Bilingual EL Paraprofessional: Biliteracy Support

Beach Park School District #3; Wadsworth (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Beach Park School District #3 seeks a bilingual paraprofessional to support English Learners by providing primary language support and English language development in Dual Language, TBE, or ESL settings.

The role requires ISBE Paraprofessional License (ELS-PARA), fluent Spanish and English, and the ability to translate and interpret for parent interactions. Fingerprint background check and TB screening are required. 176–182 days, 7h35m day.

Qualifications

• ISBE Paraprofessional License (ELS-PARA) or valid license with stipulations as Paraprofessional.
• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English (written and oral).
• Must pass a fingerprint background check and physical TB screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support in small groups or 1:1 RTI sessions in Spanish and English.
• Bridge biliteracy gap in Late Exit and Developmental Bilingual models across subjects.
• Assist BPAC with community outreach and foster home–school connections for Spanish-speaking families.

Skills

Bilingual Proficiency

Spanish & English

Education

ISBE Paraprofessional License (ELS-PARA)

60 sem. hours OR ParaPro/ACT WorkKeys

Job description

Beach Park School District #3 seeks a bilingual paraprofessional to support English Learners by providing primary language support and English language development in Dual Language, TBE, or ESL settings.

The role requires ISBE Paraprofessional License (ELS-PARA), fluent Spanish and English, and the ability to translate and interpret for parent interactions. Fingerprint background check and TB screening are required. 176–182 days, 7h35m day.