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ESL Paraprofessional
Academy School District 20
Colorado, CO | Full Time
$43k-72k (estimate)
7 Days Ago
ESL Paraprofessional
Academy School District 20 Colorado, CO
$43k-72k (estimate)
Full Time | Elementary & Secondary Education 7 Days Ago
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Academy School District 20 is Hiring an ESL Paraprofessional Near Colorado, CO

Location:High Plains Elementary School
Recruiting Start Date06/17/2024
Estimated Start Date08/06/2024
Assists the licensed (English as a Second Language) ESL staff in meeting the goals of students within the classroom setting.
Note: This position addresses current student needs at the specified school. If the current program/school should experience a change in student needs, the individual filling this position may be required to change locations to another school where needs are demonstrated. This could occur at any time during the school year.
The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.
  • Reports consistently for work as scheduled
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards
  • Accompanies and assists student(s) while in the classroom setting
  • Accompanies the student(s) to whom assigned on trips to the office or to the school nurse as necessary
  • Assesses student abilities in the area of English as a Second Language
  • Assists in preparation, production, and maintenance of materials and equipment as assigned
  • Assists in the evaluation of software
  • Assists teachers in locating materials for classroom, and assembles materials for teachers’ use as directed
  • Attends meetings and conferences as required
  • Attends pre-job training, ongoing training, and meetings as required during the school year in order to remain up-to-date on job procedures
  • Carries out instructional programs and lessons in various learning environments as designated in the lesson plan
  • Collects data for assessment and monitoring purposes
  • Completes daily paper work (i.e. attendance reports, detention slips, student referral slips, various student passes, etc.)
  • Coordinates completion of assignments with regular classroom teachers
  • Develops and implements games and teaching aids
  • Keeps up-to-date in current curricular standards and instructional practices as they relate to ESL methodologies
  • Maintains student files; updating information as appropriate
  • Maintains, orders, and organizes inventory of supplies and materials in an effective manner
  • Monitors behavior contracts and reward systems for students
  • Performs miscellaneous clerical duties as assists other staff members
  • Proctors test-taking when requested by teachers
  • Provides instruction for students in consultation with an ESL licensed teacher
  • Provides reference assistance to students and staff
  • Serves as a resource person to the student personnel evaluation team concerning an assigned student
  • Supervises students in the use of the ESL programs on the computer
  • Tutors students in various subject areas
  • Under supervision of a teacher, works in one-to-one/groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
  • Ability to adapt to changing technologies and to learn functionality of new equipment and systems
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
  • Ability to create, access, input, retrieve, and manipulate information in various software systems
  • Ability to establish and maintain accurate record keeping, document management, and filing systems
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions including supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general public
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions
  • Ability to greet and interact with the public in a courteous and professional manner
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
  • Ability to perform routine bookkeeping and clerical accounting tasks effectively and efficiently
  • Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities
  • Ability to work independently without direct supervision
  • Commitment to the education of students as a primary responsibility
  • Communicates effectively with students and adults in a wide variety of settings
  • Computer proficiency including office productivity applications
  • Considerable knowledge of policies, procedures, and overall district functions
  • Demonstrated ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
  • Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a team setting
  • Demonstrates citizenship, compassion, courage, discernment, excellence, honesty, hope, integrity, patience, perseverance, reliability, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness
  • Demonstrates effective organizational and time management skills
  • Detail-oriented
  • Energetic, creative, innovative, flexible
  • Excellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills
  • Knowledge of office methods and procedures including appropriate telephone etiquette
  • Knowledge of Special Education, other educational programming, and associated legal requirements as related to the needs of the students assigned to the teacher
  • Promotes a positive climate, culture, and community
  • Strong mathematical and analytical skills
  • Strong organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skills
  • Student-centered and relationship-focused
  • Understanding of data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community
  • Willingness to participate in ongoing training as required
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a staff member typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive.
  • The noise level in the work environment may alternate among quiet, moderate, and loud.
  • The incumbent is frequently required to interact in person and through communication methods with the students, public, and/or other staff.
  • The incumbent is required to work scheduled school/work hours and/or days.
  • The incumbent may be required to work extended school/work hours and/or days as directed.
  • Work is generally performed in a classroom setting.
Physical Demands: The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. All physical demands, if listed, are considered essential functions
  • Sits, stands, walks, stoops, kneels, and crouches/squats while performing duties
  • Has oral and auditory capacity enabling interaction interpersonally and/or through communication devices
  • Uses eyes, hands, and finger coordination enabling the use of equipment and writing utensils
  • Typical demands require staff to lift and carry up to 20 pounds, and may be higher for some assignments depending on position and student need; climb stairs, ladders, and/or stools; reach, hold, grasp and turn objects; use fingers to operate computer keyboards; feel the shape, size and temperature of objects
Cognitive Functions: The following are some of the cognitive functions commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. The staff member may be required to analyze, communicate, compare, compile, compute, coordinate, copy, evaluate, instruct, negotiate, synthesize, reason, and use interpersonal skills.
Required QualificationsHigh school graduate -high school diploma or equivalent
Preferred QualificationsCompensation Range: $17.61-18.49
Scheduled Weekly Hours37.5
Hours Per Day7.5 hour(s) per day
Number Of Days Per Year182 days M-F
Benefits EligibilityFull-time - Regular
For more information on our benefits, please visit Employee Benefits | Academy District 20 (asd20.org).
FLSA StatusUnited States of America (Non-Exempt)
How To ApplyNew applicants (including current district staff members) must use the Workday application portal. Documents emailed directly to a supervisor will not be considered for application purposes and will not receive a response. A completed online application also includes the following uploaded documents in PDF format:
  • A current resume
Please do not call to request site visits or interviews at the school/location. Please direct all inquiries via the email address indicated on the posting
Hiring Manager Emailjan.schneider@asd20.org

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

INDUSTRY

Elementary & Secondary Education

SALARY

$43k-72k (estimate)

POST DATE

06/19/2024

EXPIRATION DATE

07/17/2024

WEBSITE

asd20.org

HEADQUARTERS

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO

SIZE

1,000 - 3,000

FOUNDED

1957

TYPE

Private

CEO

MARK HATCHELL

REVENUE

$200M - $500M

INDUSTRY

Elementary & Secondary Education

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