Primary Function: To assist students with limited or no English proficiency in improving spoken and written English skills.

Part Time, 35-40 hours/wk

Paraprofessional will:

• Support the instructional goals of the classroom teacher
• Work to improve the students’ basic English language abilities
• Act as a liaison between the student, family, and MPS as the student transitions into a school
• Complete all required paperwork on time
• Provide positive support and be a team player

Tutor is also responsible for tracking students’ progress using the following;

• Written progress reports each semester
• Initial testing of students for entrance into the MLL program
• Administering a state mandated English proficient test at least once per school year

Required qualifications:

• Highly qualified as defined by Michigan Department of Education
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• English language instruction certification (TEFL, TESOL,TESL, CELTA, DELTS)

Applicant must have a high school diploma or equivalent and must provide evidence of being Highly Qualified in accordance with No Child Left Behind.

Application Procedure:

When applying for a position with the Midland Public Schools, interested candidates must complete an application in order to be considered an official applicant.  (Internal candidates: Please feel free to complete the shorter internal application if you have access to a networked school computer, otherwise, the detailed application will be necessary.)

To complete the application process, you will need to complete the online application at www.midlandps.org.  Your application will be retained in active status for one school year.  If your qualifications meet our needs, we will contact you for further information and a possible interview.  Please do not send paper documents!  When completing your application, you will submit your documents electronically.  If you cannot upload your documents, be prepared to provide this information should you be called for an interview.  Note: You assure that we have a complete record of your candidacy if you upload all materials yourself.

Thank you for your interest in the Midland Public Schools.