Bilingual Instructional Paraprofessional

WATERTOWN UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

Vacancy Notice

BILINGUAL INSTRUCTIONAL PARAPROFESSIONAL

JOB LOCATION: Schurz Elementary School

HOURS: 5.75 hours/day with 30 min. unpaid lunch

START DATE: August 27, 2024

PAY RATE: Starting rate of $17.37 per hour (Category B, Level 1)

JOB DESCRIPTION: This bilingual paraprofessional will work under the direction of classroom teachers and district ESL teacher, as well as the building principal. In addition to providing general classroom support and supervision of students during morning arrival and recess times, this position also involves working with our bilingual elementary students and families so they may actively engage in their educational experience.

Due to the work with our bilingual population, this individual must be able to speak, read and write in both English and Spanish. Duties may include interpreting for Spanish speaking parents, providing instruction and support related to language needs, and translating documents as needed.

The job duties of paraprofessionals vary depending on the needs of the teachers and students. In addition to the bilingual duties listed above, this position also involves (but is not limited to):

· Supporting classroom teacher(s) with instruction of individual, small or large groups of students in grades K - 5;

· Assisting students to remain on-task, complete assignments, and engage in classroom activities;

· Supporting positive behaviors, fostering relationships and maintaining discipline; and

· Year-round outdoor recess supervision.

QUALIFICATONS: This position requires the candidate to have a high school diploma in addition to meeting “highly qualified” standards of of the following:

· Two years or more of study at an institute of higher education (completion of 48 semester hours or equivalent of trimester hours),

· Associate or higher degree,

· Passing a test to demonstrate the knowledge of and ability to assist in the instruction of reading, writing, and mathematics.

Qualified candidates should possess:

• A passion for working with elementary-aged students;
• A positive attitude that will contribute to a welcoming atmosphere;
• Strong communication skills to promote positive relationships between students, families and school staff;
• Desire for building and maintaining a positive, inclusive active recess program through Playworks strategies;
• Basic computer skills needed to produce and translate documents;
• Ability to read, write and speak in both Spanish and English;
• Excellent attendance history in previous employment.

APPLY BY: As soon as possible as applications will be reviewed as received.

Apply electronically on Wisconsin Education Career Access Network (WECAN) - (https://wecan.education.wisc.edu/#/)

The Watertown Unified School District does not discriminate in its education program, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, religion or creed, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, marital status, or disability status.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.37 per hour

Expected hours: 28.75 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17