ELL Paraprofessional

APPLY ONLINE DIRECTLY AT https://www.applitrack.com/rsdk12/onlineapp/Job Title: ParaprosContract Days: 185, 7.5 hrs/dayThe Parapros are directly supervised and evaluated by the administrators at the building/department.Qualifications of Employment: High school diploma or GED requiredParapros must provide a transcript showing at least 60 college hoursor pass the parapro exam (RSD can provide this parapro exam, but the candidate is responsible for the testing fees)Pass a background check (RSD will reimburse once passed)Need to be able to pick up at 45-50 lbsMust be able to work with students on the floor and get up by themselvesProfessional communication skillsAll: Bilingual in Spanish is strongly preferredProper grammar usage with EnglishAll: Basic computer skillsTyping, emailClerks: Excel, Microsoft Word, Google, Eschool knowledge preferredPreschool parapros only: Associate's degree with at least 60 early childhood hours or obtain a Child Development Associate Credential (have 2 years to obtain this with RSD)Must obtain the CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications every 2 years Parapros: ParaprosSpecial ed paraproALE paraproEssential Duties and Responsibilities: May involve personal care for students (bathroom help, feeding, etc)Follow and teach lesson plans from teachersSubstitute if neededAbility to be flexible on scheduling, can be placed where needed in the districtSupport students and teachers in the classrooms with academicsBuilding Duties: Hallway, Cafeteria, Recess, Bus/Car Duty Showing up to work on time and notifying supervisors immediately when unable to come to workRestraint & De-escalation trainingActive supervision of students: walk around, communicate with students, etc.May need to grade student workPreparing and maintaining materials/resources neededUphold confidentiality - FERPAMandated ReporterClerical duties such as filing, data entry, phone calls, copies, assisting with EschoolScreen visitors and follow any RSD safety proceduresMaintaining, distribution, and record keeping for any devices (laptops, ipads, etc)Demonstrate professional and polite language and appearanceParent communication regarding studentsParticipate in the RSD annual professional development with contract daysFollow all RSD policies and proceduresBe responsible for correctly documenting timesheets and any other documentationOther duties as assigned 7.5 hrs/day (Example Schedules): 7:30 - 3:30 with 30 minute lunch (unpaid) + 2 fifteen minute paid breaks7:45 - 3:45 with 30 minute lunch (unpaid) + 2 fifteen minute paid breaks8:00 - 4:00 with 30 minute lunch (unpaid) + 2 fifteen minute paid breaks Job Duties Specific to this position: Essential ResponsibilitiesProvide instructional support to English Learners in grades K12 based on student and school needs.Assist ESL teachers and classroom teachers with implementing instructional strategies and accommodations designed to support English Learners.Provide small-group and/or individual instruction targeting English language development and academic content.Push into general education classrooms to support EL students with grade-level content, assignments, vocabulary, academic language, and classroom participation.Reinforce English language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.Provide scaffolding, modeling, visuals, vocabulary support, and other strategies to help ELs access grade-level instruction.Assist students in understanding classroom directions, academic vocabulary, assignments, and content.Provide overflow interpreting support when district or school interpreters are unavailable or when additional language support is needed.Perform other duties related to ESL student and family support as assigned.QualificationsMust be bilingual in Spanish and English.Biliteracy in Spanish and English is preferred, including the ability to read and write effectively in both languages.Previous experience working with children, English Learners, or in a school setting preferred.60 college hours or must be able to pass a Paraprofessional examRSD Positions (include but not limited to the following: Instructional paraprosMigrant paraprosSpecial ed paraprosALE paraprosESL paraprosFocus room/ISS paraprosPreschool parapros