ELL Instruction Paraeducator - Small-Group Language Support

TBD; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Pullman School District seeks a part-time paraeducator to support ELL students under the supervision of the building principal and ELD teachers. You will assist with language acquisition, reading, writing, and math, and help manage student records and materials.

Requires at least 2 years of college or an associate's degree or approved paraprofessional credentials; ability to lift 25 lbs; clerical skills; experience with elementary students; bilingual ability is a plus.

Qualifications

• Completed at least 2 years of study (72 quarter credits/48 semester credits) at an institution of higher education or possess an associate's (or higher) degree or completed one of the following: ETS ParaPro Assessment with a score of 455 or higher, Pearson Paraprofessional assessment, or Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program
• Evidence of in-service training and/or successful experience working with elementary level students
• Clerical and computer skills to record data, prepare progress reports, type reports, complete forms, answer emails, etc.
• Instructional skills in the content areas of math, reading, and writing
• Ability to lift 25 lbs

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating relationships and learning environments conducive to learning with young students
• Under the guidance of the certified staff, assist in delivery of educational services to students in reading, reading readiness, writing, behavior, and math including assessment, planning, and management of student records and materials
• Provide small group instruction in the areas of language acquisition to a variety of different grade levels and language proficiencies
• Administer assessments as requested by certified staff (WELPA and/or ELP21)
• Monitor student progress and regularly provide progress reports for supervising staff
• As part of the English Language Development team, meet as necessary with ELD teachers to collaborate and discuss student progress
• Work collaboratively to support English language acquisition of ELLs
• Work effectively with language learners
• Self-directed and able to carry out directions from ELD teachers independently
• Possess and practice strong interpersonal skills with a wide variety of people both inside and outside the organization (staff, parents, community members, other agencies, etc.)
• Be a positive team builder who works in a collaborative manner
• Meet multiple demands in pressure situations and maintain high levels of quality work
• Maintain confidentiality consistent with district ethical guidelines
• Communicate clearly, both orally and in writing
• Regularly demonstrate professionalism in appearance, actions, decisions, and overall performance
• Work with minimal supervision and be flexible
• Perform related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position

Skills

Clerical skills

Computer skills

Instructional skills (math/reading/wr

Ability to lift 25 lbs

ELL/Language learner support

Education

Two years of college coursework

Associate's degree

ParaPro/alternative credential

Pearson Paraprofessional assessment

Master Teacher Paraeducator Online Training

Job description

Pullman School District seeks a part-time paraeducator to support ELL students under the supervision of the building principal and ELD teachers. You will assist with language acquisition, reading, writing, and math, and help manage student records and materials.

Requires at least 2 years of college or an associate's degree or approved paraprofessional credentials; ability to lift 25 lbs; clerical skills; experience with elementary students; bilingual ability is a plus.