MIgrant Education Tutor

Unalaska City School District; Alaska; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Unalaska City School District is seeking a Paraprofessional to work with students in reading activities, including after-school programs. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, and bilingual skills in English and Yup’ik are preferred.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate successful experience in education and have the ability to work in a rural Alaskan environment, promoting learning and collaboration with students and parents.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to live and work in a rural Alaskan environment.
• Preferred bilingual skills in English and Yup’ik.

Responsibilities

• Work with students in reading during/after school hours.
• Initiate parent involved reading activities.
• Support curricular goals and attend meetings.

Skills

Bilingual in English and Yup’ik

Ability to establish rapport with students

Successful work experience in education

Education

High School Diploma or GED

48 semester hours or an Associate's Degree

Job description

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Bilingual in English and Yup’ik preferred.
• Meet NCLB Paraprofessional Qualification requirements (48 semester hours or an Associate's Degree or pass State-Approved Academic Competency test with a score of 459 or higher).
• At least two years demonstrated successful work experience in education preferred.
• Ability to establish rapport and communications with students, faculty, administration and parents.
• Ability to live and work in a cross-cultural, rural Alaskan environment.
• Ability to carry out successfully the duties described below.

Duties

• Works with students in reading during/after regular school hours as set forth by district Title 1/Migrant Education grant.
• Initiates parent involved reading activities.
• Will provide extended school and home reading activities as determined by site plan.
• Follows the performance standards according to the district Title 1/Migrant Education plan.
• Attends meetings and training sessions as scheduled.
• Works with Library Aide and Site Staff in developing and implementing a reading incentive program.
• Participates in teacher and parent orientation regarding the school program.
• Supports district and school curricular goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.