Bilingual Associate

Washington School; Harvard (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fifteen paid sick days

Two paid personal days annually

Tuition reimbursement

Board-paid term life insurance

Employee Assistance Plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Washington School in Harvard, Illinois is seeking a Bilingual Associate to support teachers and students in the general education setting. The Educational Support Personnel will provide flexible interventions and translations as needed to assist diverse learners.

The role is full-time, 9 months, with compensation determined by the Board of Education and cemented in the collective bargaining agreement. Immediate starting date and ongoing professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 60 college credit hours and/or passed ETS paraprofessional test.
• Bilingual proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Delivers instructional support and assists teachers in classrooms.
• Assists with student supervision and behavior management.
• Supports translation to help students, staff, and families.
• Participates in staff trainings and professional development.

Skills

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma or GED

60 College Credit Hours and/or Passed ETS Paraprofessional Test

Job description

Harvard Community Unit School District 50 Washington School - Harvard, Illinois Open in Google Maps

Bilingual Associate

This job is also posted in Harvard Community School District 50

Job Details

Job ID: 5897687

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Aug 25, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title

Bilingual Associate

Job Summary

The Bilingual Educational Support Personnel (ESP) assists teachers in the delivery of educational instruction and behavior in the general education classrooms with the goal of helping students to reach their educational goals. Due to the varied and individual needs of each student and classrooms, the Educational Support Personnel may provide a variety of support and assistance, and should be flexible adjusting to student needs.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

60 College Credit Hours and/or Passed ETS Paraprofessional Test

Bilingual

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Staff.

Reports to

Building Principal

Terms of Employment

This is a full-time, 9-month position covered under the Collective Bargaining Agreement in the Instructional Associate category. Compensation is hourly, with pay and benefits determined by the Board of Education.

Compensation and Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees' personal and professional well-being.
• Fifteen paid sick days and two paid personal days annually.
• Employees benefit from tuition reimbursement and Board contributions to major medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Additional perks include 100% Board-paid term life insurance and access to an Employee Assistance Plan.
• To promote continuous growth, we provide extensive professional development opportunities, ensuring a supportive and enriching environment for our team members.

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Duties and Responsibilities

• Delivers educational interventions designed by teachers to help students meet educational, academic, life skill, behavioral, physical, social, and emotional goals.
• Assists teachers to enable learning with minimal disruptions to other students.
• Attends to the physical needs of students.
• Assists students in completing assignments.
• Provides small group and tutorial instruction and supervision as directed.
• Provides preventative and follow-up behavior management to students exhibiting disruptive behaviors and documents these situations.
• Uses de-escalation techniques to assist with behavioral non-compliance and to work With students in crisis to enable their return to the proper academic setting.
• Implements a variety of behavior plans for students.
• Communicate effectively with staff, students, and/or parents regarding needs and concerns.
• Uses knowledge of student needs to make necessary modifications to daily activities.
• Assists in preparing classroom materials, including duplication, lamination, etc.
• Assists in and around the school with recess/lunch/bus duty and general assistance in hallways and classrooms.
• Attends and participates in training opportunities including but not limited to in-service days, department meetings, building meetings, committees, conferences, etc.
• It complies with district confidentiality guidelines, including the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
• Assists with translation to support students, staff, and families.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as determined by the principal or designee or as needs arise.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must demonstrate the ability to interact and communicate effectively with all children
• Must demonstrate the ability to provide behavior management and crisis intervention
• Must demonstrate the ability to work as a team member providing services to children with special needs
• Must demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with others

Physical Demands

The physical demands of this position include frequent sitting and standing for extended periods. Depending on the class/student assignment, the employee may occasionally lift, push, pull, and/or move up to 50 pounds. Repetitive bending at the waist, kneeling, stooping, and crouching to assist students are also required. Employees may reach overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally.

ADA

The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

This job description is intended to describe the minimum qualifications and duties and responsibilities performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The District reserves the right to amend and change the position responsibilities to meet District needs as necessary

Position Type

Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Maggie Binz , Principal
• Washington School
• Email: [e-mail]

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