Teacher Assistant (Grade: 9-12)

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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