other assigned areas.
Clarify and reinforce teacher directions.
Assist with instruction in the community setting.
Assist in individual or group activities under the teacher’s supervision.
Assist ELL in interpreting and following the direction of the teacher.
Reinforce skills the teacher has taught.
Assist with parent/teacher conferences.
Assist with implementing building level initiatives.
Attend required professional development on designated dates throughout the school year.
Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
Maintain confidentiality.
Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
Assist with other duties as may be assigned.