PARAPROFESSIONAL, ENGLISH LANGUAGE ACQUISITION 1ST - 5TH GRADE

An ELA-S Paraprofessional supports classroom instruction in English and Spanish, reinforcing lessons, assisting with student learning, and promoting bilingual language development. They work with individuals and small groups to help students succeed in a supportive, inclusive environment. \*\*Applications for this position must be submitted by **July 23, 2026** to ensure full consideration. If a candidate is not identified through our initial review process, we will continue to review applications received after this date. Even if this specific position is filled, we may consider your application for other exciting opportunities with DPS. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting our job board at [**careers.dpsk12.org**](http://careers.dpsk12.org/).\*\* **About this job:** The ELA-S Paraprofessional support teachers by providing curriculum-based English language acquisition educational support to students in designated subject areas. **What DPS Offers You:** - A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives. - Salary Range: **New hires will be set at $22.824 per hour. The salary range for internal candidates is $22.824 to $27.275 per hou**r. For detailed compensation information, view the [Para Salary Schedule](https://aptg.co/lnn26P). *The salary listed reflects the 2025–2026 school year. Salaries for the 2026–2027 school year are typically finalized and released mid-summer, with an effective date of August 1. If any updates or adjustments are made once the new salary schedule is finalized, all impacted individuals will receive the updated salary.* - In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; [**time off**](https://hr.dpsk12.org/o/financialservices/page/payroll), [**health and wellness benefits**](https://issuu.com/dpscommunications/docs/benefits_enrollment_2025-2026) - English Version or [**Health and Wellness Benefits**](https://issuu.com/dpscommunications/docs/benefits_enrollment_2025-26_spanish_) - Spanish Version , and [**PERA Retirement**](https://hr.dpsk12.org/o/careers/page/new-employees). For additional information visit our [New Employee Resources](https://hr.dpsk12.org/o/careers/page/new-employees) page. - This position is represented by an employee association (bargaining unit). Please see the [Employee Associations Page](https://hr.dpsk12.org/o/talent/page/employee-associations) for the current master agreement and important documents associated with your bargaining unit. **What You'll Do:** - Provides classroom assistance in the area of language acquisition as students develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in designated subject areas. - Prepares and set-up educational materials. - Provides computer-based reading and writing instruction for students who scored below established level on standardized tests or assessments. - Assists in assessment of students’ reading and writing abilities. - Coordinates instructional efforts with teachers and educational staff and assists and supports the development of lesson plans. - Presents subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, computer-based instruction, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods. - Assists individuals and small student groups and reinforces learning concepts presented by teachers. - Provides student performance assessment assistance for assigned subject matter, providing feedback to the student and the teacher. - Communicates (verbally and in writing) with students and parents about routine issues in their native language. - Supervises and monitors students at assigned sites and reinforces positive student behaviors and student related administration policies and rules. **What You’ll Need:** - To see what qualifications are acceptable for this role, please refer to this [paraprofessional qualifications guide.](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KhyQGYJkmuqb…