Instructional Assistant, Bilingual (Spanish)

Anaheim Union High School District • Anaheim, CA

90d

About The Position

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individuals or small groups of limited or non-English speaking students in a classroom environment by interpreting written materials and oral lectures; serve as an interpreter for teachers or non-English speaking parents as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school.
• 6 months of experience using oral and written bilingual skills in an instructional setting.
• Must be bilingual in the Spanish language.
• Must pass assessment that demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing and mathematics OR possess an Associate's or higher level degree in the field of education.

Responsibilities

• Assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individuals or small groups of limited or non-English speaking students in a classroom environment by interpreting written materials and oral lectures.
• Monitor students in the classroom to assure understanding of material being presented; answer student questions; assist students in reviewing homework assignments and test results; report student progress and behavior to teachers as needed; provide after-school tutoring for students.
• Provide classroom support to teachers by setting up work areas and displays, operating equipment and distributing and collecting paper, supplies and materials; confer with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs.
• Administer and score a variety of tests according to established guidelines; assist in determining English proficiency of identified students; explain and interpret results to appropriate parties.
• Read books to students and observe their reading abilities as assigned; assist students with letter and word pronunciation and recognition.
• Perform a variety of clerical duties such as preparing, typing, duplicating and filing instructional materials, scoring papers and recording grades; maintain student files as assigned; record student attendance.
• Operate a variety of classroom and office equipment including a computer, copier, typewriter and laminator.
• Monitor students during outdoor activities; assist teachers during field trips and a variety of instructional excursions.
• Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures; maintain learning environment in a safe, orderly and clean manner.
• Serve as an interpreter for parent conferences, IEP meetings and telephone calls as needed.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings; attend various in-service meetings as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED