What are the responsibilities and job description for the Roy Jr High - PT Secondary Aide (EL/ESL/MLL) (30466) position at Roy Junior High?
Title: Secondary Aide
Emphasis/es: English Learner (EL) Support, Student Advocacy
Calendar/Contract: 180 Days
Salary Schedule: Lane 4(B) of the Educational Support Paraprofessionals Salary Schedule
Hours: 5.75 hours/day | 28.75 hours/week
Benefits-Eligible: No
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Application Note:
This position will remain open until filled after a minimum of five working days (three working days if EMERGENCY HIRE is indicated). Applications will be reviewed prior to scheduling interviews. Current employees of Weber School District should ensure they are marked as an internal candidate to access to the internal application.
This position is funded, in full or in part, through grant allocations or student enrollment-based funding sources. Continued employment (or the position’s hourly workload) is contingent upon the availability of future funding, as determined on yearly basis.
Purpose Statement:
The job of Secondary EL Aide was established for the purpose/s of performing classroom and non-classroom translation tasks and serving as a resource to other school personnel requiring assistance with non-English speaking persons.
Essential Functions:
- Administers homework, make-up work, etc. for the purpose of reinforcing materials or skills based on an understanding of individual students, their needs, interests and abilities.
- Confers with teacher, counselor, administrator, student and/or parents as may be required for the purpose of receiving and/or conveying information regarding students' activities and progress.
- Implements instructional programs and lesson plans for the purpose of assisting the ESL and classroom teacher in improving students' academic success through a defined course of study.
- Instructs students individually or in groups with lesson assignments (e.g. modifying lessons, tutoring, etc.) for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.
- Monitors individual and/or groups of students in various activities (e.g. classroom, library, playground activities, field trips, assemblies, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
- Performs record keeping and clerical functions (e.g. maintaining student records, scheduling, copying, translating lesson materials, scoring language assessment tests, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the ESL teacher and/or administrator in providing necessary records/materials.
- Serves a resource between the family, student and district for the purpose of responding to inquiries, coordinating meetings, and referring to community agencies.
- Attendance is an Essential Function of this Position:
- Physical presence at the worksite is an essential function of this position. The role requires in-person collaboration, direct interaction with team members, other staff, students, and/or guardians, and access to on-site equipment and resources.
Other Functions:
- Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
Job Requirements and Minimum Qualifications (Required/Preferred Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities):
- Must be proficient in required second language; translating written documents; operating standard office equipment using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.
- Must have knowledge of application of ESL instruction/tutorial procedures and processes; age appropriate activities; fluency in second language; and stages of child development.
- Must be able to communicate with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; establishing effective working relationships; and adapting to changing work priorities.
- Experience: Previous related experience is preferred.
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Weber School District has the right to revise this position description at any time.
WEBER SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY (EEO) EMPLOYER