Position Summary

The position provides assistance to the general education teachers in the daily instruction of bilingual students. The work involves providing literacy and math instruction and support to bilingual students along with translating directions and information to bilingual students when they are in their general education classes. We currently have two openings - one at Manteno Elementary School (Grades K-4) and one at Manteno Middle School (Grades 5-8).

Qualifications/Requirements

Must possess a current valid Illinois Paraprofessional License, Professional Educator's License or Sub License
Bilingual - Spanish speaking
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, procedure manuals, operating instructions, etc.
Ability to speak effectively using proper grammar
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
Ability to problem-solve, maintain confidentiality, and work with a team
Basic technology skills and knowledge of Google Suite preferred

Responsibilities

Provides literacy and math practice and support to bilingual students in collaboration with general education teachers
Provides literacy and math practice via google classroom and google meets for remote learning groups
Becomes knowledgeable of teaching methods and materials to support language development
Prepares instructional materials, performs designated lessons with students, uses supplementary learning materials as needed
Observes and reports student progress to ESL teacher
Follows instructional schedule developed by ESL teacher
Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities
Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Principal or other administrator

Salary & Benefits

Hourly Rate: $21.00 (approximately 7 hours/day)

Sick Days
Personal Days
Employer Paid Health Insurance
Life, Dental and Vision Insurance options
Flexible Spending Account options
Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) participation
Extracurricular positions may be available

Contact Information

Jaime Finkelstein - jfinkelstein@manteno5.org or 815-928-7029

Bilingual Paraprofessional