Esol Kindergarten Classroom Paraprofessional

Northside Elementary

POSITION TITLE: ESOL Kindergarten Classroom Paraprofessional

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma

• At least one (1) of the following:

• Two (2) years of college credit;

• An associate's degree (or higher);

• Provide evidence of passing the Arkansas State Board of Education adopted Praxis Paraprofessional Assessment

• Highly motivated with strong organizational skills; able to coordinate multiple tasks at one time.

• Self-starter; able to work independently.

REPORTS TO: Principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 185 days with benefits provided according to Siloam Springs School Board policies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assist students in developing skills needed for social and academic success.

• Help students by providing academic support.

• Help students develop problem solving skills.

• Monitor student progress and maintain documentation.

• Collaborate with classroom teacher and other staff.

• Maintain positive communication with students and families.

• Support classroom instruction.

• Collaborate with the other ESOL staff to support student learning.

• Support development of English language skills.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Abide by state statutes, school board policies and regulations.

• Attend meetings and performs duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors.

• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.

• Remain current on instructional practices in education.