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Multi-Lingual Learner Teacher Assistant Sparta High School/Middle School (full time)
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What they do
A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
$34,268 / year median in Michigan
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Multi-Lingual Learner Teacher Assistant Sparta High School/Middle School (full time)
Sparta Area School District
Sparta Middle School - Sparta, Michigan This job is also posted in Kent ISD, and Sparta Area School District
Job Details
Job ID:
5915496
Application Deadline:
Sep 18, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
The Multi-Lingual Learner (MLL) Teacher Assistant supports and reinforces the English language acquisition and core content instruction provided by the English Language (EL) teacher and mainstream teacher(s).
Responsibilities of the EL Teacher Assistant are to:
assist EL teachers and mainstream teachers in providing core content instruction and language development;
meet regularly with EL teachers and mainstream teachers to determine the academic needs of the EL students enrolled in their classes;
inform mainstream teacher(s) and all necessary staff about the culture and language of the EL student and their family;
assist in identification, assessment, teaching, and monitoring each EL student; may assist in providing staff development on English language instruction and cultural awareness and provide input to staff regarding curriculum development; and
assist in interpretations, translations, and attend IEP's and parent/teacher conferences as necessary.
supports monolingual students in the general education classroom through translation and support as needed in cooperation with the classroom and EL teacher
Split day between Sparta High School and Sparta Middle School
The Ideal Candidate will Possess the following
Qualifications:
Is fluent in Spanish and English
Collaborative, curious and possess a growth mindset Ability to actively listen, accept constructive criticism and provide constructive feedback to colleagues to enhance student learning and instructional practices
Demonstrate a student-centered approach to learning
Passionate, relational individual with proven ability to connect with students and families Clear communicator who proactively addresses issues related to learning and student welfare
Interested candidates may reach out to Allison Dykstra, Coordinator of Student Services, with questions and inquiries at allison.dykstra@spartaschools.org.
Position Type:
Full-Time