English as a Second Language Paraprofessional

English as a Second Language Paraprofessional

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide academic support to English Learner (EL) students in general education and ESL classrooms, helping students access curriculum and complete assignments.
• Support language development by reinforcing vocabulary, reading comprehension, writing, and speaking skills in one-on-one or small-group settings.
• Assist in the supervision and engagement of EL students throughout the school day, including structured study or intervention periods.
• Collaborate with ESL and content-area teachers to gather and organize instructional materials and resources that support language learning.
• Help facilitate accommodations and modifications as outlined in individual Language Acquisition Plans.
• Serve as a liaison between students, teachers, and the ESL teacher to support effective communication and student needs.
• Maintain confidentiality with records related to student progress, interventions, and services.
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills, especially in culturally diverse settings.
• Assume all other duties as assigned by the building administrator.
• Work as a team member to help our students build success stories.
• This position requires regular and reliable in-person attendance

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Graduate with some college preferred.
• Basic computer literacy desired, with some familiarity with library and media preferred.
• Organizational and clerical skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to relate to students, parents, staff, teachers, and members of the community.

WAGE: Per Hourly Rate

HOURS: Expected to work the full school year at 29 hours per week.