EL/BILINGUAL (Spanish)

Roberts Elementary; Shelby Township (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Utica Community School District Roberts Elementary in Shelby Township, MI, seeks a part-time EL/BILINGUAL Paraprofessional (Spanish) for 5 hours daily, 10:00am–4:00pm. The role supports ESL Spanish-speaking and bilingual programs, with duties including literacy intervention and allied classroom assistance.

Qualifications include bilingual English/Spanish proficiency and an associate’s degree or equivalent, with prior work supporting diverse learners preferred.

Qualifications

• English and Spanish language proficiency required.
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal/non-English speaking students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver small group instruction to K-6 English learner students under guidance.
• Assist with literacy intervention and track anecdotal records as needed.
• Maintain communication with teachers, EL consultants, and parents.

Job description

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EL/BILINGUAL (Spanish)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5968378

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 22, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Qualifications:

• English and Spanish language proficiency required.
• Two years of college, an associate's degree, or have passed the Basic Skills Test for teacher certification (MTTC), the WorkKeys Assessment Test, or the ETS ParaPro Assessment for Highly Qualified Paraprofessionals Test preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of student needs along with ability and desire to work with minimal and/or non-English speaking student population.
• Ability to assist student(s) with multiple challenges in the classroom/school environment.
• Deliver small group instruction to K-6 English learner students under the direction of the classroom teachers and EL Consultants.
• Ability to follow through with literacy intervention support.
• Commitment to participate in language acquisition training throughout the year.
• Ability to maintain composure during stressful situations.
• Must possess high level of communication skills (reading, writing, speaking).
• Willingness to be trained in area(s) of EL intervention. Foster positive student relationships.
• Maintain anecdotal records. Some charting/logging and parent interaction may be required.
• Characteristics sought include: Child-centered, adaptability, calm demeanor, respect for dignity, patience, confidentiality, and ability to alertly focus during times of potential distraction.
• Good attendance required.

Description:

• 5 hrs a day (10:00am - 4:00pm; 1 hour lunch -EL/BILINGUAL (Spanish) Paraprofessional
  • This position will service 0.50 of the day in the ESL Spanish Speaking program and 0.50 of the day in the Bilingual program.
• Location may change and/or hours may increase or decrease due to student and/or program needs.
• Application deadline for UPPA Candidates: October 29, 2026. External Candidates open until filled.
• Work year based on student attendance.

NONDISCRIMINATION: It is the policy of the Utica Community Schools that no person on the basis of race, color,religion, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, marital status or handicap shall be discriminated against, excludedfrom participation in, denied the benefits of or otherwise be subjected to discrimination by this educationalagency. Any persons suspecting a discriminatory practice should contact the Employee Services Department at 11303 Greendale, Sterling Heights, MI 48312 or 586.797.1130.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $19.39 to $19.39 Per Hour

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department
• 11303 Greendale
• Sterling Heights, Michigan 48312
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]