- CVs submitted in Portuguese will not be considered.
**This position is for Local Hires. Local Hires are individuals legally authorized to work in Brazil or Brazilian citizens.
Instruction and Student Support
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Support classroom Teachers during push-in (co-teaching) and pull-out instructional sessions.
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Work with individual students or small groups to reinforce language learning goals, vocabulary, and classroom tasks.
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Assist students in understanding instructions, assignments, and classroom routines.
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Provide support during assessments, following guidance on accommodations and scaffolds.
Classroom and Student Support
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Help students develop organization, study skills, and academic routines.
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Support student engagement, positive behavior, and confidence in classroom and small-group settings.
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Assist with the preparation, organization, and adaptation of instructional materials.
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Supervise students during transitions, learning activities, and ELL-related sessions as needed.
Collaboration and Professional Practice
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Work collaboratively with ELL Teachers, classroom teachers, and student support staff.
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Share observations about student progress and needs with the ELL Teacher.
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Participate in meetings, training sessions, and professional learning as required.
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Communicate professionally and respectfully with students, families, and colleagues.
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Demonstrate professionalism in attendance, punctuality, conduct, and confidentiality.
Required
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High school diploma or equivalent.
Desired
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Coursework or degree in Education, English, Linguistics, TESOL, or a related field.
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Training or experience working with multilingual learners or adolescents.
Required
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Experience working with children or adolescents in an educational or youth-focused setting.
Desired
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Experience supporting English Language Learners in middle school or secondary settings.
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Experience working in international or multicultural environments.
Required
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Proficiency in English
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Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build positive relationships with adolescents.
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Ability to support students in structured and unstructured learning environments.
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Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
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Ability to follow instructional guidance and collaborate effectively as part of a team.
Desired
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Proficiency in another language (e.g., Portuguese or others) is an asset.
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Basic understanding of second-language acquisition principles.
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Ability to support students with diverse learning and cultural backgrounds.
