Bilingual Teaching Assistant - Russian/Ukrainian: Supporting Student Success in a Dynamic Educational Environment
Join Our Team: Bilingual Teaching Assistant - Russian/Ukrainian
We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Bilingual Teaching Assistant to join our team at the DuPage Regional Office of Education. As a Bilingual Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students' learning and behavioral objectives, working closely with our bilingual teachers and staff to create a nurturing and inclusive educational environment. This is a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of students and contribute to the success of our school community.
About Our Organization
The DuPage Regional Office of Education is committed to providing high-quality educational services to students and schools in the DuPage County area. Our mission is to support and empower educators, students, and communities to achieve academic excellence and success. We value diversity, inclusivity, and cultural sensitivity, and we seek team members who share these values and are passionate about making a difference.
Job Summary
As a Bilingual Teaching Assistant, you will work under the supervision of a bilingual teacher or regular classroom teacher to support students' learning and behavioral objectives. Your responsibilities will include:
Working with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by the teacher
Translating written documents at the request of the bilingual teacher, building principal, ELL Coordinator, or front office personnel
Serving as an interpreter for parent conferences and telephone calls as needed
Assisting in the preparation of instructional materials
Serving as the chief source of information and help to any substitute teacher in the absence of the bilingual teacher
Providing clerical assistance to the bilingual teacher, such as filing, record keeping, data entry, and copying
Establishing and maintaining cooperative and effective working relationships with others
Key Responsibilities
As a Bilingual Teaching Assistant, you will be responsible for:
Supporting Student Learning
Working with students to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by the teacher
Providing individualized support to students to help them achieve their learning objectives
Assisting students with language barriers to access educational resources and services
Communication and Interpretation
Translating written documents at the request of the bilingual teacher, building principal, ELL Coordinator, or front office personnel
Serving as an interpreter for parent conferences and telephone calls as needed
Communicating effectively with students, teachers, and parents to ensure student success
Instructional Support
Assisting in the preparation of instructional materials
Serving as the chief source of information and help to any substitute teacher in the absence of the bilingual teacher
Providing clerical assistance to the bilingual teacher, such as filing, record keeping, data entry, and copying
Requirements and Qualifications
To be considered for this position, you must:
Education and Experience
Have an NCLB paraprofessional approval (or be exempt with a valid Illinois teaching or substitute certificate)
Be bi-lingual in English and Russian or Ukrainian
Meet at least one of the four requirements:
60 semester hours of college-level credit
Completed paraprofessional training program approved by ISBE or ICCB
Passed ETS ParaPro assessment (460 or higher)
Passed WorkKeys assessments (Applied Mathematics-4, Reading for Information-4, Writing/Business Writing-3, and Acceptable on Instructional Support Inventory)
Skills and Competencies
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively with students, teachers, and parents
Strong organizational and time management skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other educational software
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
What We Offer
As a Bilingual Teaching Assistant with our organization, you can expect:
Competitive Compensation
Rate of pay: $16.00/hour
Career Growth Opportunities
Professional development and training opportunities
Opportunities for advancement and career growth
Supportive Work Environment
Collaborative and dynamic work environment
Supportive team and administration
Flexibility and autonomy in your role
Why Join Our Team?
As a Bilingual Teaching Assistant with our organization, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of students and contribute to the success of our school community. You will be part of a dynamic and supportive team, with opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about education and committed to supporting student success, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
How to Apply
If you are a motivated and dedicated individual who is passionate about education, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to:
Apply Now
We look forward to hearing from you and exploring how you can contribute to our team!
Apply Now
We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Bilingual Teaching Assistant to join our team at the DuPage Regional Office of Education. As a Bilingual Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students' learning and behavioral objectives, working closely with our bilingual teachers and staff to create a nurturing and inclusive educational environment. This is a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of students and contribute to the success of our school community.
About Our Organization
The DuPage Regional Office of Education is committed to providing high-quality educational services to students and schools in the DuPage County area. Our mission is to support and empower educators, students, and communities to achieve academic excellence and success. We value diversity, inclusivity, and cultural sensitivity, and we seek team members who share these values and are passionate about making a difference.
Job Summary
As a Bilingual Teaching Assistant, you will work under the supervision of a bilingual teacher or regular classroom teacher to support students' learning and behavioral objectives. Your responsibilities will include:
Working with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by the teacher
Translating written documents at the request of the bilingual teacher, building principal, ELL Coordinator, or front office personnel
Serving as an interpreter for parent conferences and telephone calls as needed
Assisting in the preparation of instructional materials
Serving as the chief source of information and help to any substitute teacher in the absence of the bilingual teacher
Providing clerical assistance to the bilingual teacher, such as filing, record keeping, data entry, and copying
Establishing and maintaining cooperative and effective working relationships with others
Key Responsibilities
As a Bilingual Teaching Assistant, you will be responsible for:
Supporting Student Learning
Working with students to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by the teacher
Providing individualized support to students to help them achieve their learning objectives
Assisting students with language barriers to access educational resources and services
Communication and Interpretation
Translating written documents at the request of the bilingual teacher, building principal, ELL Coordinator, or front office personnel
Serving as an interpreter for parent conferences and telephone calls as needed
Communicating effectively with students, teachers, and parents to ensure student success
Instructional Support
Assisting in the preparation of instructional materials
Serving as the chief source of information and help to any substitute teacher in the absence of the bilingual teacher
Providing clerical assistance to the bilingual teacher, such as filing, record keeping, data entry, and copying
Requirements and Qualifications
To be considered for this position, you must:
Education and Experience
Have an NCLB paraprofessional approval (or be exempt with a valid Illinois teaching or substitute certificate)
Be bi-lingual in English and Russian or Ukrainian
Meet at least one of the four requirements:
60 semester hours of college-level credit
Completed paraprofessional training program approved by ISBE or ICCB
Passed ETS ParaPro assessment (460 or higher)
Passed WorkKeys assessments (Applied Mathematics-4, Reading for Information-4, Writing/Business Writing-3, and Acceptable on Instructional Support Inventory)
Skills and Competencies
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively with students, teachers, and parents
Strong organizational and time management skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other educational software
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
What We Offer
As a Bilingual Teaching Assistant with our organization, you can expect:
Competitive Compensation
Rate of pay: $16.00/hour
Career Growth Opportunities
Professional development and training opportunities
Opportunities for advancement and career growth
Supportive Work Environment
Collaborative and dynamic work environment
Supportive team and administration
Flexibility and autonomy in your role
Why Join Our Team?
As a Bilingual Teaching Assistant with our organization, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of students and contribute to the success of our school community. You will be part of a dynamic and supportive team, with opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about education and committed to supporting student success, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
How to Apply
If you are a motivated and dedicated individual who is passionate about education, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to:
Apply Now
We look forward to hearing from you and exploring how you can contribute to our team!
Apply Now