Paraeducator - Academic, English Learners (Spanish) at Los Angeles County Office Of Education
About the Employer
Welcome to the Los Angeles County Office of Education! Thank you for your interest in joining the LACOE family. We are proud of the fact that we have talented staff, excellent growth opportunities, outstanding support and an invigorating mission. The primary function of LACOE is to service and support 80 K-12 school districts along with numerous other agencies, as we ensure educational excellence for the region’s two-million preschool and school-aged children. LACOE serves others by building capacity in our employees, being responsive to the needs of our customers and modeling integrity and respect in our actions and communications. We enhance our role through partnering with our communities, County and other educational institutions to provide outreach, support and specialized services. It is our mission to improve the lives of students and our educational community through our service, leadership and advocacy. We are seeking talented individuals who support our vision and strategic plan that encompasses “A Culture of Excellence in ALL We Do.”
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) is seeking resilient individuals to assist and support the instruction of Spanish-speaking English learners who are working toward their high school diplomas. This critical role serves vulnerable and at-promise student populations, including youth who are emotionally disturbed, justice-involved, or on probation. Bring your passion for equity and language acquisition to a position where you can make a profound difference. The current vacancy is located with the Renaissance PAU and expected to travel between the following sites: Monrovia (128 E. Palm Ave., Monrovia, CA 91016), Monterey Park (1260 S. Monterey Pass Rd., Monterey Park, CA 91754), and Hawthorne (14600 Cerise Ave., Hawthorne, CA 90250). Mileage will be paid. The position requires proficiency in Bilingual Spanish.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Experience: None Additional Requirements: Experience assisting in instruction of children, adolescents, and/or young adults who are English learners and at-promise or incarcerated youth is desired. All candidates must pass a test of bilingual proficiency in oral and written Spanish. Candidates must pass the LACOE written test of ability to assist in the instruction of reading, writing, and mathematics. Candidates must successfully complete the LACOE Paraeducator Workshop after passing the written test. (This requirement is not required of current LACOE Paraeducators or former Paraeducators eligible for re-employment.) Some positions in this classification may require travel and the availability of private transportation.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Experience: None Additional Requirements: Experience assisting in instruction of children, adolescents, and/or young adults who are English learners and at-promise or incarcerated youth is desired. All candidates must pass a test of bilingual proficiency in oral and written Spanish. Candidates must pass the LACOE written test of ability to assist in the instruction of reading, writing, and mathematics. Candidates must successfully complete the LACOE Paraeducator Workshop after passing the written test. (This requirement is not required of current LACOE Paraeducators or former Paraeducators eligible for re-employment.) Some positions in this classification may require travel and the availability of private transportation.