ESL Instructional & Compliance Paraprofessional @ Kennedy Elementary

Alief Independent School District; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Alief Independent School District seeks an ESL Instructional & Compliance Paraprofessional at Kennedy Elementary to maintain records for Emergent Bilingual students and assist teachers in the classroom.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and eligibility for state paraprofessional certification. The role involves program management, student supervision, and confidentiality with duties across meetings, materials prep, and data entry.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must qualify for state paraprofessional certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out district goals to support student achievement.
• Help teachers provide instruction to Emergent Bilingual students.
• Prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Maintain neat and orderly classroom and manage materials inventory.
• Enter and maintain student records related to Emergent Bilingual data.
• Administer and score basic language/achievement assessments.
• Provide orientation to substitute teachers and support staff.

Skills

Reading instruction

Math instruction

Effective communication

Classroom assistance

Education

High school diploma

Paraprofessional certification

Job description

ESL Instructional & Compliance Paraprofessional @ Kennedy Elementary

Primary Purpose:

To maintain a record system of Emergent Bilingual students; keep data information in such a manner that records can easily be located regarding Emergent Bilingual student testing, placement and monitoring. Assist teachers in providing instruction to Emergent Bilingual students in the classroom.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or GED
• Qualify for appropriate state paraprofessional certification

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to assist in instructing, supporting and monitoring reading, writing, and mathematics to groups of Emergent Bilingual students and Newcomers
• Interest and proficiency in reading and math
• Demonstrate an interest in education
• Ability to communicate effectively

Experience:

• None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Program Management

• Assist in carrying out the district’s goal of improving student achievement by providing assistance to students who are at-risk of academic failure or dropping out of school and/or staff who work with these students.
• Assist teachers in providing instruction to students in the classroom.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date files related to testing, placement and monitoring Emergent Bilingual students (LPAC binder/notebook).
• Enter Emergent Bilingual input of student records to computer and reporting and makes corrections to the student’s Emergent Bilingual data file.
• Prepare agendas for each monthly meeting of the Language Proficiency Assessment Committee.
• Administer and score oral language proficiency tests and achievement test.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain an appropriate level of technology competence to meet the current and future needs of Alief.
• Implement alternative methods of instruction as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of Instructional Paraprofessional Personnel.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals

Posture: Standing, prolonged sitting, occasional kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching; may also require climbing stairs and reaching over head

Lifting: Moderate lifting and carrying (up to 15 pounds); May require occasional heavy lifting and carrying (15-45 pounds)

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; possible district wide travel; all campuses are temperature controlled with hard surface floors

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Hiring administrators review applications, interview, and recommend for hire.

Calendar Days:187

Pay Grade: ISP2

2025-2026 Salary Range Min. $23,932 Mid. $27,988 Max. $32,045 (Based on previous experience)

Salaries are determined by the number of completed and eligible years of service at an accredited school.