7.2026 - Classified - ELL Para

Kearney NE; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Kearney Public Schools in Kearney, NE is seeking an ELL Para to support English language learners during the 180 school days per year. The schedule follows the school calendar and the starting date is immediate.

Responsibilities include assisting the ELL teacher with learning activities, developing materials, organizing centers, and maintaining student files. Strong communication and supervision skills are essential, with Spanish speaking preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and families.
• Ability and desire to work with students who are non- or limited English speaking.
• Excellent organizational and student supervision skills.

Responsibilities

• Works with individual or small groups of students as directed by the ELL teacher or classroom teacher in all academic areas.
• Works with individual or small groups of students as directed by teacher.
• Assists the ELL teacher in the development and organization of appropriate learning materials and activities for ELL students.
• Assists the ELL teacher in development of learning centers, games, etc.
• Assists certified staff in the preparation of written reports/forms.
• Assists in maintenance of student files and information forms.
• Reproduces curriculum materials, reports, etc., as requested and approved by the ELL teacher.
• Performs any other duties assigned by the ELL teacher or principal.

Skills

Communication skills

Working with ELL students

Organizational skills

Student supervision

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

7.2026 - Classified - ELL Para

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Job Details

Job ID: 5832594

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Days per year: 180

Schedule will follow the school calendar.

Spanish Speaking Preferred

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and families.
• Ability and desire to work with students who are non- or limited English speaking.
• Excellent organizational and student supervision skills.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (Include, but are not limited to)

• Works with individual or small groups of students as directed by the ELL teacher or classroom teacher in all academic areas.
• Works with individual or small groups of students as directed by teacher.
• Assists the ELL teacher in the development and organization of appropriate learning materials and activities for ELL students.
• Assists the ELL teacher in development of learning centers, games, etc.
• Assists certified staff in the preparation of written reports/forms.
• Assists in maintenance of student files and information forms.
• Reproduces curriculum materials, reports, etc., as requested and approved by the ELL teacher.
• Performs any other duties assigned by the ELL teacher or principal.

At Will Employment Employment with the Kearney Public School district is not for any period of time, and employment may be terminated at any time at the convenience of the terminating party, with or without cause, and with or without notice. Employment with the school district is not governed by any express or implied contract of employment.

It is the policy of the Kearney Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, nationalor ethnicorigin, sex, age,veteran status, marital status, disability, pregnancy,childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information, or other protected conditions, in its educational programs, activities, or employment policies. Persons requiring accommodations to apply and/or be considered for positions are asked to make their request to the Director of Human Resources.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

The Kearney Public School District hereby gives this statement of compliance and intends to comply with all state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination.

This school district intends to take any necessary measures to assure compliance with such laws against any prohibited form of discrimination.

The Kearney Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race (including skin color, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation or gender identity, or other protected status in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Title IX, Title II, Title VI & Section 504 –

Melissa Herrmann, Director ofhuman Resources

Kearney Public Schools

320 West 24 th Street

Kearney, NE 68845

308-698-8011

[e-mail]

Position Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• Rebecca Noetzelman , Human Resources
• Central Office (WLRC)
• Email: [e-mail]