ESL Paraeducator 6.5 hours/day 176 days/year

ESL Paraeducator 6.5 hours/day 176 days/year JobID: 6467

Position Type:

Support Staff/Paraeducator - ESL

Date Posted:

1/30/2026

Location:

Blackhawk Elementary

Anticipated Start Date:

02/13/2026

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TITLE: English Learner Paraprofessional

QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma.

Associate degree or 60 college credit hours or pass the ETS (Educational Testing

Service) ParaPRO Assessment Test

Educator License with Stipulations (ELS) with a Paraprofessional Endorsement

Speaks the language of the supported students

Evidence of emotional stability and maturity

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

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?)

1. 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

2. 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

3. 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

4. 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

5. 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

6. 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

7. 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

8. 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

1. 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

2. Adapted Educational Materials

• Modified classroom materials with language supports
• Translated documents or resources (if bilingual)
• Visual aids and graphic organizers for language learning

3. Cultural Liaison Activities

• Records of cultural mediation instances
• Documentation of translation/interpretation services provided
• Notes from meetings with ELL families

4. 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

5. 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

6. Collaboration Artifacts

• Minutes from team meetings about ELL students
• Communication logs with teachers and families
• Emails or messages coordinating ELL support

7. Resource Development Products

• Created or adapted ELL learning materials
• Organized ELL resource libraries or digital repositories
• Culturally relevant educational tools and resources

8. Professional Growth Evidence

• Certificates from ELL-related training and workshops
• Personal language learning progress (if applicable)
• Reflections on implemented ELL strategies and their effectiveness

1. 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

2. 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

3. 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

4. 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

5. 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

6. 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

7. 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

8. 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

9. School Culture

• Heightened awareness and celebration of linguistic diversity
• Improved overall school climate regarding inclusion and multiculturalism
• Increased recognition of bilingualism as an asset

10. 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

11. Assessment and Accountability

• More accurate assessment of ELL students' content knowledge
• Improved tracking of language proficiency growth
• Enhanced ability to demonstrate program effectiveness to stakeholders

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 based on 2025/2026 USW union contract.

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