Abbett | 5hr Multilingual Language Learners School Assistant

PURPOSE

Assists a certified teacher in providing instruction to individuals or small groups of limited or non-English speaking students in a classroom environment in the preparation of instructional materials and implementation of lesson plans and provides a variety of clerical and student management activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Candidate must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must have strong office computer and oral and written communication skills. Incumbents must possess knowledge of child guidance principles and practices and basic instructional methods and techniques.
  
  

Essential Functions

• Assist a certified teacher in providing instruction and in the implementation of lesson plans to individuals or small groups of limited or non-English speaking students in a classroom environment; administer various tests as directed; prepare mandated reports and documentation as required.
• Perform a variety of clerical duties in support of classroom activities such as preparing typing duplicating and filing instructional materials; grade student tests and assignments; record grades; maintain student records and files as assigned.
• Read assignments to students; assist students in completing classroom assignments homework and projects; assure student understanding of classroom rules and procedures; assist students by answering questions providing proper examples emotional support friendly attitude and general guidance.
• Read books to students and observe their reading abilities as assigned; assist students with letter and word pronunciation and recognition; assist students with spelling and writing exercises and assignments.
• Observe and control behavior of students in the classroom according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior.
• Provide classroom support to the teacher by setting up work areas and displays and distributing and collecting paper supplies and materials; operate a variety of classroom and office equipment including a computer and copier as assigned.
• Assure the health and safety of students by following established practices and procedures; maintain learning environment in a safe orderly and clean manner.
• Attend meetings and in-services as assigned.
• Supports the FWCS Schools of Success mission to empower all students to reach their potential through equitable and relevant community-connected experiences to ensure students achieve at least one of the 4E’s - (Enrollment Employment Enlistment or Entrepreneurship.)
• Positively promotes and embodies the FWCS Schools of Success six core competencies in our daily work: Creativity and Innovation Critical and Analytical Thinking Collaboration Communication Cultural Agility and Self-Direction
• Perform related duties as assigned.
  
  

Physical Requirements

To perform the essential functions of this job effectively and safely employees must meet the following physical qualifications:

• Communication Skills:Ability to speak clearly and hear effectively in various environments.
• Manual Dexterity:Adeptness in the use of hands and fingers.
• Postural Endurance:Sit or stand for prolonged periods as the job requires.
• Flexibility:Ability to bend at the waist kneel or crouch to perform specific duties.
• Visual Acuity:Close vision ability with the capacity to adjust focus.
• Mobility:Freedom to sit or walk at will throughout the work environment.
• Strength and Stamina:Capability to lift carry push or pull up to twenty (25) pounds or more.
  
  

FWCS will reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.