Paraeducator ELL

Orono Public Schools; Orono (ME); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Six paid holidays per year

Dental coverage (partial)

Health insurance 90% of cost covered

Life insurance 100% of annual wages

LTD coverage 100%

Employee Assistance Plan

Annual TSA match $500

Job summary

Orono Public Schools seeks a Paraeducator for English Language Learner (ELL) support. The role focuses on assisting ELL students under the guidance of the ELL teacher and collaborating with General Education staff to adapt curriculum for language needs.

The position emphasizes helping students with English concepts, reinforcing academic skills in mainstream classrooms, and maintaining a calm, cooperative approach. Benefits include comprehensive health options and retirement provisions.

Qualifications

• Be a motivated, self-starter with the ability to handle situations with a calm demeanor.
• Work under the direction of ELL Teacher(s) and collaborate with General Education Staff
• Ability to adjust and modify curriculum relative to student language and educational needs.
• Flexibility and a cooperative nature are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to ELL students under the guidance of the ELL teacher.
• Support English language learner students needing academic assistance and support with general education curriculum.
• Help students with English concepts and skills, especially in their acquisition to function meaningfully in mainstream classes.

Skills

Motivated

Calm demeanor

Team collaboration

Curriculum modification

Job description

Position Type: Student Support Services/ ELL

Date Posted: 8/11/2026

Date Available: 8/31/2026

Description: Paraeducator - English Language Learner (ELL)

Job Summary:

• Provide support to ELL students under the guidance of the ELL teacher.


• Support English language learner students needing academic assistance and support with general education curriculum.


• Help students with English concepts and skills, especially in their acquisition to function meaningfully in mainstream classes.

Qualifications:

• Be a motivated, self-starter with the ability to handle situations with a calm demeanor.


• Work under the direction of ELL Teacher(s) and collaborate with General Education Staff


• Ability to adjust and modify curriculum relative to student language and educational needs.


• Flexibility and a cooperative nature are required.

Bargaining Group and Level: Paraeducators/Classroom Para

COMPENSATION

Hourly Wage: $18.94-$20.02

Pay Differential: $1.95/hour

INSURANCE

• Single Health: 90% Covered by District


• Employee + 1 Health: 75% Covered by District


• Family Health: 75% Covered by District


• Dental: Partial Coverage by District


• Life insurance equal to annual wages: 100% Covered by District


• LTD insurance: 100% Covered by District


• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

HOLIDAYS

Holidays: 6 Paid Holiday/Year

OTHER BENEFITS

• Longevity Career Increment


• Annual TSA Match: $500

RETIREMENT/PENSION

Positions covered by Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA)

Contact:

Corinna Graner, Ed.S., Director of Special Services
952-449-8377 [e-mail]
Or
Dr. Scott E. Alger, Executive Director of Human Resources
952-449-8307 [e-mail]