Newcomer EL Paraeducator I — Orientation & Support

Washoe County School District; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Washoe County School District seeks a Paraeducator Assistant I to provide targeted instructional and social-emotional support for EL students, with a focus on newcomers. The role includes coordinating onboarding, language support, and collaboration with EL staff and families.

The position emphasizes equipping students with language access, maintaining records, and facilitating a smooth transition into Tier I instruction within a supportive school community.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting English Learner students.
• Ability to organize materials and maintain student records.
• Ability to communicate with families and school staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support for EL students, including small groups.
• Assist newcomer intake, orientation, and coordination of services.
• Support school-home communication and social-emotional adjustments.

Skills

EL instruction

Lesson planning

Record keeping

English communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

48 semester hours / 60 quarter hours

ParaPro requirement

Job description

Washoe County School District seeks a Paraeducator Assistant I to provide targeted instructional and social-emotional support for EL students, with a focus on newcomers. The role includes coordinating onboarding, language support, and collaboration with EL staff and families.

The position emphasizes equipping students with language access, maintaining records, and facilitating a smooth transition into Tier I instruction within a supportive school community.