ESL (English as a Second Language) Teacher Assistant

Campbell County School District #1 • Gillette, WY

10h

About The Position

The ESL Teacher Assistant supports a certificated ESL classroom teacher by helping supervise and instruct individual students and small groups, and by providing instructional and clerical support to teachers and staff. The position works 7 hours per day during a 187-day school year and is open until filled. Required testing must be completed before the position’s closing date.

The assistant helps students with lesson assignments and implements instructional programs and lesson plans under the direction of the ESL classroom teacher. The role also involves maintaining student files and records, modifying classroom work and homework to reinforce instructional objectives, monitoring students in settings such as classrooms, playgrounds, lunchrooms, and libraries, and encouraging students’ development and self-esteem.

The assistant may administer language tests and record scores, attend meetings and in-service presentations, and assist other personnel as needed. The work is performed under direct supervision using standardized routines. The usual work environment is generally hazard-free and involves approximately 50% sitting, 25% walking, and 25% standing, with some lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Meet the required testing qualification: at least 48 college credits, an associate degree or higher, or a score of 265 or better in each category of the Wonderlic Tests. Testing must be completed before the position’s closing date if the education/credit requirement is not met.
• Valid driver’s license and evidence of insurability.
• Job-related experience is desired.
• Ability to communicate with diverse groups, maintain confidentiality, set priorities, and work as part of a team.
• Ability to use standard office equipment and pertinent software applications and to prepare and maintain accurate records.
• Knowledge of grammar and punctuation, child development stages, learning styles, and age-appropriate activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist individual students and small groups with lesson assignments to reinforce learning concepts and support academic goals.
• Implement instructional programs and lesson plans under the direction of an ESL classroom teacher.
• Maintain student files and records, adapt instructional materials, check homework, and grade papers as needed.
• Modify classroom work and homework to support or reinforce classroom objectives.
• Monitor students in classrooms and other settings to enforce school rules and procedures and provide a safe, positive learning environment.
• Promote good habits and self-esteem to support student outcomes and development in the ESL program.
• Administer language tests and record or input scores into student files.
• Attend meetings and in-service presentations related to job functions.
• Assist other personnel as required to support an efficient and effective work environment.

What This Job Offers

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