EL Assistant (Bilingual) 2026-2027 SY

JobID:

1595

Position Type:

Classroom Support/EL Assistant Date Posted:

4/1/2026

Location:

District Wide/Multiple Locations

JOB TITLE

EL Assistant

DEPARTMENT

Assigned Site/EL Center

REPORTS TO

Principal/EL Coordinator

FLSA STATUS

Non-Exempt

EMPLOYMENT STATUS

9-month contract

SALARY:

Based on Experience, $17.14 - $20.17 per hour

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education:

High school diploma or GED required. College coursework in core academic areas preferred.

Experience:

Previous experience working with students and/or in a multicultural setting preferred.

Skills:

Fluent in English; Able to fully interpret and translate between English and other language(s) as needed; must be adaptable to student schedules; able to maintain confidentiality and professionalism with parents and school staff

SUMMARY:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

: These statements are intended to describe the responsibilities assigned to the position and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Provides interpreting and/or translating skills in the educational environment, including classroom, laboratory, field trips, assemblies, academic and social clubs,athletics, evening meetings and programs, parent/teacher conferences, IEP meetings,school produced plays and programs, and any other educational sites/activities deemed appropriate for student learning. Works to equalize the target language with the source language in maximizing the learning situation. Utilizes time before, after and/or during the school day to meet with teachers and staff as deemed appropriate by the building principal, Director of Federal Programs, Federal Programs Specialist, Parent Liaison and/or ELL teacher. Assists classroom teachers with translating instruction materials. Tutors students individually and in small groups under the leadership and direction of the ELL teacher Supervises students entering and exiting buses, on the playground, lunchroom, or any other location where interpreting for students is deemed necessary. Demonstrates professionalism in all interactions with district staff and the public. Assists with other duties assigned by the building principal, Director of Federal Programs, Federal Programs Specialist, Parent Liaison and/or ELL teacher. Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility in regard to student scheduling and staffing needs and in the acceptance of extra assignments related to ELL program needs. Maintains confidentiality standards as set forth by Broken Arrow Public Schools. Performs other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL BEHAVIOR

Ability to use sound judgment in any situation. Ability to deal successfully and rapidly with changes in assignments and properly respond to applicable correspondence/communication received. Ability to project a professional company image through in-person, phone, and electronic interaction. Ability to build and foster harmonious rapport and work cooperatively with District staff and the public while achieving the objectives and goals of the position. Ability to handle problematic and/or difficult situations professionally by communicating with the appropriate person.

ATTENDANCE STATEMENT

Able to be in attendance for assigned responsibilities with 95% attendance.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Primarily inside working conditions with regular exposure to outdoor environmental conditions. Some outside duty assignments required with exposure to pollen, heat, cold, wind, humidity or other weather conditions.

PHYSICAL STANDARDS

Ability to lift/carry and manipulate objects and supplies of up to 10 lbs for up to 50 feet is frequently required; ability to lift/carry objects of 11-24 pounds for up to 50 feet is occasionally required Standing in place for short periods of time Walking as required to access equipment and perform responsibilities Sitting as required to complete tasks Use of hands to do fine finger work as in operating a computer Strong hand-eye coordination Talking and hearing as to communicate concerning job-related duties as assigned and communicate via telephone Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) with or without correction Distance vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) Peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus