Educational Aide- ELL

Position Title: Educational Aide - English Learners Classification: Classified Reports to: Principal & Director of Student Services Location: District Reporting Unit Status: Classified FLSA Status:  Salary: OAPSE Salary Schedule - Aide Classification Overview:   The English Language Learner (ELL) aide will be responsible for assisting second-language learners in acquiring English and evaluating students' progress in acquiring the language. Support must be provided at various language levels for speaking, listening, reading, and/or writing. The ELL aide should have excellent oral and written English skills and an understanding of cultural and language differences, and the diversity reflected in the ELL student population.  Key Responsibilities: Assist Students in Academic Success: Work with individual students or groups to ensure they understand lesson concepts, complete assignments, and improve academic performance, with a particular focus on overcoming language barriers.  Present Instructional Programs: Present portions of the instructional programs under the supervision of the classroom teacher and/or building principal.  Modify Classroom Activities: Adapt classroom assignments, activities, and materials, under the teacher's direction, to meet the needs of ELL students.  Provide Student Support: Tutor individual students facing language challenges, helping them succeed academically.  Reinforce Learning Concepts: Assist in implementing lesson plans and instructional programs to reinforce learning, in both individual and group settings.  Assess Student Needs: Make recommendations to the teacher regarding student needs or program adjustments to better support learning objectives.  Monitor Student Progress: Communicate with teachers and other personnel to assess student progress.  Maintain Healthy Learning Environment: Assist in creating and maintaining a supportive and healthy learning environment for all students.  Participate in Meetings: Take part in planning meetings related to student services and organizational concerns.  Clerical Duties: Perform filing, maintain student records, and complete other clerical tasks as needed.  Staff Development: Participate in staff development activities to improve instructional practices and professional growth.  Confidentiality: Maintain strict confidentiality regarding student and program information.  Execute additional tasks and leadership duties as assigned by the Superintendent or their designee. Key Qualifications: High School Diploma, Associate's Degree preferred Appropriate State of Ohio Educational Aide certificate  Such alternatives to the above as deemed appropriate by the Superintendent.