Long Term Substitute English Learner (EL) Paraeducator at Berkley School District in Oak Park, MI

Job description

POSITION OPEN: Long Term Substitute English Learner (EL) Paraeducator LOCATION: To be determined SALARY: $130/full day START DATE: 9-16-2026 Monday-Friday, 29.75 hours/week; 6-8 weeks POSITION OBJECTIVE: Provide directed service and help certified staff to ensure the English Learner student receives content instruction and English language development. QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS: High School diploma or equivalent required, educational coursework preferred Michigan driver's license and ability to drive to perform duties Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing Evidence of successful experience working with students Willingness to work with students in a multilingual setting and from diverse backgrounds Commitment to learn instructional techniques to meet individual student needs Basic knowledge of content area skills Demonstrate strong collaborative and problem solving skills to work as part of a team to support student success in classroom learning and activities Organizational skills to balance demands of a multi-tasking position Experience using technology and educational software Able to maintain flexible hours to adjust working time to meet student needs DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Implement appropriate instructional and support services available through the district's Title Ill program for English Learners. Consult regularly with EL teacher and/or classroom teachers to determine the academic needs of English Learners, migrant and immigrant students enrolled in their classes. Participate in district required meetings and in-service training. Protect confidentiality of records and information gained as part of exercising professional duties and use discretion in sharing such information within legal confines. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising teacher and building administrator. DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: September 11, 2026 Per School Safety Legislation, each individual, who is either employed full-time or part-time, or is assigned to regularly and continuously work under contract, shall be fingerprinted for the purpose of performing a criminal history background check. Prior to employment, selected candidate must complete the fingerprinting process at the applicant's expense. Berkley School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, height, weight or any disability in its educational programs, activities or employment as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 Position type: Non-Certified Student Support Services / Paraprofessional School / site: Administrative Offices District: Berkley School District Closing date: 09/11/2026