The Leona Group
Multi-Lingual Learner (EL, ELL) Paraprofessional
The Leona Group, Pontiac, Michigan, United States, 48340
Overview
Provide supplemental instructional support to eligible students. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Deliver interventions to students based on the instructional plans developed by the Title I Teacher and/or the General Education Teacher. Interventions may include small group and/or individualized instruction, tutoring, guided practice, or other techniques as guided by the teacher. Report back to the Title I Teacher and/or General Education Teacher on the outcomes of the interventions by keeping daily student outcome reports. Administer assessments and screeners that contribute to teachers\' decisions regarding eligibility for entry into the Title I program, creating appropriate interventions, progress-monitoring, and exiting students from the Title I program. May attend parent/teacher conferences as needed to support the teacher in communicating with parents about student performance, behavior, or other topics. Maintain student files as required by federal, state, and local guidelines to track student progress and maintain confidentiality of student records and information. Maintain activity logs and time-and-effort documentation that comply with regulatory requirements. Maintain ongoing communication with Title I Teachers and General Education Teachers regarding the progress of and concerns about Title I students. May serve as an active member of teams such as RTI, data, PBS, or school improvement teams. Assist the teacher in communicating and upholding behavior and conduct expectations found in the school-wide behavior management plan and help maintain a safe classroom environment. Other duties as assigned. Requirements
Complete at least two years of study at an accredited institution of higher education (equal to 60 semester hours); or Obtain an associate\'s degree (or higher) from an accredited institution; or Meet a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrate, through passage of an approved formal state academic assessment in the following areas: knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructing reading, writing, and mathematics; or knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructing reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate. The State Board of Education approved formal assessments by which a paraprofessional may demonstrate this knowledge: Basic Skills Examination MTTC – A passing score of at least 480 on the evidence-based reading and writing section of the SAT and 530 on mathematics, in lieu of the Basic Skills Test or Professional Readiness Exam ETS Parapro Assessment – A passing score of 460 While no longer available, the following assessments would also provide qualification: WorkKeys – Required Scores: Reading for Information 4; Applied Mathematics 4; Writing 3 (Business Writing was NOT approved) Desired Qualifications
Evidence of successful experience in student and parent relations as evidenced through prior experience in personal or professional settings. Demonstrated proficiency in an instructional support capacity, as acquired through prior experience in tutoring, teaching or similar work experience. Willingness to learn Flexible Knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics as appropriate Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Education and Training Industries
Administrative and Support Services
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Provide supplemental instructional support to eligible students. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Deliver interventions to students based on the instructional plans developed by the Title I Teacher and/or the General Education Teacher. Interventions may include small group and/or individualized instruction, tutoring, guided practice, or other techniques as guided by the teacher. Report back to the Title I Teacher and/or General Education Teacher on the outcomes of the interventions by keeping daily student outcome reports. Administer assessments and screeners that contribute to teachers\' decisions regarding eligibility for entry into the Title I program, creating appropriate interventions, progress-monitoring, and exiting students from the Title I program. May attend parent/teacher conferences as needed to support the teacher in communicating with parents about student performance, behavior, or other topics. Maintain student files as required by federal, state, and local guidelines to track student progress and maintain confidentiality of student records and information. Maintain activity logs and time-and-effort documentation that comply with regulatory requirements. Maintain ongoing communication with Title I Teachers and General Education Teachers regarding the progress of and concerns about Title I students. May serve as an active member of teams such as RTI, data, PBS, or school improvement teams. Assist the teacher in communicating and upholding behavior and conduct expectations found in the school-wide behavior management plan and help maintain a safe classroom environment. Other duties as assigned. Requirements
Complete at least two years of study at an accredited institution of higher education (equal to 60 semester hours); or Obtain an associate\'s degree (or higher) from an accredited institution; or Meet a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrate, through passage of an approved formal state academic assessment in the following areas: knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructing reading, writing, and mathematics; or knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructing reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate. The State Board of Education approved formal assessments by which a paraprofessional may demonstrate this knowledge: Basic Skills Examination MTTC – A passing score of at least 480 on the evidence-based reading and writing section of the SAT and 530 on mathematics, in lieu of the Basic Skills Test or Professional Readiness Exam ETS Parapro Assessment – A passing score of 460 While no longer available, the following assessments would also provide qualification: WorkKeys – Required Scores: Reading for Information 4; Applied Mathematics 4; Writing 3 (Business Writing was NOT approved) Desired Qualifications
Evidence of successful experience in student and parent relations as evidenced through prior experience in personal or professional settings. Demonstrated proficiency in an instructional support capacity, as acquired through prior experience in tutoring, teaching or similar work experience. Willingness to learn Flexible Knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics as appropriate Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Education and Training Industries
Administrative and Support Services
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