Para ESOL Newcomer (2025-2026 School Year)

pstrongJob Title:/strong Para ESOL Newcomer/ppstrongPosition Function:/strong ESOL Newcomer Paraeducator helps to deliver educational programs in the elementary, middle, or high schools by supporting the teacher working with individual, or groups of students. The development of the ESL Paraeducator's role is to link academic assistance, communication and/or understanding between the school, classroom teacher, families and community by assisting at the school conferences, gatherings or events. They will provide assistance and support to ESOL and Migrant students during a seven (7) hour schedule./ppstrongEssential Performance Responsibilities:/strong/pul liWill spend 6.5 hours of their time in the classroom /liliAssists students with lessons under direct supervision of classroom teacher /liliAssists students and reinforce concepts for individuals or small groups /liliWorks with teachers to modify activities to meet individual student's needs and develop academic language/liliPerforms formal and/or informal assessment activities after training by ESOL or district staff /liliAssists teachers in monitoring, collecting data, and maintaining records regarding student performance and progress /liliAssists in the maintenance of learning areas and/or learning centers and instructional materials. /liliDisplays patience and understanding while managing children /liliUnderstands and is sensitive to the obstacles facing the children under your supervision /liliTeaches self-help, problem solving and/or coping skills /liliRecognizes individual learning styles and become knowledgeable of the characteristics of learners you serve (e.g. cultural background, language proficiency, mobility, and family dynamics) /liliDocuments parent contacts and inform appropriate personnel. Many contacts are required for students' supplemental services/li/ulp/ppstrongAdditional Duties:/strong Assists with additional duties as assigned by supervisor./ppstrongEquipment:/strong This position may require the ability to use SMART boards and iPads in addition to basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with USD 259's guidelines for equipment use./ppstrongTravel:/strong Limited travel between schools and central offices may be required./ppstrongPhysical and Mental Demands:/strong/pul liMust be able to work in various weather conditions- supervision of students at the start or the end of the school day, at recess and at buses may be required /liliMust be able to walk long distances (inside school and on playground), stand for long periods of time, sit for long periods of time and climb steps /liliMust be able to sit with students at small tables and chairs and on occasion on the floor /liliBe able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 20 pounds/li/ulp/ppstrongKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:/strong/pul liKnowledge of various philosophies and theories of education /liliKnowledge and skills in working within a multidisciplinary context /liliAbility to communicate both verbally and written in order to communicate with others inside and outside of the organization for the purpose of giving and obtaining information /liliAbility to communicate effectively with a Supervisor when their discretion is needed /liliAbility to perform as an effective team player /liliAbility to plan, organize, make decisions and prioritize work to meet the daily demands of the building /liliExhibit a professional manner and a positive attitude /liliUse good judgment to make decisions on recurring assignments /liliDisplay a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality /liliAbility to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance /liliKnowledge of company's mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them/li/ulp/pbr pstrongInterrelations:/strong/pul liContact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors /liliWill be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks /liliWill be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy /liliMust understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues /liliExpected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service/li/ulp/ppstrongEmployee Punctuality and Appearance:/strong/pul liIn order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave /liliAny deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator/liliAll employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their position/li/ulp/ppstrongQualification Profile:/strong/pul liHigh School Diploma or GED equivalent required /liliParas working in a Title School must have a minimum of 48 accredited college credits verifiable with a transcript or pass a state approved assessment/liliDemonstrate proficiency and literacy skills in another language (for jobs defined as bilingual only)/li/ulp/ppstrongFLSA Status:/strong Non-Exempt/p