EL Aide

The Grafton School District is searching for an EL Aide for John Long Middle School from the hours of 9:15am-3:15pm. Currently the District serves over 70 students who are identified as English Language Learners and there are almost 20 different home languages represented. Due to this increasing language diversity, the District is looking for qualified EL Aides to assist students with increasing English proficiency.

Applicants should be energetic individuals who possess a passion for working with children. A high school diploma is required with a preference for individuals with post secondary education or training in meeting the needs of children who are acquiring a new language. Applicants should be fluent in English, with bilingual proficiency in Russian, Ukrainian, Spanish and other world languages being a bonus but not required.

EL Aides will work under the direction of the Districts EL Coordinator and report to building principals. The Grafton School District has been recognized as a Top Workplace by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

Essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Introduces and interprets concepts and vocabulary in content areas so that students can understand and work independently;
• Conducts instructional exercises created by the teacher with individual students and small groups;
• Works with students who are English learners in an individual or small group setting;
• Works with students while pushing-in to classrooms (or pulling-out when necessary) to support them with all aspects of English language acquisition (reading, writing, speaking, listening, and understanding);
• Meets with English Language Coordinator to provide updates on student data and collaborate for lesson planning;
• Provides assistance with the implementation of lessons (with support) for students;
• Collaborates with teachers and administrators;
• Supports students emotionally/socially and academically;
• Delivers instruction under the direction of the English Language Coordinator;
• As requested, attends grade level meetings, support teachers with regard to their students;
• Uses English language resources such as Google Translate to support student learning;
• Maintains confidentiality regarding students, student records, parents, staff, and other school-related issues;
• Assists with tasks related to the Library Media Center such checking out books, assisting with chromebooks, and supervising students

EL Aides will work under the direction of the District''s EL Coordinator and report to building principals. The Grafton School District has been recognized as a Top Workplace by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

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The Grafton School District, located north of Milwaukee in Ozaukee County, is a vibrant educational community dedicated to the success of its over 2,100 students. Comprising of four schools, the district fosters a collaborative environment in which students, parents, community members, and others work together to consistently improve staff performance and student achievement.

In recognition of its outstanding culture, the Grafton School District has been honored as a 2023, 2024, and 2025 "Top Workplace" by the Journal Sentinel. This prestigious recognition highlights the district''s dedication to fostering a positive and fulfilling work environment for its staff members.

The Board of the Grafton School District does not discriminate in the employment of professional staff on the basis of the Protected Classes of race, color, national origin, age, sex (including transgender status, change of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity), pregnancy, creed or religion, genetic information, handicap or disability, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, military service (as defined in 111.32, Wis. Stats.), ancestry, arrest record, conviction record, use or non-use of lawful products off the District's premises during non-working hours, declining to attend an employer-sponsored meeting or to participate in any communication with the employer about religious matters or political matters, or any other characteristic protected by law in its employment practices.

The Board of the Grafton School District does not discriminate based on sex in its education program or activity and is required by Title IX and its implementing regulations not to discriminate in such a manner. The requirement not to discriminate in its education program or activity extends to admission and employment. Read further at: https://go.boarddocs.com/wi/grafton/Board.nsf/Public?open&id=policie s# (Policy #2266).

Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodation(s) in the application and/or interview process, please inform us at 262-376-5400.