EL Paraeducator Assistant I HQ @ Sparks HS (35 hrs./wk., 182.days)

Washoe County Job Fair - Walk-ins are welcome! When: Thursday, October 22 from 11:00am-2:00pm Where: Reno/Sparks Convention Center. 4590 S Virginia St. Reno NV 89502 **POSITION:**EL Paraeducator Assistant I HQ **SCHEDULE:**35 hrs./wk., 182.days **LOCATION:**Sparks, NV SALARY:$15.44 per hour - $18.56 per hour TO APPLY: **Direct Link:**https://washoe.atenterprise.powerschool.com/ats/job\_board\_form?op=viewandJOB\_ID=2000018387andCOMPANY\_ID=00004845andredirect\_qs=andredirect\_qs=COMPANY\_ID=00004845 **Career Page:**https://www.washoeschools.net/Page/1034 Please note, employers may close jobs on the website at any time. SUMMARY: Under general supervision of site administration, assists teaching staff in providing English Learner (EL) students with individual and/or group instruction. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining records and instructional materials. Performs related duties as required. MINIMUM/PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: Completed at least 48 semester hours of credit at an accredited college or university; or, obtained an associate's degree or higher degree from an accredited college or university; or, Passed the ParaPathways with a required reading/writing score of at least 332 or above, and a math score of 334 or above. or Passed the ParaPro Assessment prepared and administered by Educational Testing Services (ETS) with a score of at least 455. Completion of 48 semester or 60 quarter units from an accredited college/university (preferably in child development, education, special education, or related field). one (1) year of relevant experience. High school diploma. two (2) years of experience as a Paraeducator aide or in a similar instructional/guidance role. Educational principles and techniques. Physical, emotional, and academic needs of students. Discipline and behavior modification strategies. English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Basic mathematics. Office procedures, file, and records management. Common office equipment. Instructing EL students in academic and self-care areas. Preparing lesson plans and teaching aids. Building student confidence and cooperation. Communicating tactfully with parents and staff. Evaluating situations and taking effective action. Typing, spelling, reading, writing, and speaking English proficiently. Maintaining accurate records and summaries. Developing instructional materials and performing math computations. Operating office and audio-visual equipment. Following oral and written instructions. Establishing effective working relationships. None JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials under the direction of the EL teacher and/or EL Facilitator for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing language needs and building academic language and content knowledge. Assists students, individually or in small groups with lesson assignments for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts or pre-teaching to build background knowledge that allows EL students to comprehend or have equitable access to grade-level (Tier I) content. Monitors current and/or former EL student progress toward language/content objectives and targets for the purpose of providing feedback to students, EL teacher, site facilitator, and/or general education teacher. Collaborate with instructional staff for the purpose of improving the overall quality of student language outcomes. Under the direction of the EL teacher/EL Facilitator, helps to instruct English learners for the purpose of showing language acquisition progress and gaining academic skills. Demonstrates understanding of students' language needs/proficiency levels and designs lessons to increase receptive and productive language development. Demonstrates cooperation, openness for growth and willingness to contribute to a team approach. Maintains confidentiality reg rding all aspects of his/her work with children, staff members, and all aspects of his/her work. Monitor and assist "newcomer" students as needed in class, at lunch, and recess. Models' English communication for the purpose of developing student ability to communicate effectively in the English language. Promotes EL students' self-esteem through positive language instruction and encouragement. Demonstrates an understanding of the social cultural context of activities performed in class. Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.g., classroom, cafeteria, playground etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment. Attends required meetings and in-service presentations assigned for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information related to job functions. Performs other duties related to the position, as assigned. WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Lifting objects up to 25 lbs.: Rarely Lifting objects over 25 lbs.: Rarely Sitting for extended periods: Continuously Standing for extended periods: Occasionally Walking for extended periods: Rarely Bending or stooping: Rarely Reaching above shoulder height Rarely Pushing/pulling objects: Rarely Climbing stairs or ladders: Rarely Operating heavy machinery: Never Exposure to outdoor weather conditions: Occasionally Exposure to loud noises: Continuously Working in confined spaces: Occasionally Working at heights: Never Working with hazardous materials: Never Repetitive hand or arm movements: Never BENEFITS: []{style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 16 "}