Multilingual English Learner Student Support Paraprofessional

Multilingual English Learner Student Support Paraprofessional Job ID: 10349 Position Type: Support Professional Employees Date Posted: 2/23/2026 Location: Deseret Peak High School The Multilingual English Learner (MEL) Student Support Paraprofessional provides academic, linguistic, and cultural support to English Learner students in a variety of classroom and school settings. This role works closely with the MEL Facilitator and/or ELD teachers, general education teachers, and school staff to ensure equitable access to curriculum and a supportive learning environment for multilingual English learner students. The MEL Paraprofessional will also be involved in administering language proficiency assessments to determine students’ performance levels and to identify language acquisition needs. Additionally, the MEL paraprofessional will facilitate communication between students, families, and school staff, including interpretation and translation when appropriate. Essential Job Functions Provide direct instructional support to Multilingual English Learner students under the supervision of the school administrator and/or licensed staff. Assist in the delivery of differentiated instruction and language development activities within the general classroom setting. Support newcomer students by providing orientation, registration assistance, and access to district and school resources to ensure a smooth transition into the educational system. Support students in understanding classroom content, assignments, and assessments. Facilitate communication between students, families, and school staff, including interpretation and translation when appropriate and qualified. Help monitor student progress and provide feedback to administrators, school building facilitators, and teachers. Work collaboratively with school administrators, specialists, teachers, counselors, and other personnel to ensure that English Learners’ academic and social‑emotional needs are met. Meet individually with multilingual English learner students to check on academic progress (grades, homework, attendance, etc.) based on referrals or at‑risk determinations. Document students’ academic progress, attendance tracking, and other requested data tracking documentation needs. Assist with English proficiency assessments such as WIDA screenings and WIDA ACCESS testing processes. Support school and district efforts to involve families, including translation support for school meetings and/or events. Maintain confidentiality and adhere to district policies and procedures. Attend district and school training related to paraprofessional qualifications and skills. Additional Skills Bilingual skills – Fluent in Spanish is preferred. Ability to carry out instructions provided in written or oral form. Ability to report work orally or in written form to supervisors. Ability to check email daily and respond via email when necessary. Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, students, and EL families. Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, families, employees, and others. Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with English Learner students. Willingness to adjust and/or change based on supervisory feedback. Must work well independently with self‑initiative and organization skills. Equipment Use standard office equipment when necessary, such as school devices/computers and copiers. Travel Requirements Occasional district/school meetings may require some traveling during the workday. Works in standard office and school building environments. Qualifications A combination of education and experience that demonstrates the necessary knowledge and skills for successful job performance will be considered. Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required (submit diploma or certification within the job application). Title I School Requirement (if applicable): To work at a Title I school, candidates must meet the Highly Qualified Paraprofessional standard by fulfilling one of the following: Hold an Associate’s degree. Have completed at least 48 college or university credit hours. Successfully pass the MasterTeacher Paraprofessional exams within 3 months of being hired. Minimum Age: Applicants must be at least 21 years old. *This position is funded by a state and/or federal grant, which is considered a soft funded source. Continuation of the role each school year is contingent on an annual review and ongoing availability of funds. Contract 25 hours per week, student‑contact days (approximately 177 school days), Time Card. Support Professional Employees Salary Schedule 2025‑2026: Level E Rate 1 ($15.85/hour starting pay); additional pay for Associate and/or Bachelor Degrees. Postings current as of 5/4/2026 9:50:40 PM CST. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tooele County School District