Paraeducator - ESOL

Polk County Public Schools • Lakeland, FL

4d

About The Position

This position provides specialized assistance to schools and supports the care and well-being of students. The Paraeducator - ESOL works under the general supervision of supervisors and teachers. Performance is evaluated through observation, periodic conferences, critiques, records, and reports.

The role provides native-language instructional assistance in basic subject areas and supports vocabulary learning and lesson reinforcement under a teacher’s direction. It also helps facilitate communication among school personnel, teachers, students, and parents; gathers student materials for screenings and assessments; and participates in program in-service activities. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited high school and at least 60 college credit hours, or an associate degree from an accredited college, or a passing score on the Para Pro exam.
• Bilingual and biliterate ability is required.
• Sincere interest in educating and working with young people.
• Ability to understand written and oral instructions, communicate coherently in writing and speech, keep records, prepare simple reports, work cooperatively, and act professionally with school personnel and parents.
• Special abilities may be required for specialized paraprofessional positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide native-language instructional assistance in basic subject areas under the teacher’s direction.
• Serve as a liaison between the school, teacher, students, and parents.
• Assist with communication between school personnel and parents.
• Provide instructional support for vocabulary learning and reinforce regular lessons under the teacher’s direction.
• Gather student materials for required screenings and assessments.
• Participate in program in-service activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree