EL Paraeducator Assistant I HQ @Lemmon Valley Elementary (35 hrs./wk., 182 days)

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EL Paraeducator Assistant I HQ @Lemmon Valley Elementary (35 hrs./wk., 182 days)

Education Support Professionals - ESP/Classified - Paraeducator Assistant

Job Number: 2000016901

Start Date: N/A

Closing Date: N/A

English Language Development

Highly Qualified (HQ) Status: Applicants must possess a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent, and have completed the following requirements: Completed at least 48 semester hours of credit at an accredited college or university; or, obtained an associate's degree or higher degree from an accredited college or university; or, passed the ParaPro Assessment prepared and administered by Educational Testing Service (ETS) with a score of at least 460.

Summary Description

Under general supervision of site administration, assists teaching staff in providing English Learner (EL) students with individual and/or group instruction. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining records and instructional materials. Performs related duties as required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials under the direction of the EL teacher and/or EL Facilitator for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing language needs and building academic language and content knowledge.
• Assists students, individually or in small groups with lesson assignments for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts or pre-teaching to build background knowledge that allows EL students to comprehend or have equitable access to grade-level (Tier I) content.
• Maintains current and/or former EL student progress toward language/content objectives and targets for the purpose of providing feedback to students, EL teacher, site facilitator, and/or general education teacher.
• Collaborates with instructional staff for the purpose of improving the overall quality of student language outcomes.
• Under the direction of the EL teacher/EL Facilitator, helps to instruct English learners for the purpose of showing language acquisition progress and gaining academic skills.
• Demonstrates understanding of students' language needs/proficiency levels and designs lessons to increase receptive and productive language development.
• Demonstrates cooperation, openness for growth and willingness to contribute to a team approach.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding all aspects of his/her work with children, staff members, and all aspects of his/her work.
• Monitor and assist "newcomer" students as needed in class, at lunch, and recess.
• Models' English communication for the purpose of developing student ability to communicate effectively in the English language.
• Promotes EL students' self-esteem through positive language instruction and encouragement.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the social cultural context of activities performed in class.
• Maintains students in a variety of educational environments (e.g., classroom, cafeteria, playground etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Attends required meetings and in-service presentations assigned for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information related to job functions.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience:
  • Completion of 48 semester or 60 quarter units from an accredited college/university (preferably in child development, education, special education, or related field).
  • AND one (1) year of relevant experience.
  • OR
  • A high school diploma.
  • AND two (2) years of experience as a Paraeducator aide or in a similar instructional/guidance role.
• Licenses/Certificates: None

Competencies for Successful Performance of Job Duties

• Knowledge of:
  • Educational principles and techniques.
  • Physical, emotional, and academic needs of students.
  • Discipline and behavior modification strategies.
  • English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
  • Basic mathematics.
  • Office procedures, file, and records management.
  • Common office equipment.
• Skill in:
  • Instructing EL students in academic and self-care areas.
  • Preparing lesson plans and teaching aids.
  • Built student confidence and cooperation.
  • Communicating tactfully with parents and staff.
  • Evaluating situations and taking effective action.
  • Typing, spelling, reading, writing, and speaking English proficiently.
  • Maintaining accurate records and summaries.
  • Developing instructional materials and performing math computations.
  • Operating office and audio-visual equipment.
  • Following oral and written instructions.
  • Establishing effective working relationships.

Work Environment / Physical Demands

• Lifting objects up to 25 lbs.: Rarely
• Lifting objects over 25 lbs.: Rarely
• Sitting for extended periods: Continuously
• Standing for extended periods: Occasionally
• Walking for extended periods: Rarely
• Bending or stooping: Rarely
• Reaching above shoulder height: Rarely
• Pushing/pulling objects: Rarely
• Climbing stairs or ladders: Rarely
• Operating heavy machinery: Never
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions: Occasionally
• Exposure to loud noises: Continuously
• Working in confined spaces: Occasionally
• Working at heights: Never
• Working with hazardous materials: Never
• Repetitive hand or arm movements: Never

Additional Job Information

This position is for the 2026/27 school year with an anticipated start date after August 1,2026.

Benefit packages are available for all employees, eligible employees who are regularly scheduled to work 27.5 hours per week or more receive full benefits of the District which include but are not limited to;

• No waiting period on Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Employees may select an insurance plan wherein WCSD contributes 100% of insurance premiums.
• Sick Leave, Holiday Pay and Vacation Pay
• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• Contribution options will be explained in detail during the New Employee Orientation.
• Salary Increases
• Longevity Bonuses
• Guidance Resources
• And More - Visit our Benefits page for more information.

Temporary employees working less than 6 months do not receive benefits.

New employees will be fingerprinted upon hire and every five years thereafter and will have $58.50 deducted from their first paycheck to help defray the cost of fingerprinting. Non-licensed employees will have $58.50 deduction when their fingerprints are completed every five years. Fingerprint fees are subject to change.

The job offer is conditional until a report is returned from the FBI and Nevada Department of Public Safety that meets the standards of WCSD for employment purposes.

Any applicant who would like to request a reasonable accommodation in any step of the selection process should contact Human Resources at (775) 348-0321.