<P> In Canada, they are widely known as Educational Assistants to emphasize their role in educating special needs students . </P> <P> In Japan, foreign native speakers employed as paraprofessional language educators (primarily English) are known as Assistant Language Teachers . Similar institutions exist in Germany and France where they are known as Foreign Language Assistants . </P> <P> Paraprofessional educators generally assist teachers in the classroom, supervise students outside of the classroom, or provide administrative support for teaching . Job duties range from filling teaching positions to supplementing regular classroom curriculum with additional enrichment activities for students . Other positions include classroom aides, special education aides, school library technical assistants, and tutors . </P> <P> Some paraprofessionals work directly with students, in which case they may listen to students practice reading aloud, help students understand and complete their assignments, or assist students with special needs . </P>

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