Bilingual Para-Educator

Position Type:
Instructional Support/Bilingual Para Educator

Date Posted:
1/27/2026

Location:
Columbia Middle School Description:
Sunnyvale School District Position
Bilingual Para-Educator
PENDING BOARD APPROVAL
Workdays/month: 210 days/10 months Salary: Range 23 (http://www.sesd.org/Page/719) Basic Functions:

• Under the direct supervision of the site administrator, and with direction and support from certificated staff, the Bilingual Para-Educator will provide instruction and support to multilingual learners to accelerate learning and academic achievement.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist the classroom teacher or other certificated staff in providing instruction to individuals or small groups of multilingual students developing their English language proficiency.
• ?Alongside certificated staff, monitor the progress of multilingual students and make adjustments in instruction as needed.
• Engage in regular communication with certificated staff on topics such as best pedagogical practices, curriculum implementation, assessments, and student growth.
• Implement lesson plans and administer accompanying curricular and/or district benchmark assessments.
• Strategically use primary language to accelerate and build English skills in and outside the classroom, building independent learners.
• Provide one-on-one or small-group instruction.
• Assists in monitoring and ensuring student safety in the classroom, on school grounds, and in the community following health and safety protocols.
• Administer the ELPAC or alternative state assessment for English Learners.
• Act as an interpreter and resource person for students, staff, and families, as needed.
• Provide interpretation services during Parent-Teacher conference week or as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with governmental laws and regulations, as well as District policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as requested by the supervisor.

Knowledge:

• Culturally responsive strategies for the environmental, instructional, and social needs of the multi-lingual learners.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to foster positive relationships with students, staff, and community.
• Cultures and ethnic backgrounds of students and families.
• Research-based instructional practices for students developing English language skills.
• District's policies, programs, resources, services, and personnel.
• District's assessment procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of grade level and intervention curriculum, child development principles, and practices.
• Basic instructional methods and techniques, such as clarification and scaffolding.
• Basic computer skills including email and district applications.

Abilities:

• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, teachers, families, and administrators.
• Demonstrate correct English and Spanish (or other required language) usage, grammar, spelling, and vocabulary.
• See the assets of a variety of multi-ethnic and multi-cultural participants in order to develop a positive working relationship with students and families.
• Communicate professionally and clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Work cooperatively with diverse staff, students, and community.
• Provide excellent customer service in dynamic situations, maintaining a positive and responsive attitude when facing challenges.
• Follow verbal and written instructions with minimal supervision and use good judgment.
• Organize and prioritize work to meet schedules and timelines within established policies and guidelines.
• Operate a variety of office equipment, such as a computer, copier, two-way radio, or other equipment unique to office activities.

Education and Experience:

• Possess a high school diploma.
• An AA degree from an accredited college or university, or 48-semester units from an institute of higher education, or equivalent experience in the related field.
• Pass the language proficiency exam.

Required Licenses & Certificates:

• Fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Working Conditions:

1. Environment:
   • Classroom and playground environment.
   • Constant interruptions.
2. Physical Requirements:
   • Visual acuity to read a variety of materials in both print and digital formats.
   • Auditory ability to exchange information.
   • Sitting/standing for extended periods.
   • Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment.
   • Kneeling, bending at the waist, and reaching overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally, to retrieve and store files and supplies.
   • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Terms of Employment:
Salary and terms of employment are described in the Agreement between the Sunnyvale School District and the California School Employees Association (CSEA)
Evaluation:
The performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the Agreement between the Sunnyvale School District and the California School Employees Association (CSEA)

Application Procedure:
Apply online