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Urbandale, IA - USA

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

JOB TITLE -ELL Associate

CLASSIFICATION -Classified

FLSA STATUS - Non-Exempt

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR - Building Principal

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM - Building administratorsDirector of Student Services

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION - AnELL Associate translates documents and interprets conversations from English to a student/familys first language and from a student/familys first language to English. Additional responsibilities include assisting teachers with working withELL families instructional groups clerical supervision and other supportive duties.

Please review the UCSD Actions of Excellence to gain an understanding of the expectations for UCSD employees.

QUALIFICATIONS -
(Skills Knowledge Abilities Education Certification/Licensure Experience Equipment)

Skills Knowledge and Abilities

  1. Ability to translate written materials and interpret conversations to and from English.
  2. Knowledge of English language development.
  3. Knowledge of different cultures and ability to share that knowledge with students and staff.
  4. Ability to work effectively with English Learner students families and school staff.
  5. Ability to assist individual students or groups with academic tasks.
  6. Ability to collaborate withELL and general education teachers.
  7. Understanding and application of classroom and building procedures.
  8. Ability to follow directions and work independently.
  9. Strong oral and written communication skills.
  10. Ability to maintain accurate student records and confidentiality.
  11. Ability to use technology including Google Docs Sheets and Forms.
  12. Ability to maintain an orderly classroom and assist with student supervision.

Education

  1. High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  2. Paraeducator certificate preferred.

Experience

  1. Experience with translating and interpreting.
  2. Successful experience working withchildren preferred.

Equipment

  1. Office equipment such as computers two-way radios multi-line phone system cell phone copier and fax machines.
  2. Familiarity with Google Docs Sheets and Forms preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES -

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

  1. Translate and interpret between English and other languages.
  2. Act as a liaison between the school and English Learner families.
  3. Assist with classroom routines and supervision.
  4. Support students academically as directed by teachers.
  5. Maintain confidentiality and accurate records.
  6. Use technology tools effectively.
  7. Administer individual tests when needed.
  8. Support a positive and organized learning environment.
  9. Maintain confidentiality.
  10. Maintain a reliable attendance record.
  11. Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS -

  1. None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS -

  1. Repetitious bending lifting and hand movement.
  2. Ability to work while standing moving and/or walking.
  3. Drug tobacco and alcohol-free while working.
  4. Must be able to see and hear within normal limits with or without corrective lenses or hearing aids.
  5. Ability to operate a motor vehicle used to travel between sites.

WORKING CONDITIONS -

  1. Majority of work is performed in an office or school setting.
  2. Occasional meetings outside the school day.
  3. Occasional exposure to body fluids fumes noise and hazardous materials and emergency situations.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT -

  1. At-Will Employee
  2. Letter of Assignment
  3. Per Board Policies and administrative guidelines
  4. Performance evaluated annually


Required Experience:

IC

Employment Type

Full-Time

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