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English Language Proficiency Assessors

Alexandria City Public Schools (Virginia)

Central Office, VA

English Language Proficiency Assessors

Alexandria City Public Schools (Virginia)

Central Office, VA
 
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Job Description:

 

The Office of English Learner Services is seeking experienced educators to serve as assessors, on a temporary part-time basis, to primarily assist in administering English language proficiency screener assessments to students registering for school who have a primary language other than English in the home. English proficiency assessors administer the WIDA English proficiency screener assessment, interpret the assessment results, and convey results to students and families. Additional assessment administration may include the Logramos assessment for Spanish speakers and content assessments for secondary students. Assessors work with students and families and who have a language other than English, the EL Office registrars, and with the parent outreach coordinator in the Welcome Center of the Office of English Learner Services.

 

Experience:

 

Applicants should have experience working with linguistically and culturally diverse students, be culturally competent, familiar with English proficiency assessment, and preferably bilingual.  Participation in assessment training and annual WIDA assessment certification will be required.

 

Clearances:

  • Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.
  • Tuberculosis Skin Test.

Public Health Compliance

  • Proof of COVID vaccination. Exemptions for religious/medical will be reviewed.
  • Must follow safety and health protocols.

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About Alexandria City Public Schools (Virginia)

ACPS IS ABOUT EQUITY, EMPOWERMENT AND INSPIRING STUDENTS TO THRIVE

Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) places racial equity at the center of everything that we do as a school division. This challenges us to ensure our students are engaged in classroom instruction and have access to the educational resources needed to enhance their learning experiences. We will ensure that our schools are a safe, friendly and welcoming environment for all. We set clear division-wide priorities and programs to address opportunity and achievement gaps as well as make sure that all students graduate ready for college, careers and life. Our vision is big and bold, and the potential is enormous.

ACPS serves more than 15,000 students who hail from more than 119 countries and speak 124 languages. We have 18 schools, including two middle schools, two K-8 schools, one pre-K school and the internationally recognized Alexandria City High School.

Learn about ACPS schools and how we serve our students.