Para Educator - ELL

Purpose Statement:

This position assists the teacher and Migrant/Bilingual Director with limited English speaking students who have issues ranging from academics to home/school contacts. He/She will serve as a Liaison to provide ongoing communication and support to help these students succeed in school. This person will provide strategic support and would contact parents, teachers, counselors, and attendance secretary when needed to help these students succeed in school.

Responsibilities include tutoring students, correcting classroom work, monitoring student behavior, adapting curriculum (under the guidance of the teacher), preparing and assisting with mainstreaming activities and preparing classroom materials.

This posting is for two positions:

6.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday. Assignment areas may be in various classrooms. Locations are at Omak Middle School, North Elementary, and East Elementary.

7 hours per day (1 hour will be bilingual record duties at higher wage) Monday through Friday. Assignment areas may be in various classrooms. Locations are at Omak Middle School, North Elementary, and East Elementary.

Selection Procedure:

A successful applicant will be bilingual English/Spanish (required) with a preferred bicultural background and posses the following characteristics: flexibility during the school day, good communication skills with students/staff, good basic academic knowledge, and be able to implement minor discipline decisions as allowed by the building principal. A committee will conduct screening and interviewing of applicants. A successful applicant will have at least two (2) years of study at an institution of higher education; or hold an Associate's Degree; or meet a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate, through a formal state or local academic assessment, knowledge of and ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics; or knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing in reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematic readiness.

Functions

Assists Bilingual staff during testing windows for the purpose of facilitation WELPA (Washington English Language Proficiency Assessment) testing procedures.

Advocates and supports students of limited english language ability for the purpose of providing a successful learning environment.

Conducts, under the direction of the teacher, student testing (e.g. subject readiness, progress, etc.) for the purpose of assessing students' placement and/or progress with assigned lessons.

Implements (under the direction of the teacher) instructional programs and lesson plans for the purpose of assisting the teacher in improving students' academic success through a defined course of study.

Monitors students within a variety of school environments for the purpose of ensuring the safety and welfare of students.

Performs record keeping and clerical functions (e.g. scheduling, filing, copying, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the teacher and/or administrator in providing necessary records/materials.

Provides verbal feedback and/or written documentation for the purpose of informing teacher/s and/or parents of students' progress.

Reports observations and incidents relating to specific students (e.g. accidents, fights, inappropriate social behavior, violations of rules, safety conditions, etc.) for the purpose of communication information to appropriate instructional and/or administrative personnel.

Knowledge and Skills:

SKILLS are required to perform single, non-technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: administering first aid.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: age appropriate activities.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities; collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with specific, job-related data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with school age children; working as part of a team; and maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the Organization's services.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 25% sitting, 40% walking, and 35% standing. The job is performed in hazardous conditions and in a clean atmosphere.

Mandatory Conditions of Employment:

Proof of High School diploma, or equivalent;

Have one of the following:

An AA Degree from an accredited academic college or university

A minimum of 72 college quarter credits

Have passed a district-recognized assessment of basic skills and instructional proficiency (currently the ETS test)

Completion of 14 hours of Fundamental Course of Study training as provided and directed by the District (OSPI and PESB requirement).

Successful clearance of the FBI and Washington State Patrol fingerprint background check.

Successful Washington State Sexual Misconduct clearance.

Completion of federal I-9 form.

For information on salary and benefits offered, please visit:

The following policies have been adopted and are reflected in our employment practices:

The Omak School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This holds true for all district activities, programs, and employment opportunities.

The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX/RCW28A.640/RCW28A.642 Officer, as well as, Compliance Coordinator for State Laws RCW 28A.640 Sexual Equality and RCW 28A.642 Discrimination Prohibited Officer, Brittney Richter, P O Box 833, Omak, WA 98841, Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Sarah Lewman,, P O Box 833, Omak, WA 98841 .

This organization complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Persons who may need some accommodation in the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Office.

Omak School District is a drug and tobacco free workplace.

For more information on Omak School District's Affirmative Action Plan, please visit the "District Information" section located under "our District" on the Omak School District website at

This organization requires a successful applicant to provide employment eligibility and verification of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act.