ELL Tutor

Sioux City Community School District • Sioux City, IA

105d

About The Position

The ELL Tutor provides assistance and motivation to students that have been identified as English Language Learners. Works closely with students throughout the school day to help the students learn and succeed in all classroom settings.

Requirements

• Two years of study at an institution of higher education; or
• Associate degree or higher; or
• Obtain voluntary certification through the Board of Educational Examiners (Paraeducator Certification); or
• Successful completion of ACT WorkKeys (NCRC Assessment).
• Minimum education includes a high school graduate and previous experience working with children.
• Bilingual is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and work effectively with teachers, co-workers, parents, and other caregivers as an educational team.
• Practice professional, legal, and ethical conduct toward students, parents, and co-workers.
• Motivate and assist students to build self-esteem, discipline, develop interpersonal skills, think independently, and learn actively.
• Use developmentally appropriate instructional interventions for curricular activities in the areas of cognitive, motor, self-help, social interaction, and language development for students.
• Understand and appreciate diversity in children's cultural heritage, lifestyles, values systems, and human rights.
• Gather formal and informal data regarding students, and provide feedback to teachers to improve effective instruction for students.
• Participate in parent/teacher conferences to facilitate communication.
• Work with ELL teacher to deliver the ELDA test and collaborate on K-2 as appropriate.
• Maintain confidentiality with student information and student records.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees