EL Paraeducator Assistant I @ Galena HS (35 hrs./wk., 182.days)

About the role

The EL Paraeducator Assistant I supports teaching staff in providing English Learner (EL) students with individual and/or group instruction. Responsibilities include adapting classroom activities, assisting students with assignments, monitoring progress, collaborating with staff, and modeling English communication.

Responsibilities

• Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials under the direction of the EL teacher and/or EL Facilitator
• Assists students, individually or in small groups, with lesson assignments
• Maintains confidentiality regarding all aspects of his/her work with children, staff members, and all aspects of his/her work
• Monitors current and/or former EL student progress toward language/content objectives
• Collaborate with instructional staff
• Helps to instruct English learners
• Models English communication
• Promotes EL students' self-esteem
• Maintains a safe and positive learning environment
• Attends required meetings and in-service presentations

Qualifications

• Completion of 48 semester or 60 quarter units from an accredited college/university (preferably in child development, education, special education, or related field)
• OR
• A high school diploma and two (2) years of experience as a Paraeducator aide or in a similar instructional/guidance role

Benefits

Benefits packages are available for all employees, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, sick leave, holiday pay, vacation pay, PERS, and more. Full-time employees receive additional benefits such as longevity bonuses and guidance resources.