Bilingual EA (English/Spanish)

City of Santa Fe Springs; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

4J employee benefits

Job summary

The Eugene School District 4J seeks a part-time instructional assistant to support teachers in delivering reading, writing and math instruction. You will translate materials and tutor students, helping to maintain an engaging classroom environment.

Ideal candidates provide two years of post-secondary study, an associate degree or higher, and fluent foreign-language ability. This role offers a part-time schedule with benefits eligibility.

Qualifications

• Two years post-secondary study totaling 72 credit hours or 48 semester units.
• An associate degree or higher required; attach diploma.
• Must pass a rigorous state/local academic assessment in reading, writing, and mathematics; attach scores.
• Fluent speaking and reading ability in a foreign language.
• Bilingual proficiency and/or multicultural experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher and tutor students one-to-one and in groups.
• Translate instructional materials as needed.
• Prepare lessons and instructional materials with teacher guidance.
• Monitor student behavior and maintain classroom order during activities.
• Record grades, attendance, and student progress; assist with classroom materials.

Skills

Student supervision

Instructional management

Office technology

Word processing

Bilingual ability

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Post-secondary credits 72

Associate degree

Job description

Position Summary

This is a part-time 6 hour/ .75 FTE per day position working on the CL-192 (192 days per full school year) schedule, Mon-Fri.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Requirements for the position require you to meet Highly Qualified status, as defined by the state of Oregon, ORS 581-037-0006. You are required to attach documentation to your application to show you meet the Highly Qualified requirement. For details about requirements for Highly Qualified, please see the Minimum Requirements below. Incomplete applications may not be processed.

Documentation For Highly Qualified Status

Essential Functions

• Official or Unofficial transcripts with your name, showing 2 years of post-secondary study consisting of 72 credit hours or 48 semester credits (attach transcripts with your name displayed).
• Obtaining an associate's or higher degree (attach college diploma).
• Meeting a rigorous standard of testing through a formal state or local academic assessment, knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics (attach test scores).
• Performs duties of bilingual instructional assistance to the teacher as well as a variety of clerical tasks in support of and preparation for the educational process.
• The position facilitates the smooth operation of the educational program in one or more classes by attending to details which free the teacher to develop a comprehensive lesson schedule. Aids in preserving the unity of classroom advancement by tutoring students who have difficulty comprehending or who are in need of emphasis on specific aspects of the instructional program.
• Confer with teacher and assist in preparation of lessons appropriate to level of instruction; review coverage and comprehension of subject matter and administer tests.
• Tutor on a one-to-one basis as necessary; assign extra work for quick learners and assist in remediation and completion of assignments by slow-learning students.
• Monitor and supervise students engaged in activities initiated by the teacher. Record student and behavior.
• Translate standardized District 4J instructional materials from English to French, Spanish or another language.
• Compose and format homework assignments, charts, posters, memos, newsletters and other items as requested by the teacher.
• Prepare, disseminate, collect, process and store or redistribute instructional materials used in class.
• Prepare classroom materials using current office technology and equipment (e.g., computer systems, fax, copiers, etc.) and production equipment (e.g., thermofax, punching and binding machine, laminator).
• Collect, sort and correct lessons and tests; record grades in ledger; redistribute as necessary; file classroom materials.
• Receive and respond to parental inquiries regarding student, program, school, teacher or classroom activities.
• Supervise lunchroom, classroom, hallways, and recess yards so that an orderly atmosphere is preserved; control aggressive behavior, settle disputes and otherwise manage student behavior and activity.
• Maintain an inventory of supplies for teachers and staff; complete purchase orders for additional materials and stock shelves with new supplies.
• Administer first aid to minor bumps, scrapes and bruises of students when minor accidents occur.
• Maintains regular and prompt attendance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to work with or lead students in group or individual activities.
• Instructional or behavioral management skills.
• Ability to use current office technology and equipment (e.g., computer systems, fax, copiers, etc.)
• Ability to use or learn to use computers and word processing software.
• Ability to communicate beyond the level of instruction using a foreign language both orally and in writing.
• Experience differentiating practices for diverse populations.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse students, staff, and community populations.

Minimum Qualifications

To demonstrate Highly Qualified status as required by ORS 581-037-0005, you will be required to attach documentation to your application to show:

• Completion of at least two years of post-secondary study consisting of 72 credit hours, 48 semester units (attach transcripts); OR
• Obtaining an associates or higher degree (attach diploma); OR
• Meeting a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrating, through a formal state or local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing and mathematics (attach test scores).
• Fluent speaking and reading ability in a foreign language.
• Bilingual proficiency and/or multicultural experience strongly preferred.

Additional Information

Required Documents For This Posting Are

• Highly Qualified (HQ) Documentation as per Minimum Qualifications above.

Upon offer of employment applicants must obtain a fingerprint clearance from the Oregon State Police Department and the FBI through a process authorized by the Eugene School District 4J. Applicants would be responsible for the one-time fingerprint clearance fee.

The Eugene School District 4J does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity in admission or access to the treatment of employment in its programs and activities as required by state and federal law. If you have any complaints, please contact the HR Department at [phone].

It Is The District's Policy To Provide Qualifying Veterans And Disabled Veterans With Preference In Employment In Accordance With Applicable Law. Applicants Wishing To Claim Veterans' Preference Must Provide The Following Military Documents Verifying Their Eligibility

• A copy of the applicant's Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (a federal DD Form 214 or 215), which shows character of service upon discharge OR a letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs indicating the applicant receives a non-service connected pension.
• A copy of the applicant's Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (a federal DD Form 214 or 215), which shows character of service upon discharge AND a copy of the applicants veteran's disability preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (unless the information is included on the DD Form 214 or 215).

There are a wide variety of benefits to eligible Eugene School District 4J employees. These benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, optional life and disability, flexible spending accounts, 403B, and an employee assistance program.

Positions at a minimum of four hours (0.5 FTE) are benefit eligible. Please contact the hiring administrator if you have questions about this position’s benefit eligibility.

For a complete description of benefits available for 4J employees please visit our Employee Benefits webpage at www.4j.lane.edu/hr/benefits.