At Risk/Title Paraprofessional

Coloma Community Schools Full Time At Risk Paraprofessional 26-27 School Year Summary We are seeking a full-time Title/At Risk Paraprofessional to join our team at Coloma Intermediate School. The ideal candidate will work closely with students to provide support and assistance in the classroom, helping them to achieve their academic and personal goals. Under direct supervision of a highly qualified teacher, the Title IA/Paraprofessional performs a variety of tasks assisting in the development of an instructional program by working with students individually or in small/large groups; prepares instructional materials, maintains classroom discipline, and conducts planned activities using teacher designated methods and materials. Responsibilities Contributing toward a positive, professional working and learning environment by: Assisting classroom teacher or Title I teacher in implementation of learning experiences of all students, conferring with teacher to provide feedback on student performance, student progress, and testing activitiesMaking the well-being of students the fundamental value in the decision-making processCoordinating with the classroom teacher to discuss assigned duties in order to maximize instructional activitiesAssisting in the instruction of students in group or one-on-one settings, often without direct teacher supervision; adjusting and revising teaching strategies during instructional activity as necessary to best support all students to reach masteryAssisting the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on sympathetic understanding of individual students, their needs, interests and abilitiesAbility to provide for the identified physical needs of studentsAbility to maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students and staff, including but not limited to protecting the rights of all students as guaranteed by Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) while interacting with all people, internal or external, in a courteous, polite mannerAbility to accurately monitor and track student progress and communicate with parents and teachers as needed in a professional, positive manner with documentation of student progress and interventionsEstablishing and maintaining a collaborative relationship with school staff to create a positive learning environment and promote student successAttend meetings and professional development opportunities as requiredAssist in monitoring classroom management in accordance with district and board policy, while following district discipline proceduresSupervising students in and outside of the classroom with an understanding of and supporting a safe learning environmentAbility to assist with supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, lunch, recess, hall duty and school buses as requiredAssist with large group activities including, but not limited to, drill work, reading aloud, and storytellingRead to students, listen to students read, and participate in other forms of oral communication with studentsAbility to provide remedial instructional activities in math and reading for students, as directed by Title I Teacher or Classroom TeacherServe as chief of information and assistance to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacherBeing alert to and reporting any possibility of substance abuse, child abuse, or other dangerous situation based on daily observationPerforming all duties in a safe and prudent manner as directed by supervisorsOperating and caring for all school district property properlyPerform such other tasks which fall within the allowability of the grants that fund the position (Title I, Part A; Section 31a (Michigan)) Requirements Must have one of the following:Associates Degree60+ CreditsPassed the ETS Paraprofessional Assessment with a core of 460+SAT Score of 480+ (reading & writing) & 530+ (math)Previously passed MTCC, Workkeys, ACT or MME Requirements Continued High school diploma or equivalent (some college coursework preferred) Experience working with students, either in a school or other setting Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work collaboratively with others as part of a team Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Ability to pass a background check and obtain necessary clearances as required by the school district Application Deadline: Reviewed upon receipt Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and requirements of the Special Education Paraprofessional position. Duties may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of the employer. It is the policy of Coloma Community Schools that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, disability, height, weight, marital status, or any other status covered by federal, state, or local law shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to, discrimination during any program, activity, service, or in employment. Any person suspecting a discriminatory practice should contact our compliance officers, Wendy Tremblay at 302 W. St. Joseph Street, Coloma, MI 49038, 269.468.2424 or via email at complaint@ccs.coloma.org.