ESL Paraeducator
Job ID: 6468 Position Type: Support Staff/Paraeducator - ESL Date Posted: 1/30/2026 Location: Blackhawk Elementary
Additional Information:
ESL Paraeducator 6.5 hour/day 176 days/year
Job Goal: Responsible for working with students whose primary language is not English. Inputs (activities done by the position/ how they spend their time/ daily schedule Evidence(what can we see as a result of the daily schedule - logs, data book, quarterly reports, calendar) Outcomes(what happens for students - attendance, test scores, Panorama scores - how do we know this position is getting good ROI?)
Language Support
Provide one-on-one or small group language instruction to ELL students Assist ELL students in understanding and completing classroom tasks Support students in developing listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in English Help students build academic vocabulary across subject areas
Classroom Assistance
Support lead teachers in adapting lessons and materials for ELL students Assist in creating a welcoming and culturally responsive classroom environment Help manage classroom activities, focusing on the needs of ELL students Facilitate communication between ELL students and their English-speaking peers
Cultural Liaison
Act as a cultural bridge between ELL students, their families, and the school Assist in translating and interpreting when necessary (if bilingual) Help students and families navigate school systems and cultural differences Support teachers in understanding and respecting students cultural backgrounds
Academic Support
Reinforce concepts taught by the classroom teacher in students native language if possible Assist ELL students with homework and test preparation Provide additional explanations of academic content as needed Support ELL students in using educational technology and resources
Language Assessment and Progress Monitoring
Assist in administering language proficiency assessments Help collect data on students language development progress Participate in the identification and reclassification process for ELL students Support teachers in tracking and documenting ELL students academic progress
Collaboration and Communication
Work closely with ELL teachers, classroom teachers, and other support staff Participate in team meetings regarding ELL student progress and needs Communicate regularly with teachers about students language development and academic challenges Assist in maintaining open lines of communication with ELL students families
Resource Development
Help create or adapt learning materials for ELL students Assist in developing visual aids and language support tools Contribute to the creation of culturally relevant educational resources Organize and maintain ELL resources and materials
Professional Development
Attend training sessions on ELL instructional strategies and cultural competence Stay informed about best practices in second language acquisition Participate in workshops on working with diverse student populations Seek opportunities to improve personal language skills if bilingual
Language Support Documentation
Logs of language instruction sessions provided to ELL students Records of vocabulary and language concepts taught Progress notes on students language development
Adapted Educational Materials
Modified classroom materials with language supports Translated documents or resources (if bilingual) Visual aids and graphic organizers for language learning
Cultural Liaison Activities
Records of cultural mediation instances Documentation of translation/interpretation services provided Notes from meetings with ELL families
Academic Support Records
Logs of tutoring sessions and homework assistance Examples of scaffolded assignments for ELL students Records of technology use in supporting ELL students
Assessment and Progress Monitoring
Data collection sheets on language proficiency progress Notes on students performance in language assessments Documentation of students academic achievements in content areas
Collaboration Artifacts
Minutes from team meetings about ELL students Communication logs with teachers and families Emails or messages coordinating ELL support
Resource Development Products
Created or adapted ELL learning materials Organized ELL resource libraries or digital repositories Culturally relevant educational tools and resources
Professional Growth Evidence
Certificates from ELL-related training and workshops Personal language learning progress (if applicable) Reflections on implemented ELL strategies and their effectiveness
Outcomes
Language Proficiency Accelerated English language acquisition among ELL students Improved scores on language proficiency assessments Enhanced confidence in using English for academic and social purposes
Academic Achievement Improved performance of ELL students in content area subjects Increased participation of ELL students in classroom activities Higher rates of homework completion and assignment understanding
Cultural Integration Greater involvement of ELL students in school activities and programs Improved cross-cultural understanding among all students Enhanced sense of belonging for ELL students within the school community
Family Engagement Increased participation of ELL families in school events and conferences Improved communication between the school and ELL families Greater understanding among families of the U.S. education system
Classroom Inclusivity More effective differentiation of instruction for ELL students Increased use of culturally responsive teaching practices Enhanced peer relationships between ELL and non-ELL students
Student Confidence and Well-being Improved self-esteem and self-efficacy among ELL students Reduced anxiety related to language barriers Increased willingness to take risks in language learning
Teacher Effectiveness Enhanced capacity of classroom teachers to support ELL students More efficient use of instructional time through targeted ELL support Improved collaboration between mainstream and ELL teachers
Resource Utilization More effective use of language learning materials and technologies Increased availability of culturally and linguistically appropriate resources Better alignment of ELL support with curriculum objectives
School Culture Heightened awareness and celebration of linguistic diversity Improved overall school climate regarding inclusion and multiculturalism Increased recognition of bilingualism as an asset
Long-term Student Success Higher rates of ELL student retention and graduation Improved college and career readiness among ELL students Enhanced long-term academic and social outcomes for ELL students
Terms of Employment
176 day Classified position with salary and hours to be established by the Board of Education. 6.5 hours per day
EVALUATION
Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with the provisions established by the Board of Education.
SALARY RANGE
In accordance with the USW (United Steelworkers) Negotiated Agreement Starting wage $16.93 per hour per 2025/2026 USW contract.
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