Position Title: | Bilingual Paraprofessional |
Payroll/Personnel Type: | 9 Month |
Job #: | 5321 |
Reports to: | Principal |
Shift Length: | 7.35 |
Union Eligibility: | Eligible |
Starting Salary | 18.04 Hourly |
Position Summary: The primary function of the Teacher Assistant II Bilingual – ESL will be to perform the duties required to assist the teacher with paperwork, classroom activities and general supervision of children identified as Limited English Proficient (LEP) students; instruct and aid students in the acquisition of English language skills and the culture of American society and American school.
Essential Functions:
Distribute teaching material to students and assist with reading, completion of papers and questions from students
Supervise standardized testing and makeup work as assigned by teacher
Collect completed assignments and tests
Help students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments to present or reinforce learning concepts and skills using guides prepared or approved by the teacher
Make copies for classroom projects as instructed, research learning resources, set up projects and clean areas after completion
Maintain order in the classroom, school and on school grounds, particularly during lunch, before, after and between classes, reporting any incidents or concerns to the proper authority
Take class attendance and submit attendance reports
Check and correct homework and tests using answer sheets or electronic marking devices
Escort students to designated areas for other classes
Decorate and maintain bulletin boards and other learning displays in accordance with the season or current lesson topic
Attend staff meetings and parent/teacher conferences to provide and receive information
Perform related duties or special projects
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to fluently speak and write in English and at least one other language
Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written and oral form
Ability to effectively work, interact, and verbally communicate with children and adults
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Good organizational skills and capable of performing multiple tasks
Qualifications:
Holds a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent
A minimum of 60 semester hours of credit from a regionally accredited institution of high education OR has passed a test of basic skills (the ETS Paraprofessional or ACT Work Keys) OR holds an associate’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution of higher education.
Physical Requirements:
Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle
Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body
Light work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree
Working Conditions and Environment:
Work is routinely performed in a typical interior/classroom environment
Very limited or no exposure to physical risk
Disclaimer:
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
Review/Approvals:
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Employee Date Immediate Supervisor Date
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Human Resources Date
In connection with hiring for this position, the district shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or national origin.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled
Interested candidates should apply online at www.ksd111.org
Dr. James L. Henderson
Interim Assistant Superintendent of People Services
EOE/AA/D/V