ML/ELL Instructional Aide

ML/ELL Instructional Aide

Hammond Academy of Science and Technology is seeking a ML/ELL Instructional aide to provide instructional and classroom support for its ML program for the remainder of the 2026-27 school year. Part-time, 29.5 hours a week.

The school currently enrolls approximately 600 students in grades 6-12. The Academy serves a diverse population of students. The curriculum is project-based, reflecting the complexity of the real world. Instructional technology is infused throughout daily instruction and integrated into the curriculum and instructional methodologies. Partnerships with local organizations open the learning environment to the outside world.

Intervention aides who work at Hammond Academy must be Highly Qualified upon employment; by meeting at least one (1) of the three (3) following requirements:

• Completed at least 2 years (48 credit hours or more) of study in higher education.
• Obtained an associate’s degree (or higher).
• Meet a rigorous standard of quality by passing the ETS – Praxis ParaPro Assessment exam demonstrating knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, reading readiness, writing and mathematics or successfully complete district course for Highly Qualified status.

A Paraprofessional:

• Provides instructional support to classroom teacher and/or Title facilitator;
• Provide reinforcement of skills as prescribed by teacher;
• Help students as they complete lessons delivered by teacher;
• Collaborates with teacher(s) as assigned for the purpose of communicating information, resolving issues, and providing services in compliance with established guidelines;
• Reports to classroom teacher, Special Programs Director, and/or building principal;
• Attends meetings and in-service presentations for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions;
• Assists in monitoring supplementary work, providing small group instruction for students; and,
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Work days – school days as assigned

Wage: Depends on experience and education.

Please apply at the following website https://www.applitrack.com/hammondacademy/onlineapp/

Questions? Contact Danielle Lopez, Special Programs Director dlopez2@hammondacademy.org or Dr. Deb Snedden, Superintendent dsnedden@hammondacademy.org

Hammond Academy is committed to equal opportunity; and is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, handicapping conditions, or national origin, including limited English proficiency, in any employment opportunity.