Bilingual Classroom Support Specialist

Broward County Public Schools; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 2,182,118 - 3,100,977; Full time

Job summary

Broward County Public Schools in Fort Lauderdale seeks a bilingual instructional assistant to support students in the classroom, focusing on ELL/ESOL programs. You will assist teachers with materials, translate communications for non-English-speaking families, and help monitor student progress daily.

Qualifications include a HS diploma or GED, bilingual ability, and cultural sensitivity. The role involves clerical tasks and regular collaboration with teachers and administrators.

Qualifications

• Standard high school diploma or satisfactory GED.
• Bilingual ability to speak, read, and write English and the targeted ELL language.
• Sensitivity to other cultures.
• Computer skills as required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic assistance in the home-language to individuals or small groups as directed by the teacher.
• Consult with teachers on programs and materials to meet student needs.
• Assist in evaluating student progress and communicating with students and parents.
• Assist with ESOL eligibility testing and assessments as designed to measure progress.
• Provide translation between home and school for non-English-speaking parents.
• Participate as a member of the school’s ELL committee and act as interpreter/translator in meetings.

Skills

Bilingual abilities

Computer skills

Education

HS diploma or GED

Associate degree

60 credits

Job description

Broward County Public Schools in Fort Lauderdale seeks a bilingual instructional assistant to support students in the classroom, focusing on ELL/ESOL programs. You will assist teachers with materials, translate communications for non-English-speaking families, and help monitor student progress daily.

Qualifications include a HS diploma or GED, bilingual ability, and cultural sensitivity. The role involves clerical tasks and regular collaboration with teachers and administrators.