NATIVE LANGUAGE INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT - PASHTO AND DARI 3223327
Company name
Burlington School District
Location
Burlington, VT, United States
Employment Type
Full-Time
Industry
Entry Level
Posted on
Mar 01, 2022
Profile
The Burlington School District seeks an energetic, skilled instructional assistant to fill a part time position (.5) to support Dari and Pashto-speaking students. We are looking for a candidate who is proficient in both English and Pashto and Dari and has an understanding of the Burlington School system. This position requires cultural humility, the ability to remain calm in addressing challenging situations and the ability to inspire and encourage students to meet their most rigorous potential.
Candidate will support students in the classroom in the district following the lead of classroom teachers and using a Restorative Practice approach to proactively ensure that all students feel safe, seen, heard, valued, and respected within our community. For the 2021 - 2022 school year, this position will be focused on providing support district wide.
Qualifications:
Proficient in Pashto and Dari and English
Experience with youth
An understanding of the Burlington School System
Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with students, parents and school staff.
Job Responsibilities/Duties:
Provide instructional support and coordination between teachers and students.
Facilitate conversations and activities with students around issues of academic achievement as well as race, equity, and fostering a restorative community.
Provide consistent support to Pashto and Dari -speaking students throughout classroom and broader school experiences.
Facilitate small group conversations based on need.
Position Type:
Full-time
Positions Available:
2
Equal Opportunity Employer
Burlington School District 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. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.
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