Bilingual ELL Paraprofessional: Classroom Support

Applitrack; Alamosa (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack in Colorado is seeking an ELL Paraprofessional to support English language learners in classrooms under the supervision of teachers. You will work with individuals or small groups to reinforce skills aligned with curriculum.

The role requires an AA degree or equivalent, strong communication in English and Spanish, and the ability to build cooperative relationships with students, parents, and staff.

Qualifications

• AA degree or equivalent (2-year college).
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Experience working with children.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with students, parents and staff.
• Must be able to fluently speak English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Works with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning.
• Assists teacher with strategies based on language needs and abilities.
• Manages student behavior in a calm, professional way.
• Plans and prepares materials for independent study, small group, and remedial work.
• Guides independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work as assigned by the teacher.
• Assists with large group activities by circulating in the room to monitor and assist with student performance and behavior.
• Serves as a source of knowledge of the Spanish language and culture with the classroom.
• Maintains confidentiality and ethical standards of information about students.
• Communicates and cooperates with students, parents, teachers, staff and the community.
• Keeps records of student work, test scores, attendance, etc.
• Participates in faculty meetings and in-service training programs.
• Provides supervision of students outside the classroom as specified by duties.
• Serves as the chief source of information and help to any substitute teacher.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience and empathy

Education

AA degree or equivalent of 2-year college

Job description

Applitrack in Colorado is seeking an ELL Paraprofessional to support English language learners in classrooms under the supervision of teachers. You will work with individuals or small groups to reinforce skills aligned with curriculum.

The role requires an AA degree or equivalent, strong communication in English and Spanish, and the ability to build cooperative relationships with students, parents, and staff.