Teacher Assistant (Grade: 9-12)

Dallas Independent School District

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Description

  • Assist teachers in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays for English learner students in Dual Language, ESL and Sheltered classrooms
  • Provide support to English learner students and families/guardians with diverse language needs
  • Under direct supervision of a highly-qualified/certified teacher, conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher for English learner students; work with these students individually or in small groups
  • Keep the teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual English learner students
  • Provide in-class language support for English learner students at different language proficiency levels
  • Assist Bilingual ESL and Sheltered teachers with interventions and tutoring on an as needed basis for EL students
  • Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance (i.e. campus PDs, PLCs, SIM Training)
  • Participate in faculty meetings and special events related to English learner students as assigned
  • Perform all other tasks and duties related to English Learners as assigned
  • All federally funded incumbents of this position must comply with time and effort reporting requirements through personnel activity reports or periodic certification, as appropriate.

Qualifications

  • Accredited High School Diploma or equivalent (U.S.A. equivalency), plus one of the following: Associate degree, 48 credit hours, or pass an academic assessment
  • Paraprofessional certificate required from State Board of Certification
  • Ability to successfully complete assignments with general supervision
  • Demonstrated general knowledge of child growth/development and behavior characteristics
  • Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal format
  • Demonstrated ability to work with people from diverse ethnic groups
  • Demonstrated initiative and a willingness to follow verbal and written instructions
  • Demonstrated organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills required to achieve the goals of the position
  • Knowledge of district organizations, operations, and administrative policies preferred
  • Bilingual (English/another language) preferred

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