English as a Second Language Paraprofessional

Byron Center Public Schools•Byron Center, MI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides academic support to English Learner (EL) students in general education and ESL classrooms, helping students access curriculum and complete assignments. The role focuses on supporting language development by reinforcing vocabulary, reading comprehension, writing, and speaking skills in one-on-one or small-group settings. The paraprofessional will also assist in the supervision and engagement of EL students throughout the school day, including structured study or intervention periods. Collaboration with ESL and content-area teachers is key for gathering and organizing instructional materials. The role involves facilitating accommodations and modifications as outlined in individual Language Acquisition Plans and serving as a liaison between students, teachers, and the ESL teacher. Maintaining confidentiality and demonstrating strong communication and interpersonal skills in culturally diverse settings are essential. The position requires regular and reliable in-person attendance and teamwork to help students build success stories.

Requirements

High School Graduate
Basic computer literacy desired
Some familiarity with library and media preferred
Organizational and clerical skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks
Ability to relate to students, parents, staff, teachers, and members of the community
Regular and reliable in-person attendance

Nice To Haves

Some college preferred

Responsibilities

Provide academic support to English Learner (EL) students in general education and ESL classrooms, helping students access curriculum and complete assignments.
Support language development by reinforcing vocabulary, reading comprehension, writing, and speaking skills in one-on-one or small-group settings.
Assist in the supervision and engagement of EL students throughout the school day, including structured study or intervention periods.
Collaborate with ESL and content-area teachers to gather and organize instructional materials and resources that support language learning.
Help facilitate accommodations and modifications as outlined in individual Language Acquisition Plans.
Serve as a liaison between students, teachers, and the ESL teacher to support effective communication and student needs.
Maintain confidentiality with records related to student progress, interventions, and services.
Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills, especially in culturally diverse settings.
Assume all other duties as assigned by the building administrator.
Work as a team member to help our students build success stories.