English as a Second Language Paraprofessional

Countryside Academy • Benton Harbor, MI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The English as a Second Language (ESL) Paraprofessional will provide instructional support to English Learners under the direction of a certified teacher. This role focuses on reinforcing English language development through various activities, supporting students in accessing the curriculum with appropriate accommodations, and fostering an inclusive, culturally responsive learning environment. The paraprofessional will also assist in monitoring student progress and collaborate with the educational team to enhance student achievement.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One of the following: Associate's Degree; or Minimum of 60 college credit hours; or Passing score of 460 or higher on the ETS ParaPro Assessment.
• Ability to work effectively with culturally and linguistically diverse students.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide small-group and individual instruction to English Learners as directed by the ESL teacher and/or classroom teacher.
• Reinforce language development lessons aligned to Michigan English Language Development Standards and WIDA English Language Development Standards.
• Support students in developing academic vocabulary, reading comprehension, oral language, writing, and listening skills.
• Assist students with classroom assignments while encouraging the use of English in meaningful academic contexts.
• Use visual supports, manipulatives, graphic organizers, sentence frames, and other instructional strategies to increase student understanding.
• Assist in implementing accommodations identified for English Learners.
• Encourage student engagement and participation in classroom instruction.
• Support multilingual learners while promoting independence and confidence.
• Collaborate regularly with the ESL teacher, classroom teachers, interventionists, and administrators regarding student progress.
• Participate in planning meetings, professional learning, and staff meetings as requested.
• Communicate observations regarding student progress to the supervising teacher.
• Support family engagement activities and parent conferences as requested, while maintaining confidentiality.
• Assist in monitoring student growth and documenting instructional support provided.
• Maintain accurate records required for Title I, Section 31a, and English Learner programming.
• Complete required documentation, including PARS logs and other district-required records.
• Assist with preparing instructional materials and organizing resources for language instruction.
• Help maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment.
• Reinforce classroom expectations and positive behavior support consistent with the school's PBIS framework.
• Take reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, instructional materials, and facilities.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student records and information.
• Arrive on time for all assigned duties.
• Remain actively engaged and supervise students during assigned instructional and non-instructional times.
• Assist with arrival, dismissal, lunch, recess, hallway, and other supervisory duties as assigned.
• Report concerns regarding student safety, behavior, attendance, or academic performance to the supervising teacher or building administrator.
• Promote respectful interactions and positive student behavior at all times.

What This Job Offers

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