• Skip to main content
  • Skip to footer

MASA Jobsite Online

Minnesota Association of School Administrators

  • Resources
  • Jobs Search
  • Sign Up
  • Sign In

English Language Learner (ELL) Assistant

January 22, 2021 by South St. Paul Public Schools

  • Region: Metro
  • Support Staff
  • South St. Paul Public Schools
  • Posted 2 days ago
  • Feb 19, 2021
South St. Paul Public Schools

Website South St. Paul Public Schools

Effective immediately, the Human Resources Department will accept on-line applications for an English Language Learning (ELL) Assistant at Kaposia Elementary School, which includes preschool and elementary aged students.  Based on 2019-21 Educational Support Professionals Contract, the rate of pay is $17.81 per hour, working 6.5 hours per day with a half hour duty-free lunch, Monday-Friday, school days only.

Job Summary
This position is responsible for assisting one or more licensed teachers in providing instructional and/or behavioral support for students whom English is not their first language.

Job Functions

Assist students for whom English is not their first language in all academic areas.  This includes implementing curriculum and adapting instructional strategies and materials according to the needs of the student under the direction of a licensed teacher.
Support licensed teacher in utilizing a variety of learning and behavioral management techniques as needed.
Assist students, as needed, who ride the school bus by meeting them at the bus the first day of class and helping them locate their bus in the afternoon.
Assist students with lunch, media center or other school activities, as needed.
Complete accurate and timely reporting of services and progress for student report cards, progress notes and/or conferences.
Assist classroom teacher in implementing district policies and procedures, including but not limited to emergency procedures, building orientation, confidentiality, student vulnerability, data collection, test administration and classroom management.
Understand and maintain boundaries and confidentiality with students, families, and staff.
Other Duties as assigned

Requirements

Two or four-year degree in a field related to education
Bilingual skills (Ability to speak Spanish preferred)
Understanding of language development and cultural learning needs of a variety of students
Possess the skills and ability to reinforce math, reading, and writing skills in elementary and/or secondary classrooms.
Self-directed and able to organize small group reading and math activities with resources and assessments provided.
Maintain confidentiality of information for all students, staff and parents
Ability to work with students in which English is not their first language.
Proven teamwork, confidentiality, and communication skills.
Ability to perform routine computer functions, including the use of email, Internet navigation and Microsoft Word
Models appropriate behavior, neat appearance, and proper grammar usage for all students.  Helps provide a positive learning environment.
Demonstrated prompt, regular and reliable attendance

Salary/Benefits

$17.81 per hour

District Application Guidelines

To be considered for the position, submit online application at www.sspps.org.  Posting will remain open until filled.

Please complete your application by clicking the box below:

District Application

APPLICATION PROCESS

  • Be sure to review the district’s requirements for the application process and provide all required documents.
  • Some districts may require that candidates apply through an external link. If that is the case, the link will be noted in the job posting.
  • If the posting does not indicate an external link, apply using your MASA online candidate profile and click on the box below.


  • If you have not completed your candidate profile within our site, please do so by clicking here. Many districts search the profiles for promising candidates. To improve your outcome, please complete all requested information.

You will need to have a Jobsite account and be signed in to view your candidate profile.


You can apply to this job and others using your online resume. Click the link below to submit your online resume and email your application to this employer.

Footer

© 2021 · Minnesota Association of School Administrators, MASA | All Rights Reserved