Bilingual Paraprofessional

Kenowa Hills Public Schools; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Kenowa Hills Public Schools in Grand Rapids, Michigan is seeking an ELL Paraprofessional at Kenowa Hills Middle School to support English language learners within small groups and alongside classroom teachers.

The position requires NCLB paraprofessional qualifications, fluency in Spanish and English, and collaboration with families; after-school meetings may be required.

Qualifications

• Must meet NCLB paraprofessional qualifications (Associate degree or 460+ on ParaPro).
• Fluency in Spanish and English, both spoken and written.
• Experience with K-12 students and EL students preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents, students and staff.
• Ability to attend after-school and evening meetings if required.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom instruction to ensure student learning.
• Establish and maintain daily routines suitable for students.
• Collaborate with instructional team on activities and planning.
• Attend after-school and evening meetings as scheduled.
• Process paperwork and maintain student records.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

EL student support

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree or equivalent credit hours

ParaPro with 460+ score

Job description

POSITION: ELL Paraprofessional

SCHEDULE: 6.5 hrs/day Monday-Friday during the school year

LOCATION: KENOWA HILLS MIDDLE SCHOOL

RATE OF PAY: Per Board Authorization

QUALIFICATIONS and DUTIES:

• Must meet NCLB qualifications for paraprofessionals. This requires one of the following: Proof of an Associate’s degree or equivalent credit hours, or ETS ParaPro Assessment with a passing score of 460 or higher.
• Fluency in Spanish and English in both speaking and writing is required.
• Experience working with K-12 students as well as EL students is preferred.
• Ability to use age-appropriate tones and language with students.
• Establish and maintain a daily routine suitable for the student’s needs, adjusting as needed.
• Ability to function effectively and collaborate regularly as a member of an instructional team.
• Regular and consistent attendance is required as an essential function.
• Requires minimal supervision.
• Support classroom instruction to ensure student learning.
• Ability to process paperwork.
• Ability to attend after school and evening meetings. Time schedules may vary during a school year.
• Ability to communicate effectively and develop positive relationships with parents, students and staff.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Though it is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements of an EL Paraprofessional positions, the general content of and requirements for the performance of an EL Paraprofessional are noted below:

• Must be able to bend, squat, and sit on the floor in working with students.
• Must be able to stand for long periods.

Ability to work in an environment where the noise level is generally moderate, but can be high at times and temperatures are varied.

Note to New Employees: Pursuant to PA 131, the selected candidate must receive clearance from the Michigan State Police Department prior to the offer of employment. The candidate is responsible for the background check fee.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

It is the policy of the Kenowa Hills Public School District that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, sexual orientation or expression, age, disability, height, weight or marital status be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination during any program or activity or in employment. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Superintendent, 2325 Four Mile Road NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544, Phone [phone].