English Language Learner Service Assistant (Paraprofessional)

POSITION

English Language Learner (ELL) Service Assistant

EMPLOYMENT PERIOD

2026-2027 School Year Hours 29.5 Hours per week

SALARY:

As Set by the Board of School Trustees

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

High School Diploma or GED with para-pro certification.

Preferred:

Experrience working directly with ELL students. Associate/Bachelor's Degree, Professional Educator's License Summary Under the supervision of an ELL Teacher of Record (TOR) or the classroom teacher (Teacher of Service), this person will plan and deliver daily practice and review sessions for individuals and small groups in push-in and pull-out settings. Content for these activities will be app/ computer based or hard copy and will include reviews of vocabulary, reading, grammar and other English language components of classroom content. Reliable transportation is needed as duties will require daily visits to multiple schools. Instructional Skills under supervision of the ELL TOR and classroom teacher: a. Implements daily ELD sessions to build listening, reading, speaking and writing skills. b. Communicates with teacher to access and utilize the approved resources and curriculum. c. Develops clear requirements and expectations and communicates these to students. d. Teaches student to utilize Google Translate and translation resources on iPad and MacBook Air e. Utilizes Google Translate or other bilingual communication capacity to communicate with student and family. f. Makes productive use of instructional time having teaching materials readily available. g. Explains content effectively; puts ideas across logically and in an orderly way. h. Communicates with home regarding practice materials and progress. i. Maintains complete, accurate, and legible records. j. Maintains appropriate confidentiality. Student Management Skills a. Supervises students as assigned. b. Provides reinforcement for positive behavior. c. Deals effectively and consistently with inappropriate behavior. d. Adheres to school discipline policies. e. Is consistent and fair in dealing with students. f. Promotes a warm, open, and accepting climate. Relationship with Supervisors a. Communicates with supervisors regarding student concerns. b. Takes timely and appropriate action with to regard to supervisor's requests and concerns. c. Uses tact and courtesy in relationships with staff/and or administrators. Knowledge and Skills The Applicant should be proficient or be willing to become proficient in: a. Google Translate (or other bilingual communication resource). b. Microsoft Word and Google docs (to prepare memos, letters, and reports). c. Excel and Google sheets (to create and maintain spreadsheets). d. iPad and MacBook translation capabilities. e. classroom instructional applications used by EL students.

The Applicant should possess:

a. the ability to work with a diversity of individuals and groups. b. a sensitivity to the development stages and well-being of ELLs. c. the ability to work with technology and adapt to changing work priorities. d. highly developed communication and interpersonal skills in order to negotiate effective working relationships and relate to students, parents, staff, administrators, and community. e. strong organizational skills with ability to effectively prioritize. f. the ability to work independently and within a team. g. the ability to communicate electronically. Possess highly developed technology skills.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the School Corporation.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

The ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. The ability to write routine reports and correspondence. The ability to speak effectively before parents, staff, and students.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

The ability add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. The ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

The ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral functions. The ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The ability to operate a personal computer and related software. The ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally, and in writing. The ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and YCS School Board policies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, and to sometimes walk and sit. The employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs. such as boxes of books and AV carts. The employee is directly responsible for safety, the well-being, or output of other people.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed. The individuals currently holding this position may perform additional duties and the supervisor may assign additional duties. The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the School Corporation.