What are the responsibilities and job description for the EL Paraprofessional (6.5 hours/day - 176 days/year) position at Freeport School District 145?
- Provide one-on-one or small group language instruction to ELL students
- Assist ELL students in understanding and completing classroom tasks
- Support students in developing listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in English
- Help students build academic vocabulary across subject areas
- Support lead teachers in adapting lessons and materials for ELL students
- Assist in creating a welcoming and culturally responsive classroom environment
- Help manage classroom activities, focusing on the needs of ELL students
- Facilitate communication between ELL students and their English-speaking peers
- Act as a cultural bridge between ELL students, their families, and the school
- Assist in translating and interpreting when necessary (if bilingual)
- Help students and families navigate school systems and cultural differences
- Support teachers in understanding and respecting students' cultural backgrounds
- Reinforce concepts taught by the classroom teacher in students' native language if possible
- Assist ELL students with homework and test preparation
- Provide additional explanations of academic content as needed
- Support ELL students in using educational technology and resources
- Assist in administering language proficiency assessments
- Help collect data on students' language development progress
- Participate in the identification and reclassification process for ELL students
- Support teachers in tracking and documenting ELL students' academic progress
- Work closely with ELL teachers, classroom teachers, and other support staff
- Participate in team meetings regarding ELL student progress and needs
- Communicate regularly with teachers about students' language development and academic challenges
- Assist in maintaining open lines of communication with ELL students' families
- Help create or adapt learning materials for ELL students
- Assist in developing visual aids and language support tools
- Contribute to the creation of culturally relevant educational resources
- Organize and maintain ELL resources and materials
- Attend training sessions on ELL instructional strategies and cultural competence
- Stay informed about best practices in second language acquisition
- Participate in workshops on working with diverse student populations
- Seek opportunities to improve personal language skills if bilingual
- Logs of language instruction sessions provided to ELL students
- Records of vocabulary and language concepts taught
- Progress notes on students' language development
- Modified classroom materials with language supports
- Translated documents or resources (if bilingual)
- Visual aids and graphic organizers for language learning
- Records of cultural mediation instances
- Documentation of translation/interpretation services provided
- Notes from meetings with ELL families
- Logs of tutoring sessions and homework assistance
- Examples of scaffolded assignments for ELL students
- Records of technology use in supporting ELL students
- Data collection sheets on language proficiency progress
- Notes on students' performance in language assessments
- Documentation of students' academic achievements in content areas
- Minutes from team meetings about ELL students
- Communication logs with teachers and families
- Emails or messages coordinating ELL support
- Created or adapted ELL learning materials
- Organized ELL resource libraries or digital repositories
- Culturally relevant educational tools and resources
- Certificates from ELL-related training and workshops
- Personal language learning progress (if applicable)
- Reflections on implemented ELL strategies and their effectiveness
- Accelerated English language acquisition among ELL students
- Improved scores on language proficiency assessments
- Enhanced confidence in using English for academic and social purposes
- Improved performance of ELL students in content area subjects
- Increased participation of ELL students in classroom activities
- Higher rates of homework completion and assignment understanding
- Greater involvement of ELL students in school activities and programs
- Improved cross-cultural understanding among all students
- Enhanced sense of belonging for ELL students within the school community
- Increased participation of ELL families in school events and conferences
- Improved communication between the school and ELL families
- Greater understanding among families of the U.S. education system
- More effective differentiation of instruction for ELL students
- Increased use of culturally responsive teaching practices
- Enhanced peer relationships between ELL and non-ELL students
- Improved self-esteem and self-efficacy among ELL students
- Reduced anxiety related to language barriers
- Increased willingness to take risks in language learning
- Enhanced capacity of classroom teachers to support ELL students
- More efficient use of instructional time through targeted ELL support
- Improved collaboration between mainstream and ELL teachers
- More effective use of language learning materials and technologies
- Increased availability of culturally and linguistically appropriate resources
- Better alignment of ELL support with curriculum objectives
- Heightened awareness and celebration of linguistic diversity
- Improved overall school climate regarding inclusion and multiculturalism
- Increased recognition of bilingualism as an asset
- Higher rates of ELL student retention and graduation
- Improved college and career readiness among ELL students
- Enhanced long-term academic and social outcomes for ELL students
- More accurate assessment of ELL students' content knowledge
- Improved tracking of language proficiency growth
- Enhanced ability to demonstrate program effectiveness to stakeholders
JobID: 6414
Position Type:
Support Staff/Paraeducator - ESL
Support Staff/Paraeducator - ESL
Date Posted:
10/1/2025
10/1/2025
Location:
Blackhawk Elementary
Blackhawk Elementary
Anticipated Start Date:
10/20/2025
10/20/2025
TITLE: English Learner Paraprofessional
QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma.
Associate degree or 60 college credit hours or pass the ETS (Educational Testing
Service) ParaPRO Assessment Test
Service) ParaPRO Assessment Test
Educator License with Stipulations (ELS) with a Paraprofessional Endorsement
Speaks the language of the supported students
Evidence of emotional stability and maturity
REPORTS TO: Building Principal
JOB GOAL: Responsible for working with students whose primary language is not English.
Inputs
(activities done by the position/ how they spend their time/ daily schedule
Evidence
(what can we see as a result of the daily schedule - logs, data book, quarterly reports, calendar)
Outcomes
(what happens for students - attendance, test scores, Panorama scores - how do we know this position is getting good ROI?)
1. Language Support
2. Classroom Assistance
3. Cultural Liaison
4. Academic Support
5. Language Assessment and Progress Monitoring
6. Collaboration and Communication
7. Resource Development
8. Professional Development
1. Language Support Documentation
2. Adapted Educational Materials
3. Cultural Liaison Activities
4. Academic Support Records
5. Assessment and Progress Monitoring
6. Collaboration Artifacts
7. Resource Development Products
8. Professional Growth Evidence
1. Language Proficiency
2. Academic Achievement
3. Cultural Integration
4. Family Engagement
5. Classroom Inclusivity
6. Student Confidence and Well-being
7. Teacher Effectiveness
8. Resource Utilization
9. School Culture
10. Long-term Student Success
11. Assessment and Accountability
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 176 day Classified position with salary and hours to be established by the Board of Education. 6.5 hours per day
EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with the provisions established by the Board of Education.
SALARY RANGE: In accordance with the USW (United Steelworkers) Negotiated Agreement - starting wage $16.93 per hour based on 2025/2026 USW Contract.
This job description has been reviewed and is in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Salary : $17