ELL Program ParaEducator

About the position

The job of ParaEducator-Classroom was established for the purpose of providing support to the instructional program within assigned classroom with specific responsibility for improving students' success in basic academics; observing and documenting student progress; implementing plans for instruction; and assisting teachers with clerical tasks. This job reports to School Principal.

Responsibilities

• Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives.
• Administers tests, homework assignments, make-up work, etc. for the purpose of identifying student proficiency levels, enhancing students English language skills and supporting teachers in the instructional process.
• Communicates with supervising instructional staff, professional support personnel, and parents as requested for the purpose of assisting in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP objectives.
• Documents student's daily activities for the purpose of completing daily logs and student's hourly activities.
• Maintains instructional materials and/or manual and electronic files/records for the purpose of ensuring availability of items; providing written reference; and/or meeting mandated requirements.
• Models conversation, manners, cleanup activities, listening, and everyday interactions for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.
• Monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.
• Promotes good study habits for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcome.
• Provides instruction to students under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of implementing IEP goals, assisting in adapting to mainstream classrooms and ensuring student's success.
• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or referring to appropriate personnel.
• Responds to inquiries for the purpose of solving problems, providing information and/or referral.
• Translates verbal and written communication(s) for the purpose of assisting students, teachers and parents in communicating.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Must meet the ESSA Para Educator Requirements
• Good Human relations and interpersonal skills

Nice-to-haves

• MAM and/or Spanish Speaking, preferred