EL Paraprofessional - Kenowa Hills

Kenowa Hills Public Schools; Michigan; On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Kenowa Hills Alpine Elementary in Michigan seeks an EL Paraprofessional to support classroom instruction during the school year. The position is 6.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday, under the KHSSA contract.

Minimum qualifications include meeting NCLB paraprofessional requirements, an associate degree or 460+ on ParaPro, and bilingual Spanish/English preferred. Attendance and teamwork are essential, with opportunities to attend after-school meetings.

Qualifications

• Must meet NCLB paraprofessional qualifications.
• Associate degree or equivalent college credits or ParaPro score 460+ is required.
• Bilingual Spanish/English (speaking and writing) preferred.
• Experience with K–12 students and EL students preferred.
• Ability to use age-appropriate language and establish routines.
• Collaborate regularly as part of an instructional team.
• Regular and reliable attendance is essential.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to support classroom instruction and learning.
• Ability to process basic paperwork and documentation.
• Availability for after-school/evening meetings; schedules may vary.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with students, families, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom instruction to enhance student learning.
• Work with EL students to improve language development.
• Maintain consistent daily routines tailored to student needs.
• Collaborate with instructional team on activities and assessments.
• Attend after-school and evening meetings as required.
• Document attendance and other basic paperwork as needed.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

K-12 experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attendance reliability

Student engagement

Instructional support

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

ParaPro score 460+

Job description

POSITION: EL Paraprofessional

SCHEDULE:

6.5 hrs/day Monday-Friday during the school year

LOCATION:

Kenowa Hills Alpine Elementary

RATE OF PAY:

Per KHSSA Contract

Minimum Qualifications, Requirements, & Duties:

• Must meet NCLB (No Child Left Behind) qualifications for paraprofessionals. This includes one of the following:

  • Proof of an Associate’s degree or equivalent college credits, or

  • A passing score of 460 or higher on the ETS ParaPro Assessment.

• • Fluency in both Spanish and English (speaking and writing) ispreferred

  • Experience working with K–12 students and English Learner (EL) students is preferred.

  • Ability to use age-appropriate tone and language with students.

  • Ability to establish and maintain a consistent daily routine tailored to student needs, and adjust as necessary.

  • Demonstrated ability to function effectively and collaborate regularly as part of an instructional team.

  • Regular and reliable attendance is essential.

  • Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

  • Willingness and ability to support classroom instruction to enhance student learning.

  • Competence in processing basic paperwork and documentation.

  • Availability to attend after-school and evening meetings; scheduling may vary throughout the school year.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and staff.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• 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].