bilingual instructional support

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of young learners by joining Riverbank Language Academy as a Bilingual Instructional Support! In this rewarding role, you will support Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten students in a dual immersion learning environment, assist with classroom instruction, implement individualized learning plans, and help monitor student growth and progress. We are seeking caring, patient, and dedicated individuals who enjoy working with children, value bilingual education, and are passionate about creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment where every student can thrive. Riverbank Unified School District-One Town. One Team. One Dream. Welcome to Riverbank Unified School District, where our commitment to excellence is reflected in everything we do. We are proud to be a district that embodies the spirit of: One Town - We take tremendous pride in being from and serving the community of Riverbank. One Team - We believe that united, we can accomplish anything for our students. One Dream - We dream big and work to provide rich, diverse learning experiences for every student. We know that everything is impossible-until someone does it, The bilingual instructional support will, under general supervision of site Principal and/or designee, perform necessary duties of a responsible nature to assist in the meet the goals of the comprehensive program for children, to assist in the planning and implementation of a program for special needs children, and to assist in the monitoring of student progress and assessment in Transitional Kindergarten and/or Kindergarten., > Supervise children in daily activities including recess and snack times.

Operate a variety of modern office equipment including, but not limited to computers, I-pads/tablets, copiers and facsimiles.

Verify accuracy and completeness of documents and process data

Make simple arithmetic calculations with accuracy

Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures

Perform clerical duties such as filing, duplication, keyboarding, and maintaining records

Work with and have an interest in individualized work with students

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents and others

Relate positively to children

Apply interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy

Compile, maintain and submit accurate and complete records and reports

See for purposes of reading printed matter and observing students

Hear and understand speech at normal levels

Work at a desk, conference table, or in meetings of various configurations

Speak, read and write in Spanish.

Participate in professional development to support instruction in the classroom.

Stand, sit and walk for extended periods of time

Communicate so others will be able to clearly understand normal conversation

Lift, carry, push, pull, bend, twist, stoop, kneel, run and crawl

Perform light physical exertion

Lift 25 pounds, carry 15 pounds and reach in all directions.

Essential Functions of This Position:

May include, but not limited to:

1. Perform a wide variety of specialized and responsible work; work independently; interpret and apply rules and regulations as appropriate.
2. Review, check, correct and compile a variety of information; verify data for accuracy, completeness and compliance with established procedures relating to student development and progress.
3. Assist in planning and implementing suitable learning experiences and learning environment for students.
4. Assist in setting up, monitoring and cleaning up program facilities.
5. Complete position-related clerical tasks.
6. Assist in implementing individual educational plans and therapeutic programs.
7. Assist and instruct students in various areas of instruction.
8. Attend appropriate staff meetings and in-service training.

9. Assist in monitoring of individual student files.

10. Prepare and maintain a variety of logs, records and files, including information of a confidential nature; maintain confidentiality of information and records.

11. Supervise and/or participate in playground activities, lunch activities, bus loading and unloading, as needed.

12. Work with individual students and/or groups of students for purposes of observing, testing, assessment, collection of data, etc.

13. May assist students, certificated staff and/or parents with communication problems resulting from limited knowledge of English.

14. Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Application of:

Effective dual-language teaching practices (Spanish/English), district policies and procedures as they apply; Operation of a variety of office machines used in a modern office environment; Record keeping techniques; Correct Spanish and English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary; Oral and written communication skills; interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy; Child growth and development principles; applicable sections of the State Education Code and other applicable laws. Demonstrated literacy in Spanish is required.

Ability to:

Work confidentially

Work independently

Apply direct instruction techniques

Understand and carryout oral and written directions

Meet schedules and deadlines

Plan and organize work; follow-through tasks/duties

Use problem-solving strategies, * High School diploma or GED required

• AA Degree or Verifiable Two (2) years post-secondary education required
• Must meet federal, state and local competency requirements

Experience:

• High School diploma or G.E.D required. Advanced education/coursework and/or training in the implementation of instructional methodologies, child development, student assessment, etc. desirable.
• One (1) year experience in providing various methods of instruction, including direct instruction, in an educational environment desirable., High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Certificate or California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE/NCLB) Certificate. AA Degree or Verifiable Two (2) years post-secondary education required Pursuant to Education Code § 45330, basic skills proficiency must be demonstrated by one of the following: Completion of 48 semester units (or 72 quarter units) of college coursework at an accredited institution of higher education; OR Possession of an Associate’s degree or higher; or Successful completion of the ETS ParaPro Assessment with a minimum passing score of 458.)
• CPR/First Aid Certification (Accepted Certifications: American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Health Association; Hands-on, Online, or In-Person Accepted. Pediatric Preferred. )
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (Please attach 2 letters, dated within the last years)
• Other ((Pursuant to Education Code § 45330, basic skills proficiency must be demonstrated by one of the following: Completion of 48 semester units (or 72 quarter units) of college coursework at an accredited institution of higher education; OR Possession of an Associate’s degree or higher; or Successful completion of the ETS ParaPro Assessment with a minimum passing score of 458.) )
• Proof of HS Graduation (Transcripts, Diploma, or GED)
• Resume