EL Aide at VHHS Arabic speaking

Vernon Hills High School; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Vernon Hills High School in Vernon Hills, IL is seeking an Arabic-speaking EL Aide to support English Learner students across EL and content-area classes. The role reports to the EL Department Chair and operates as an Educational Support Professional—Direct Paraprofessional, under ESP bargaining.

The position runs 7:45am–3:45pm for 184 teacher attendance days. Qualifications include high school graduation or equivalent, IL substitute/paraprofessional license, and preferred Arabic bilingual

Qualifications

• Education level equivalent to high school graduation.
• Bilingual (Arabic) preferred.
• Experience in an educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist EL teachers in planning, executing, and assessing lessons.
• Assist EL students with coursework in content areas.
• Communicate students' needs and collaborate with EL staff.
• Supervise and support students in English and content-area classes.
• Assist with testing of EL students and perform admin duties.

Skills

Arabic language

Communication skills

Google G-Suite

Office equipment proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Google G-Suite

Job description

Community High School District 128 Vernon Hills High School - Vernon Hills, Illinois

EL Aide at VHHS Arabic speaking

This job is also posted in Community High School District 128

Job Details

Job ID: 5935523

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

EL Aide at VHHS - Arabic Speaking

Overview: Facilitate school and cultural acclimation, growth, and academic learning to any and all EL students in EL classes and other content area subjects.

Reports to: EL Department Chair

Employee Status: Educational Support Professional - Direct Paraprofessional

ESP Bargaining Union

Calendar: 184 Teacher Attendance Days, 7:45am - 3:45pm

Qualifications: Education and experience equivalent to high school graduation

Bilingual (Arabic) Preferred

Illinois Substitute or Paraprofessional license required

Professional/Personal Characteristics:

• Previous experience in an educational setting preferred
• Excellent organizational skills and time management skills
• Ability to perform multiple tasks concurrently under varying deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to identify sensitive information and maintain confidentiality
• Proficient with Google G-Suite, office and phone equipment
• Ability to work as part of an educational team to support the needs of individual or groups of students

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist and collaborate with teachers of EL courses as needed in planning, executing, and assessing lessons
• Assist individuals or groups of EL students with course work in content areas
• Communicate student’s needs, strengths and weaknesses with EL teacher and other staff members and collaborate as needed
• Accompany and assist students in various English class settings, as well as other content area subjects as needed
• Assist EL teacher when administering appropriate testing of EL students
• Perform administrative duties such as copying and filing
• Advocate for students in academic and personal issues
• Additional duties may be assigned by the supervisor

Application Process: Candidates will be selected by Administration based on above criteria

For internal postings see internal communication of posting for application process

Visit our website at www.d128.org for application information

District 128 is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $21.20 to $22.20 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required