About this role
Location: Wilkinson School Cost Center: Wilkinson School Hours Per Day: 7.5 Shift: 1st Contract Months: 10 Days Posted: 5 Posting Closing Time: 4:30 PM Title I: Yes Title I Definition: Title I Definition Require Test: Yes Testing Information: Testing Information High School Diploma/Equivalent: Yes Salary Lane: SSP07 Salary Schedules: Salary Schedules PARAPROFESSIONAL AIDE III - ESOL SALARY SCHEDULE: SSP 7
COST CENTER: DISTRICT-WIDE QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstrable ability to speak, write, and understand a foreign language used in a specific school setting.
- Must be able to communicate effectively.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- AA Degree or higher, or 60 semester college credits, or Passing Score on the ParaPro Assessment Test KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Basic knowledge and understanding of limited English proficient students.
- Knowledge of general computer use.
- Willing to learn the unique educational and/or personal needs of an individual LEP student in order to be able to assist him/her.
- Ability to listen and follow oral and written directions.
- Ability to work both independently and as a team member.
REPORTS TO
- Principal or Designee JOB GOAL To assist the teacher(s) in providing a well organized, smoothly functioning environment in which limited English students can take full advantage of the instructional program and available resources.
SUPERVISES
N/A PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Share in all teaching responsibilities except those reserved by the law to certified teachers.
- Assist in the supervision of students as assigned.
- Perform clerical duties as assigned.
- Assist in creating a safe learning environment.
- Implement classroom activities as directed.
- Assist staff members with behavioral management.
- Assist with the development of instructional materials.
- Assist with the preparation of accurate records and reports.
- Assist with assessing student progress.
- Communicate effectively with staff and parents.
- Work closely with the school personnel in establishing and maintaining the Parent Leadership Council at the school site.
- Translate and/or interpret home/school communication to parents/guardians on an as-needed basis.
- Use specialized equipment as required.
- Intervene, when appropriate, to situations concerning discipline of students.
- Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
- Provide for a safe and secure workplace.
- Model and maintain high ethical standards.
- Follow attendance, punctuality and proper dress rules.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding school matters.
- Maintain positive relationships with staff and vendors.
- Participate in workshops and training sessions as required.
- Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
- Respond to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner.
- Follow all School Board policies, rules and regulations.
- Exhibit interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member.
- Demonstrate support for the School District and its goals and priorities.
- Perform other incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District's approved compensation plan.
- Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the District.
EVALUATION
- Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.
Job Description
- Supplement No. 03