Secondary ESL Paraeducator: EB Language Support

MCMEANS JUNIOR HIGH; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Katy ISD MCMEANS JUNIOR HIGH in Katy, Texas is hiring an ESL Aide (Secondary) to support emergent bilingual students. The role reports to the campus principal and works with the ESL teacher, EB specialist, and core teachers to deliver high-quality ESL support.

The position is full-time, non-exempt, with a 187-day duty calendar and pay grade IS03. Starting date is immediate and the contact email is provided for HR inquiries.

Qualifications

• College hours for Title I campus: 48 required or a score of 464 on the ParaPro test.
• College hours, high school diploma or GED required for Non-Title I campus.
• Paraprofessional aide certificate required once employed.
• Ability to work with students and staff.
• Ability to manage a flexible schedule.
• School experience or volunteer experience preferred.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work within deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with core content-area teachers and special education teachers to ensure EB students’ linguistic and academic needs are met.
• Facilitate targeted small group instruction based on EB students’ language proficiency levels and individual student needs.
• Understand and implement the state and district’s ESL program model in alignment with policies, rules, and regulations regarding EBs.
• Administer oral and written tests to EB students as needed, including serving on a rotational basis at the EL (English Learner) Testing Center.
• Maintain student confidentiality.
• Participate in professional learning activities for professional growth in job-related skills including content-based language instruction (CBLI) and research-based practices for EBs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Paraprofessional aide certificate

High school diploma or GED

ParaPro test score 464

Job description

Katy ISD MCMEANS JUNIOR HIGH in Katy, Texas is hiring an ESL Aide (Secondary) to support emergent bilingual students. The role reports to the campus principal and works with the ESL teacher, EB specialist, and core teachers to deliver high-quality ESL support.

The position is full-time, non-exempt, with a 187-day duty calendar and pay grade IS03. Starting date is immediate and the contact email is provided for HR inquiries.