Language Acquisition Aide

Warren Mott High School; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Warren Mott High School in Warren, Michigan is seeking a Language Acquisition Aide to assist in English language instruction and assessment for students with diverse linguistic backgrounds. This part-time role (5.75 hours/day, 195 days/year) starts Aug 31, 2026, with a probationary rate of $17.43/hour and an increase to $18.11/hour after 45 working days; priority given to Bargaining Unit members.

Responsibilities include supporting teachers, translating, conducting small-group activities, and

Qualifications

• Must understand, speak, read and write English.
• Effective communication with students and families.
• Ability to support classroom learning under teacher supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist students individually or in groups with lesson assignments.
• Guide students in independent study to foster success.
• Support instructional programs and prepare materials as directed by teachers.
• Perform clerical tasks to support teachers and administration.
• Maintain records such as student work logs to document progress.
• Assist ELL students with communication and conferences as needed.
• Translate verbal and written communications for classroom use.
• Ensure regular attendance and punctuality to deliver services.

Skills

English proficiency

Ability to work with students

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree or higher

ETS ParaPro Assessment

MTTC Basic Skills

WorkKeys: Reading, Information, and Writing

Job description

Language Acquisition Aide

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Job Details

Job ID: 5808186

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jul 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

The job of a Language Acquisition Aide was established for the purpose/s of assisting in the assessment and instruction of students' English language acquisition from their native language; and administering tests.

BARGAINING UNIT MEMBERS WILL BE CONSIDERED FIRST

Work Year :

5.75 Hours/Day

195 Days/Year

Time:7:45am-2:00pm

Start Date: 8/31/2026

Probationary Rate :

$17.43/hr. After 45 worked days rate increases to $18.11/hr.

Qualifications :

High school diploma or its equivalent. Must understand, speak, read and write English. Basic knowledge of additional languages (Arabic, Vietnamese, Albanian, Bengali) preferred. Ability to work with students is required. Must havebasic skills assessment, pertinent to position qualifications at 70%. Selected candidates will be contacted for testing if requirements are not on file with the district.

All Langauge Acquisition Aides must meet one of the following qualifications:

• Completed at least 2 years of study at an institution of higher education (equal to 60 credit hours)
• Obtained an Associate's Degree or higher
• ETS ParaPro Assessment
• Michigan Test for Teacher Certification - Basic Skills (MTTC)
• WorkKeys:Reading for Information, Applied Mathematics, and Writing portions of the WorkKeys prior to June 1, 2017 will meet state requirements

Basic Responsibilities:

• Assist students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.
• Guide students in independent study (e.g. enrichment work, language acquisition, remedial work, etc.) for the purpose of fostering student success.
• Implement under the supervision of the teacher, instructional programs (e.g. tests, homework assignments, make-up work, lesson plans, etc.) for the purpose of assisting the teacher in improving the student’s academic success through a defined course of study.
• Perform on occasion, clerical functions (e.g. copying, scheduling, faxes, bulletin boards, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the teacher and/or administrator in providing records or other support materials.
• Perform record keeping (e.g. student work log, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the teacher and/or administrator in providing necessary records/materials.
• Support ELL students (e.g. attending parent-teacher conferences) for the purpose of assisting in communication to foster students’ success.
• Translate verbal and written communication(s) for the purpose of assisting students in the classroom.
• Maintain regular personal attendance and punctuality for the purpose of ensuring efficient delivery of services to the District.
• Occasionally assist other personnel for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $17.43 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required