Paraeducator Bilingual (Spanish)

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LODI UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICTCLASS TITLE: PARAEDUCATOR-BILINGUALBASIC FUNCTION: Provide instruction to individuals or small groups of limited or non-English speaking students in a classroom pull-out or other learning environment; prepare or modify instructional materials and perform clerical duties as assigned; translate for parents and teachers as DUTIES:Individual positions may not perform all of the duties listed nor do these examples include all responsibilities of positions in this a certificated teacher with instructing in English and a second designated language; translate lessons from English to the designated language. EAssist in the presentation of instructional materials and academic instruction to individuals or small groups of students reinforcing instruction and following up on specific language spelling reading and other subject activities as directed. EParticipate in and provide oral and written translation in parent-teacher conferences telephone calls and other District communications with limited or non-English speaking students parents and family members; translate notes letters and other materials as necessary. ECommunicate with students in English and a designated second language to facilitate instructional processes. EPrepare score and record papers as directed including proficiency placement tests; maintain student records and files as directed; assist students in reviewing homework assignments and test results. EPerform a variety of clerical duties such as recording grades assembling materials preparing individual profile charts taking roll making phone calls to parents maintaining records and files and typing and duplicating classroom materials. EPrepare and operate audio-visual general office equipment and other instructional equipment; distribute and collect papers and supplies. EReport progress regarding student performance and behavior as required. EAttend meetings and in-service training related to bilingual curriculum or student-related issues. EPerform related duties as LANGUAGE OPTION:Incumbents assigned to this option are required to speak read and write fluently in English and LANGUAGE OPTION:Incumbents assigned to this option are required to speak read and write fluently in LANGUAGE OPTION:Incumbents assigned to this option are required to speak read and write fluently in English and LANGUAGE OPTION:Incumbents assigned to this option are required to speak read and write fluently in English and LANGUAGE OPTION:Incumbents assigned to this option are required to speak read and write fluently in English and East LANGUAGE OPTION:Incumbents assigned to this option are required to speak read and write fluently in English and LANGUAGE OPTION:Incumbents assigned to this option are required to speak read and write fluently in English and AND ABILITIES:KNOWLEDGE OF:Correct oral and written usage of English and a designated second guidance principles and behavior reinforcement subjects taught in the District schools including grammar spelling language and practices in classroom English usage grammar spelling punctuation and vocabulary. Reading and writing communication skills using tact patience and courtesy. Basic record-keeping techniques. Classroom procedures and of a computer and assigned TO:Assist with the instructional and related activities of the assigned learning write and translate English and a designated second and interpret English and a designated second and maintain effective relationships with students parents staff and the public including members of ethnic communities and foreign an understanding patient and receptive attitude toward individuals from foreign cultures and ethnic clerical duties such as duplicating and maintaining record and files related to the instructional and write and follow oral and written directions. Read interpret and follow rules regulations policies and effectively both orally and in writing. Observe and control student behavior according to approved policies and a computer and various instructional and office AND EXPERIENCE:Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma or equivalent and AA or 48 college units and responsible experience working with youth in an organized setting and some experience working with people of various AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:Pass a test in a designated second CONDITIONS:ENVIRONMENT:Classroom DEMANDS:Standing for extended periods of at the waist and kneeling or crouching to provide of hands and fingers to operate various office and instructional Approved 11/99Title Change from Instructional Assistant to Paraeducator 1/05

Requirements / Qualifications

BASIC FUNCTION: Provide instruction to individuals or small groups of limited or non-English speaking students in a classroom pull-out or other learning environment; prepare or modify instructional materials and perform clerical duties as assigned; translate for parents and teachers as required. Work available in:

• Multiple locations
• Spanish

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma or equivalent and responsible experience working with youth in an organized setting and some experience working with people of various cultures. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: The following MUST be attached to application on or before the deadline:

• High School Diploma or equivalent AND Bilingual Proficiency Exam Certificate
OR

• Associates Degree or Bachelors Degree or Higher Education Degree AND Bilingual Proficiency Exam Certificate

The Bilingual Proficiency Exam is administered by Lodi Unified School District. Interested candidates may call for more information. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS / CERTIFICATES: If selected for the position out-of-district applicants must be T.B. tested and fingerprinted. A practical skills test may be administered at the time of interview.

Requirements / Qualifications

BASIC FUNCTION: Provide instruction to individuals or small groups of limited or non-English speaking students in a classroom pull-out or other learning environment; prepare or modify instructional materials and perform clerical duties as assigned; translate for parents and teachers as required. Work available in:

• Multiple locations
• Spanish

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma or equivalent and responsible experience working with youth in an organized setting and some experience working with people of various cultures. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: The following MUST be attached to application on or before the deadline:

• High School Diploma or equivalent AND Bilingual Proficiency Exam Certificate
OR

• Associates Degree or Bachelors Degree or Higher Education Degree AND Bilingual Proficiency Exam Certificate

The Bilingual Proficiency Exam is administered by Lodi Unified School District. Interested candidates may call for more information. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS / CERTIFICATES: If selected for the position out-of-district applicants must be T.B. tested and fingerprinted. A practical skills test may be administered at the time of interview.

Comments and Other Information

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

NONDISCRIMINATION IN EMPLOYMENT We do not discriminate against or tolerate the harassment of employees or job applicants on the basis of their actual or perceived sex race color religion national origin ancestry age marital status pregnancy physical or mental disability medical condition veteran status or sexual orientation. Physically or mentally disabled employees or applicants may request reasonable accommodation.

Lodi Unified School District Maintains a Tobacco Free Workplace.

Interested candidates may submit their completed application package (including all required documents) electronically through EdJoin.

*** Candidates selected for interview will be notified by phone. *** Interested applicants should submit a Lodi Unified School District Classified application (click below).

Comments and Other Information

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

NONDISCRIMINATION IN EMPLOYMENT We do not discriminate against or tolerate the harassment of employees or job applicants on the basis of their actual or perceived sex race color religion national origin ancestry age marital status pregnancy physical or mental disability medical condition veteran status or sexual orientation. Physically or mentally disabled employees or applicants may request reasonable accommodation.

Lodi Unified School District Maintains a Tobacco Free Workplace.

Interested candidates may submit their completed application package (including all required documents) electronically through EdJoin.

*** Candidates selected for interview will be notified by phone. *** Interested applicants should submit a Lodi Unified School District Classified application (click below).

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