English Learner Paraeducator

Summer Pathfinder Program

The Burlington School District believes a diverse and culturally proficient faculty and staff are pivotal to the creation of a strong learning and working environment that supports student achievement and success. BSD administrators lead inclusive school communities with our vision: "Cultivating caring, creative, and courageous people. - Join the journey.”

The Mission of the Burlington School District is to graduate students who:

• Value different cultures;
• Engage with the community;
• Communicate effectively;
• Think creatively;
• Skillfully solve problems; and
• Achieve at their highest academic, intellectual and personal potential.

The Burlington School District and The Department of Multilingual Learners is seeking English Learner (EL) paraeducators for the Pathfinder EL Summer enrichment program at Burlington High School. The 4-week EL Pathfinder Program allows English Learners who are entering grades 9-12 to enhance their skills in English for academic purposes AND offers an opportunity to work on a multifaceted project to help educators learn more about the strengths and needs of multilingual learners. The program includes targeted skill development in Math and English, active learning and paid work experience for students. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

 Job Requirements:

• High school diploma plus at least 2 years of additional education
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in education or related field
• Commitment to work all 4 program weeks

Experience:

• Previous experience working with English language learners English content, academic language, and in project-based learning.  
• Previous experience working in a summer learning program. Or understanding of summer learning preferred
• Experience working with Multilingual Liaisons or interpreters preferred.

Dates/Times: 6/24/24 - 7/19/24 (no class on July 4th)

**CONTINGENT UPON FEDERAL FUNDING** 

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Burlington School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Applications from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged.

The Burlington School District will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.