EL Assistant

Sylvania; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sylvania School District is seeking an EL Assistant to support English Language Learners with their academic and language development in a full-time role. You will work closely with the EL teacher and school staff to provide targeted instruction and progress monitoring for diverse learners.

Responsibilities include one-on-one and small group support across reading, writing, and math, helping with lesson plans, translations when needed, and contributing to an inclusive environment for ELLs

Qualifications

• Experience working with ELLs in an educational setting.
• Experience in letter sounds, reading or phonics preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other staff members.
• Must pass a background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and small group instruction to ELLs in various subjects, including reading, writing, and math
• Support the school's EL teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans and activities that meet the needs of ELLs
• Help ELLs understand and complete classroom assignments and assessments
• Monitor and track the progress of ELLs and provide regular updates to the EL teacher and other staff members
• Assist with translating and interpreting for ELLs and their families as needed
• Collaborate with other staff members to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for ELLs and their families
• Attend professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on best practices for working with ELLs

Skills

ELL experience

Communication

Reading/Phonics

Team collaboration

Background check

Job description

Summary

The EL Assistant will work on a full-time basis. This individual will be responsible for assisting English Language Learners (ELLs) in their academic and language development. The EL Assistant will work closely with the school's EL teacher and other staff members to ensure that ELLs receive the support they need to succeed.

Responsibilities

• - Provide one-on-one and small group instruction to ELLs in various subjects, including reading, writing, and math
• - Support the school's EL teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans and activities that meet the needs of ELLs
• - Help ELLs understand and complete classroom assignments and assessments
• - Monitor and track the progress of ELLs and provide regular updates to the EL teacher and other staff members
• - Assist with translating and interpreting for ELLs and their families as needed
• - Collaborate with other staff members to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for ELLs and their families
• - Attend professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on best practices for working with ELLs

Requirements

• - Fluency in English and at least one other language is preferred but not required
• - Experience working with ELLs in an educational setting
• -Experience in letter sounds, reading or phonics preferred
• - Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• - Ability to work collaboratively with other staff members
• - Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• - Must pass a background check and drug test