Bilingual/Biliterate Paraprofessional Aide - TEMPORARY HELP POOL (2024/2025) School Year

Job Description:

Bilingual/Biliterate Paraprofessional Aide - TEMPORARY HELP POOL (2024/2025) School Year

Description

Definition

Under the general direction of the site Principal or designee, the Bilingual/Biliterate Paraprofessional Aide provides support to the instructional program within an assigned classroom with specific responsibility for working with individual and/or small groups of students in a second language; and providing clerical support to teachers and staff. The incumbents in this classification provide the school community with bilingual/biliterate instructional support which directly supports student learning and achievement.

Examples of Duties/Essential Job Functions

The following alphabetical list of functions, duties, and tasks is typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform other closely related or department-specific functions, duties, and tasks from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and preparation of materials (e.g., makes copies, cuts materials, prepares homework folders) under the direction of the supervising teacher to support and reinforce classroom objectives.
• Assists students, individually or in small groups, with lesson assignments utilizing dual languages (e.g., reads stories, listens to students read, provides writing assistance, reinforces English lessons, provides spelling practice, facilitates activities and computer learning programs) to practice and/or reinforce learning concepts and to assist students in reaching academic goals and grade level standards.
• Attends meetings and in-service presentations to acquire and/or convey information relative to job functions.
• Communicates with supervising instructional staff concerns regarding observed academic needs.
• Implements, under the supervision of assigned teacher, instructional programs and lesson plans to present and/or reinforce learning concepts.
• Maintains classroom equipment, work area, and manual files and records to ensure availability of items, provide written reference, and to provide a safe learning environment and/or meeting mandated requirements.
• Monitors and redirects behaviors of individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings (e.g., classroom, playground, field trips, library, lunchroom, bus loading/unloading) to provide a safe and positive learning environment.
• Supports classroom teachers and other school personnel in dual languages and encourages compliance for participation of the implementation of curriculum and teaching methodologies; assists with student testing.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit and the District, including various mandatory District trainings.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
(At time of application)

Knowledge of:

• Principles of child development, instructional processes, dual language goals (Bilingualism and Biliteracy, High academic achievement and sociocultural competence)
• Guiding principles of dual language immersion (program structure, curriculum, instruction, assessment and accountability, staff quality and professional development, family and community support and resources)
• General purposes and goals of public education
• Techniques used in directing, disciplining and motivating students
• Basic recordkeeping techniques
• Classroom management techniques and playground rules
• Safety practices and procedures

Skills and Abilities to:

• Use English and a second language in both written and verbal form, use correct grammar, punctuation and spelling
• Perform basic clerical functions
• Perform basic arithmetic calculations
• Operate standard office equipment
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy with students, administration, and staff
• Actively move around play field, playground or campus for extended periods
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions
• Maintain the confidentiality of student records
• Assume responsibilities involved in supervising and working independently with students
• Develop and maintain collegial relationships with staff
• Meet schedules and deadlines
• Read/interpret/apply rules, regulations, policies
• Rapidly learn methods and materials used in a variety of instructional situations
• Maintain safe environment for students
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students and the public

RESPONSIBILITY:
Responsibilities include working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; providing information and/or advising others; and operating within a defined budget. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization's services.

Employment Standards/Minimum Qualifications

( At time of application and in addition to the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed above .)

EDUCATION REQUIRED:
High School diploma or equivalent.
AA Degree or completion of 48 college units, or passage of the Paraprofessional Exam.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
One (1) year of experience working with children in an organized educational setting, childcare setting, or community youth organization.

LICENSE(S) REQUIRED:

• None required

CERTIFICATIONS AND TESTING REQUIRED:

• Pass the District’s applicable proficiency exam for the job class with a satisfactory score
• Pass the District exam for bilingual/biliterate skills
• After offer of employment, obtain:
  • Criminal Justice and FBI Fingerprint Clearance
  • Negative TB test result plus periodic post-employment retest as required (currently every four years)
  • Pre-employment physical exam B through District’s provider

Classified Substitute Rate - $21.40 per hour
On-call as needed

This position is temporary and on call as needed and there is no guarantee of work days and work hours. There is no contract for this position and no benefits are provided.

Examination Process

*Materials Required:*
1. Completed application
2. Proof of High School Diploma or Equivalency
3. A copy of official college transcripts showing completion of 48 college units or passage of a local assessment test (Paraprofessional Exam*)

* MUSD offers the local Paraprofessional assessment test. You must complete an online application through this website to be invited to complete the local assessment test. Please email alejandravenegaschav@maderausd.org for more information.

The examination process will include screening to ensure applications are complete and meet all minimum qualifications. No additional information will be accepted from applicants once the application has been submitted.

The examination process will include a Spanish Bilingual Skills Test (pass/fail). Those achieving a passing score on the Spanish Bilingual Skills Test will be placed on the Substitute list.

INITIAL TESTING TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED AS FOLLOWS:

SPANISH BILINGUAL SKILLS TEST (PASS/FAIL): TBD

To move forward in the selection process, you must complete an online application through this website. Resumes may be uploaded but cannot be used in place of a completed application .

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION: ONCE YOU HAVE SUBMITTED YOUR APPLICATION YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MAKE REVISIONS TO YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS.

When completing the application, please make sure you include ALL current and previous employment in the Work Experience section of the application and complete ALL fields, including the name and contact information for your supervisors. Experience that is included in the resume but not in the Work Experience section of the application may not be considered for the purpose of determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

All required documents must be submitted by the applicant. Personnel Commission staff will not upload your documents for you.

The Governing Board desires to provide a positive work environment where employees and job applicants are assured of equal access and opportunities and are free from harassment in accordance with the law. The Board prohibits district employees from discriminating against or harassing any other district employees and job applicant on the basis of the person's actual or perceived race, religion creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation. The following person is designated as the Title IX Coordinator.

Prince Marshall
Executive Director of Student & Family Support Services
1820 Howard Road, Madera CA 93637
559-416-5826

Full-time permanent positions (more than 4 hrs/per day) provide an attractive benefit package which includes health, dental and vision coverage for the employee and eligible dependents. For a detailed list of benefits, visit our website links below.

https://www.madera.k12.ca.us/Page/9901

Closing Date/Time: 10/8/2024 4:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$21.40 Hourly