What are the responsibilities and job description for the English Language Learners (ELL) Paraeducator - Bilingual (Traveling) (6870 ELL) position at Evergreen Public Schools?

ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS(ELL) PARAEDUCATOR - BILINGUAL (TRAVELING)

LOCATION : Heritage High School

REPORTS TO : ELL Director / Principal

DEPARTMENT : ELL

Bilingual - Spanish, Russian or Chuukese preferred

Hours / Work Times

6 Hours Per Day (times to be determined)

190 Days Per Year (180 student days / 10 holidays)

This position will remain open until a qualified applicant is selected. The earliest date a recommendation for hire may be submitted is after 12 / 20 / 24.

Must meet Paraeducator Employment Requirements as follows

Be at least eighteen (18) years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent; AND
Must meet one or more of the following :
Have received a passing score of 455 or higher on the Education Testing Service ParaPro Assessment (ETS test / PRAXIS); or
Hold an Associate Degree or higher from an accredited college or university; or
Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university; or
Have completed a Paraeducator Apprenticeship Program (program must be registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council).
If you do not meet the required qualifications listed above, your name will be screened out from the list of qualified candidates .

Upon hire, new paraeducators will be required to complete state required training offered through Evergreen School District.

Position Duration : Permanent

Classification Group : PSE Pro-Tech IV

Click this link to find the salary schedule associated with this position PSE Large Group Salary Schedule

Evergreen Public Schools (EPS) offers the following to eligible employees who work at least 630 hours in a school year :

Medical, dental, vision, basic long-term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance through School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). For additional information click EPS Benefits Information.

Employees may also be eligible to participate in FSA, DCAP, HSA, FPFSA (w / HDHP), and other supplemental benefits.

Employees may be eligible for employer-employee funded retirement benefits through Department of Retirement Services (DRS).

EPS offers paid holidays and paid time off, including but not limited to, sick, vacation, personal, religious, and bereavement leave. Additional negotiated leave options can be found in the associated Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for this position PSE Large Group CBA.

We appreciate your interest in employment with Evergreen Public Schools. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview / selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation including fingerprints Click here for Fingerprinting Services.

Failure to submit a full application package will result in disqualification.

External applicants must include official transcripts (upon hire) to confirm education or ETS ParaPro Assessment results with application.

STANCE STATEMENT :

Evergreen Public Schools are committed to eliminating the predictability of outcomes by demographic group and we strive to be a diverse community of schools that provides each member with the opportunities, access, resources, and support they need to be successful. With this in mind, our goal is to recruit, hire and retain employees of all racial / ethnic backgrounds who will bring their unique talents and skills into our educational institution to encourage students to thrive academically. Our district aims to provide an equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for all students and staff to succeed in a racially and culturally diverse local, national and global community.

SUMMARY STATEMENT :

Under the supervision of the classroom instructor and the building Principal, the ELL Paraeducator will assist in the supervision of instructional activities, working closely with students on an individual as well as a small group basis on English language acquisition and basic skills.

Specialty Language Preferred - speaking Paraeducators will perform additional duties as specified under "Other Responsibilities".

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Assist the program instructor in supervising and working with students as follows :

Assist in providing one-to-one and group instruction to students so as to meet course outcomes.

Assist in establishing and maintaining a learning environment as specified by course goals and curriculum outcomes.

Assist in evaluating and specifying direction of instruction so as to maximize each student's potential.

Record and maintain accurate data on student progress.

Assist in administering and scoring formal and informal tests.

Assist in implementing behavioral management strategies using the same emphasis and techniques as set forth by the teacher.

Assist in organizing and preparing instructional materials on the typewriter and / or computer.

Assist interpreters in conferencing with parents and students.

May travel from location to location to assist students in the program.

Attend meetings and inservice training throughout the school year.

Maintain an up-to-date understanding of the overall operation of the ELL program.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES :

A specialty language preferred speaking assistant will :

Provide academic primary language support for students who have a specialty language.

Assist in communication with specialty language speaking parents and students.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS REQUIRED :

Vision (66-100%)

Hearing (66-100%)

Speaking (66-100%)

Standing (33-66%)

Walking (Up to 33%)

Travel (66-100%)

Writing (33-66%)

Bending (Up to 33%)

Stooping (Up to 33%)

Sitting (33-66%)

Acceptable Attendance

MENTAL DEMANDS REQUIRED :

Reading Documents

66-100%)

Confidentiality

66-100%)

Language

66-100%)

Verbal Communication

66-100%)

Written Communication

33-66%)

Multiple Concurrent Tasks

66-100%)

Constant Interruptions

66-100%)

Percentages of requirements of physical and mental tasks are only an estimate. Reasonable accommodations for persons with a disability will be considered in order for them to perform the essential functions of the job.

66-100%) = Continuously

33-66%) = Frequently

Up to 33%) = Occasionally

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT NECESSARY :

Computer / Laptop, typewriter, telephone, copy machines, and all other tools and equipment necessary to perform the essential functions as listed above.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Test on basic skills required. The successful candidate may qualify for a pay rate in the pro / tech category only if the specialty language is required and all other criteria is met).

Basic typing / keyboarding skills.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents.

Previous experience working with students in academic areas preferred.

Must possess personal characteristics of flexibility, initiative, cooperativeness, and confidentiality.

Ability or willingness to learn the computer.

Demonstrated ability to use the various office equipment as outlined in the tools and equipment area above.

Previous experience working with individuals from other cultures preferred.

Bilingual skills desirable.

Must have a good command of the English language.

Must be able to demonstrate competencies in reading, writing, and math.

Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in preferred language as evidenced by an oral and written evaluation in the preferred language.

Must be able to travel from location to location to assist students in the program.

Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with others as part of a team.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES RELATED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCE AND EQUITY :

Knowledge / awareness of own cultural identity and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others.

Supports a positive school environment that celebrates, respects and values diversity, where learning is made relevant and meaningful to students of various cultures.

Participates in activities and discussions that lead to increased cultural competence.

Demonstrates a commitment to equitable outcomes for all students.

Ability to recognize each person as a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage.

The ability and desire to establish positive relationships with persons regardless of race, gender, physical limitation, sexual orientation or religious belief, with an active commitment to equal opportunity for all persons.

Notice of Nondiscrimination :

Evergreen Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination :

Title IX Coordinator

Cale Piland

Director of Student Services

13413 NE LeRoy Haagen Memorial Dr.

P.O. Box 8910

Vancouver, WA 98668-8910

Telephone : (360) 604-4430

Section 504 / ADA Coordinator

Cate Winters

Health Services Manager

13413 NE LeRoy Haagen Memorial Dr.

P.O. Box 8910

Vancouver, WA 98668-8910

Telephone : (360) 604-6711

Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator

Tracy Thompson

Senior Director Human Resources

13413 NE LeRoy Haagen Memorial Dr.

P.O. Box 8910

Vancouver, WA 98668-8910

Telephone : (360) 604-4014

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