English Language Learner (ELL) Interpreter - SPA III (Temp) #1884
Job Description
| English Language Learner (ELL) Interpreter - SPA III (Temp) | JobID: 1884 |
- Position Type:
Class Support Staff/SPA III - English Language Learner (ELL) Interpreter
- Date Posted:
11/22/2024
- Location:
Stayton Intermediate/Middle Schools
- Date Available:
01/06/2025
- Closing Date:
12/06/2024
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English Language Learner (ELL) Interpreter
SPA III - 7 hrs/day
Stayton Intermediate Middle School
POSITION TYPE: Classified, Temporary
START DATE: Jan 2025
WORK DAYS: 185 (if hired in August; pro-rated for the remainder of the school year)
PAY: $17.32 - $22.17/hr, depending upon prior experience
Stayton Intermediate Middle School is seeking candidates who are passionate about educating the whole child. Our mission is to empower, nurture, and inspire ALL students through relationships that foster confident learners ready for an ever-changing society. We are dedicated to achieving this through instructional practices that encourage collaboration among peers in friendly and welcoming environments designed to promote positive interactions with all stakeholders.
Our vision is centered around Culture, Relationships, and Future Ready. We embody this vision through what we refer to as our Big 3. As an AVID school, we embrace AVID principles and aim to instill grit, organization, and responsibility in our students. Our instructional methods are integrated into our BERC model, which is grounded in brain research on optimal learning strategies.
Additionally, we implement the RULER system for social and emotional learning, helping students recognize their best selves while learning to regulate and label their emotions. We have cultivated a family-oriented culture
on our campus and strive to positively serve our entire school community every day.
This position is subject to a funded budget based on staffing needs. Specific assignment is subject to change.
JOB GOAL:
Under the direct supervision of a licensed teacher or administrator, the Special Programs Assistant III will provide support to students in our English Language Development (ELD) program in the students’ native tongue (Spanish). Positions may be contingent upon available federal funding, and needs of given student(s).
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
Positions assigned to the Special Programs Assistant III classification are distinguished by the responsibility to provide, under teacher supervision, direct instruction and support to students who are English Language Learners, and assist with the development of teaching materials.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to execute each requirement satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/ or ability needed for the position.- High School Diploma or equivalent as required by OAR 581-37-030, Oregon Department of Education
- 18 years of age or older
- Pass a District-approved language assessment (speak, read, write) in the language spoken by the majority of students with whom the Special Programs Assistant works.
- Ability to work harmoniously with others and to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) with students, parents and staff
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of students and their records
- Ability to supervise individual student or groups of students in an instructional setting without constant teacher oversight; work in a team situation
- Demonstrate standards of moral character and behavior to serve as an effective role model for students
- Ability to work harmoniously with school age children and/or exceptional students of all ages and abilities
- Ability to explain and present ideas, orally and in writing, to others in a clear manner
- Ability to operate instructional equipment
- Ability to perform routine record keeping tasks
- Knowledge of business English, spelling, math, office practices and procedures, and computer skills
- Ability to direct and respond appropriately to students
- Such alternatives to the above requirements as the School Board or Administration may deem appropriate and acceptable
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Assist ELD teaching staff in typical tasks: administer prepared lessons to small groups of students; administer a teacher prescribed program designed to increase student skills on a one-to-one basis; answer student questions concerning assignments; demonstrate and assist students in use of equipment and resources (e.g., reference materials, computer lessons, video viewers, and tape recorders); guide students in activities that help develop the English language
- Assist special education teaching staff in communicating with teachers and parents on student’s progress, as required by specific job assignment.
- Assist with recordkeeping to monitor students’ daily and monthly data on instructional and behavioral progress, as required by specific job assignment.
- Assist ELD teacher in diagnostic testing and reporting.
- Prepare and teach a unit of instruction under the supervision of a teacher.
- Perform clerical duties such as typing, computer entry, duplicating and recordkeeping.
- Provide supervision of student(s) in buildings or other school areas and school related activities (i.e., hall duty, at assemblies, in lunch and playground areas, or with school buses as required).
- Assist the classroom teacher in maintaining class and student records.
- Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students and staff.
- Participate in in-service programs as assigned.
- Act as a friendly ambassador of the North Santiam School District
- Perform such other tasks, including tasks of a SPA I, or II, as deemed appropriate to the Board or Administration.
WORKING CONDITIONS:PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions with routine exposure to the weather, including seasonal heat and cold. Subject to frequent loud noises in the environment.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, BONDING, AND/OR TESTING REQUIRED
Valid First Aid card as required- HQ Paraprofessional
- District-approved language assessment
- Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance
- Bloodborne Pathogen Training/ Hepatitis B Shot Series Training as required
