PARAPROFESSIONAL, ENGLISH LANGUAGE ACQUISITION, SPANISH

About the role

Supports teachers by providing curriculum-based English language acquisition educational support to students in designated subject areas. The position offers a competitive salary range starting at $22.824 per hour for new hires and $22.824 to $27.275 per hour for internal candidates. Additional benefits include time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement. The position is represented by an employee association and is part of the Denver Public Schools, which is committed to equity, accountability, integrity, collaboration, and fun.

Responsibilities

• Provides classroom assistance in the area of language acquisition as students develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in designated subject areas.
• Prepares and sets up educational materials.
• Provides computer-based reading and writing instruction for students who scored below established levels on standardized tests or assessments.
• Aids in assessing students' reading and writing abilities.
• Collaborates with teachers and educational staff to coordinate instructional efforts and develop lesson plans.
• Presents subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, computer-based instruction, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods.
• Assists individuals and small student groups and reinforces learning concepts presented by teachers.
• Communicates (verbally and in writing) with students and parents about routine issues in their native language.
• Supervises and monitors students at assigned sites and reinforces positive student behaviors and adheres to student related administration policies and rules.

Requirements

• Bilingual in Spanish and English is required.
• Must complete a proficiency exam hosted by Berlitz, which includes passing both speaking and reading components.
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in the community.
• Believe in and support all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high-quality education.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with Denver Public Schools.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Qualifications

To see what qualifications are acceptable for this role, please refer to the paraprofessional qualifications guide. For ELA-S paraprofessional positions, candidates must also complete a proficiency exam hosted by Berlitz.