Paraeducator - ESOL

Polk County Public Schools • Auburndale, FL

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About The Position

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

The paraeducator provides native-language instructional assistance in basic subject areas and supports vocabulary learning and reinforcement of regular lessons under the teacher’s direction. The position also serves as a liaison among the school, teachers, students, and parents, and assists communication between school personnel and parents. Additional duties include gathering student materials for screenings and assessments, participating in program in-service activities, and performing other duties as 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, speak and write coherently, keep records, make simple reports, work cooperatively, and act professionally with school personnel and parents.
• Ability to sit for the majority of the day and to lift, carry, move, or position objects frequently weighing up to 20 pounds and infrequently weighing 40 pounds or more, with help as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide native-language instructional assistance in basic subject areas under the teacher’s direction.
• Serve as a liaison between the school, teachers, students, and parents.
• Assist 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
• Education Level: Associate degree