Bilingual Paraprofessional

Position: Bilingual Instructional Paraprofessional

Campus: San Leon Elementary School

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Paygrade: Per Compensation Manual

Immediate Supervisor(s): Campus Principal and Teacher(s) Assigned

Days Employed: Per Compensation Manual

POSITION SUMMARY :

Provide supplemental assistance for the teacher in the preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements when working with identified ESL or Bilingual students

Work under the supervision of a certified teacher

QUALIFICATIONS :

Education/Certification:

High School Diploma or GED

Must have completed 30 college hours; OR

Met a rigorous standard of quality, demonstrated through a formal State or local academic assessment

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions

Good interpersonal skills

Ability to work well with students and staff

Bilingual (written and oral)

Experience:

Some experience working with children

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES :

Instructional Support:

Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays

Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments

Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom

Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment

Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports

Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers

Student Management:

Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher, work with individual students or small groups

Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom this includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty

Keep the teacher informed of the special needs or problems of individual students

Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance

Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned

Other duties as assigned

EQUIPMENT USED :

Copier, computer, audiovisual equipment

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors :

Maintain emotional control under stress.

Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting