About this role
TITLE: Associate, Instructional English Learner (EL) QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with teachers, support staff, and school administrators. Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI)/restraint certification, First aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training course completed at first available offering by District. High school diploma preferred or equivalent. REPORTS TO: Program Coordinator / Principal JOB GOAL: To help ensure English Learner (EL) students attain English language proficiency and meet state academic standards by providing effective language instruction that meet students' unique needs. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Adheres to local, state, and federal guidelines and timelines pertaining to English Language Education for Children in Public Schools which include student identification, assessment, and instruction.
• Implements instructional programs designed to help EL students achieve both English language proficiency and academic standards in reading, writing, language arts, mathematics, and science.
• Instructs EL students in groups or individually, with lesson assignments, reinforcing learning concepts.
• Maintains EL student progress for the purpose of assisting EL students in improving English proficiency and academic achievement.
• Consults with teachers, administrators and colleagues as may be required (e.g. selecting materials to be used, implementing lesson plans) regarding EL English proficiency and academic achievement.
• Supports EL students by addressing concerns related to EL students such as special information, special learning needs, cultural appreciation, etc. for the purpose of receiving and/or conveying information regarding EL English proficiency and academic achievement.
• Provides EL support by identifying students eligible for English proficiency testing based on the Primary Home Language Other Than English (PHLOTE) survey.
• Provides El support by administering assessments as needed for the purpose of assisting EL students in improving English proficiency and academic achievement.
• Provides EL support by creating appropriate paperwork, obtaining signatures, and maintaining various English Learner records [e.g. PHLOTE survey, Parent Notification Form (PNF), EL profile card, lesson plans, attendance records] for the purpose of providing up-to-date information and support with ensuring EL students attain English language proficiency and meet state academic standards.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES:
• Perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios.
• Read a variety of manuals; writes documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others.
• Understand multi-step written and oral instructions.
• Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include record-keeping principles; and office equipment/software.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional situations; Responds promptly to student, staff, and public needs.
• Interpersonal Skills - Maintains confidentiality; Creates and maintains a positive and conducive work environment.
• Oral Communication - Responds well to questions.
• Written Communication - Edits work for spelling and grammar.
• Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful and positive manner.
• Safety and Security - Uses equipment and materials properly.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write correspondence.
• Ability to work with a variety of people and maintain the confidentiality of information.
TECHNOLOGY SKILLS:
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet and District software; and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, and other appropriate technology software).
• Knowledge of appropriate business machines and telephones.
• Monitor special system(s), not limited to, including security and fire alarm systems.
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.
• The employee must occasionally lift and, or move up to 25 pounds. In addition, some carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and, or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity.
• The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: requires sitting, walking, and standing.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
• Ten-month, employee pay, and benefits in accordance with Board policy.
• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Part Time Employee Benefits in accordance with Board policy.
EVALUATION:
• Performance to be evaluated in accordance with the Board policy on evaluation of support personnel.