Paraprofessional - ELL
3 days ago
Looking to make a difference in an innovative and dynamic non-profit agency? UCP of Central Florida unlocks the potential of thousands of children each year at our campuses, pediatric therapy clinics and parent support programs.
Job Summary: (Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required)
The ELL paraprofessional work with English language learners in small groups in the classrooms – supporting students to learn English.
Responsibilities:
- Provide home language tutorial assistance in basic subject areas as defined in 6A FAC.
- Provide individual or small group instruction.
- Assist in communication between school and parents.
- Prepare strategies and construct materials for vocabulary learning and regular lesson reinforcement under the teacher's direction.
- Assist with recordkeeping tasks and data collection.
- Participate in required professional learning and meetings.
- Complete required student screenings and assessments.
- Perform other duties as assigned
What UCP Offers
Our mission at UCP is to empower children with and without disabilities to achieve their potential by providing individualized support, education and therapy services in an inclusive environment. When you join UCP of Central Florida you partner with a team that is making a positive impact on the futures of our children. For over 70 years, we have been dedicated to enriching the lives of children of all abilities across Central Florida as 8 campuses: Downtown Orlando, East Orlando (near UCF), Kissimmee, Pine Hills, Lake Mary, and Winter Garden.
UCP of Central Florida offers a competitive benefit package available to all employees Some perks to being a UCP Team Member may include: health insurance (free option after the first year), dental insurance options, free life insurance, paid time off, discounted on-site childcare, 403B/Retirement match, short & long term disability, and support in continuing your education.
Qualifications
Education and Training:
- ParaPro or Associates Degree or equivalent college credits.
Minimum Experience:
- Proficiency in spoken and written English
- Written and oral proficiency in Spanish (or prominent language of ELL students)
- In schools with 15 or more students who speak the same language, the paraprofessional must be a speaker of that language.
- Ability to work effectively with children and other adults.
- Sensitivity to the special needs of language - minority students
- Interest in and respect for a variety of cultures.
