Teaching Assistant, ESL/Bilingual Support

Marlin Independent School District; New Unionville (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Marlin Independent School District seeks a Teaching Assistant for ESL/Bilingual Support at Marlin Elementary School. The role focuses on meeting the linguistic and cognitive needs of limited English proficient students under teacher supervision.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with additional college coursework preferred. Experience with children and strong communication skills are valued to support reading, writing and math instruction throughout the school day.

Qualifications

• Ability to assist in reading, writing and mathematics.
• Strong communication skills with students and staff.
• Proven experience working with children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students under teacher direction; work with individuals or small groups.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of tests and assignments.
• Maintain a neat, orderly classroom and manage inventory of supplies.
• Keep administrative records and prepare required reports; orient substitutes.

Skills

Reading and Writing Support

Mathematics support

Communication skills

Child interactions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree or 2 years college

Job description

Teaching Assistant, ESL/Bilingual Support JobID: 1401

• Date Posted:
  9/16/2026
• Location:
  Marlin Elementary School

Primary Purpose:

To facilitate and assist in providing a quality program of instruction designed to meet the affective, linguistic and cognitive needs of limited English proficient students.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate

Have met formal academic assessment, associate's degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning*

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics

Ability to work well with children

Ability to communicate effectively

Experience:

Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.