About this role
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title Teacher Assistant, Bilingual RTI Evaluation Type Paraprofessional Department Bilingual Education & Assigned Campus
Pay Grade P2 FLSA Non-Exempt Date Revised April 2025 Supervisor Director of Bilingual Education & Principal
BASIC FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITY: Provide intervention instructional support for individual emergent bilingual students or groups of students under the direction of a certified classroom teacher. QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Certification:
• High school diploma or equivalent
Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
• Fluent Spanish speaking and literacy skills
• Fluent English speaking and literacy skills
• Knowledge of District, campus, and classroom policies and procedures
• Skilled at working with emergent bilingual students who need intervention to perform on grade level
• Knowledge of techniques used in assisting students with special needs
• Skilled in utilizing general instructional strategies
• Skilled in applying classroom/student discipline management
• Skilled in operating standard computer and software applications
• Ability to organize and prioritize work responsibilities
Experience:
• Some experience with children
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description. Instructional Support:
• Conduct Tier 3 instructional support for emergent bilingual students.
• Support and participate in meeting the objectives of the district bilingual programs and its literacy goals.
• Support emergent bilingual students in classroom activities if applicable.
Support of Administrative, Fiscal and/or Facilities Functions:
• Assist teachers with reviewing data to inform instruction and reconfigure intervention services as needed.
Organization Improvement:
• Work collaboratively to improve students' foundational biliteracy literacy skills as appropriate.
Professional Growth and Development:
• Participate in professional development related to Spanish language programs used in Tier 3.
• Participate in professional development for interpreting data and forming student groups.
School/Community Relations:
• Interact positively with employees and the community to provide needed information and to promote the District in a favorable manner.
Organization Morale:
• Participate in team-building activities and the decision-making process as appropriate.
• Communicate and collaborate with campus/department staff to enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction.
Other Responsibilities:
• Comply with policies established by federal law, including but not limited to State Board of Education and local Board policy.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
• Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; [P.E. teachers: automated external defibrillator (AED)]
• Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking
• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment
• Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours