Teacher Assistant-Bilingual (Creole)

Broward County Public Schools•Lauderdale Lakes, FL

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Teacher Assistant-Bilingual provides bilingual instructional assistance in the classroom, including preparing instructional materials, presenting classroom instruction, performing clerical duties, and assisting with and supervising students to support their education. Assignments are consistent with applicable state statutes and regulations and the educational practices and programs of The School Board of Broward County, Florida. The role may also assist with implementing a specific grant when necessary. The assistant works under teacher supervision to support individual students and small groups in their home language, help monitor student progress, maintain ELL records, support ESOL assessments, and communicate with non-English-speaking parents through translation and interpretation. The position also supports the school’s ELL committee and ESOL Parent Advisory Council, follows applicable safety rules and policies, and participates in relevant training and professional learning. This is a nonexempt position at Lauderdale Lakes Middle School. The work calendar is 189 days, and hours are established by the School Board. Compensation is listed as $16.89 per hour; new hires are paid at the minimum of the assigned salary range.

Requirements

Standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of an approved GED Testing Program.
Successful completion of the Principles of Teaching course at the designated technical college in the Broward County School District and a passing ParaPro Test score, or another officially sanctioned standard test demonstrating the ability to assist with instruction in reading/language arts, writing, and mathematics, or the corresponding readiness areas.
Ability to speak, read, and write English and the language representative of the targeted English Language Learner population.
Sensitivity to other cultures.
Ability to work with students.
Computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree from an accredited institution or at least 60 semester hours of earned college credit from an accredited institution.
At least two years of demonstrated experience working with children within the last five years.
Six semester hours in human growth and development.

Responsibilities

Provide academic assistance and support in students’ home language to individual students and small groups, as directed by and under the supervision of the teacher.
Confer with teachers as needed about programs and materials to meet student needs.
Assist teachers in regularly evaluating student progress and providing feedback to students and parents in a mode of communication the parents understand.
Assist with ELL folders and record keeping, including file placement and achievement data.
Assist with administering ESOL eligibility testing and appropriate assessments designed to measure and observe student progress.
Translate phone calls, notes, and letters between school and non-English-speaking parents.
Assist and serve as a member of the school’s ELL committee.
Assist with meetings and ESOL Parent Advisory Councils as an interpreter or translator.
Perform other non-instructional duties on a limited basis under the supervision of certified personnel or an administrator.
Perform duties in compliance with the School Board’s equal employment and nondiscrimination policies.
Participate in training programs that enhance skills and proficiency related to job responsibilities.
Review current developments, literature, and technical information related to job responsibilities.
Ensure adherence to safety rules and procedures.
Follow federal and state requirements and School Board policies.
Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or designee.