Multilingual Para Pool - Special Programs (260713003)

This job posting is for an applicant pool to fill one position type at multiple locations. Final location assignments will be determined during the hiring process based on district needs and candidate preferences where possible.

Applications submitted by July 31 will receive guaranteed consideration.

This position is 6 hrs/day for 181 days/year.

To be considered for any Paraeducator position, please provide a copy of your high school diploma or GED equivalent (unofficial copy).

To be eligible for a regular Paraeducator position, please provide ONE of the following:

• An official transcript from an accredited college or university conferring your AA Degree (or higher)
• An official transcript identifying successful completion of 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits from an accredited college or university
• A copy of your ParaPro Test (Praxis) with a passing score of 455 or higher or your Pearson Assessment with a score of 220 or higher or your Master Teacher test must exceed 65%.

BREMERTON SCHOOL DISTRICT 100-C

JOB DESCRIPTION - ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNER (ELL) PARAEDUCATOR

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Assist in carrying out instructional programs for students enrolled as English Language Learners (ELL). This includes working with individual students and/or small groups, acting as a liaison between the school and home, and assisting with assessment testing.

Reports to and evaluated by: Assistant Director of Special Programs

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Tutors students individually or in small groups in prescribed learning activities; ensures student understanding of material. Carries out specific ELL programs to meet student needs.

Works closely with classroom teachers to correlate tutoring with class work.

Acts as a liaison between teaching and support staff and parents to address learning, attendance, behavioral, and/or social concerns.

Monitors progress of assigned students.

Collects and assists in grading student assignments and completes record keeping for District/State requirements.

Prepares materials for student use.

Assists in resolving problems caused by cultural differences.

May accompany students on field trips; assists in field trip planning.

Administers prepared assessment tests and program prescriptive activities; maintains records of testing results. Attends program related staff meetings; attends parent-teacher conferences to share information regarding students when requested.

Strives to remain current on ELL teaching strategies.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education:
• High school diploma or equivalent;
• 72 college credits or an AA Degree or
• ParaPro Test (Praxis) with a passing score of 455 or higher, Pearson Assessment with a score of 220 or higher, or Master Teacher test with a score over 65%
• Some child development course work or training preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students having limited fluency in English.
• Fluency in both English and Spanish and/or other languages preferred.
• Ability to organize and coordinate activities.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of assigned subject areas.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Ability to interact with students in a positive, caring manner.
• Knowledge of student academics, social and physical development.
• Understanding of cultural differences.
• Ability to use creativity in modifying assignments to promote student understanding.
• Ability to manage student behavior and work as part of a team.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and parents.

September 2017