Classroom Para (ISS Room)

Contract length: 190 days, or as assigned

About the role

To provide a well-organized, smoothly functioning class environment in which students can take full advantage of the instructional program and available resource materials.

Responsibilities

• Monitor a classroom activity directed by the teacher.
• Keep students on the track as they carry out an assignment.
• Guide students toward better study habits.
• Refer problems observed (academic or behavioral) to the teacher.
• Work with individuals or small groups to help them function more effectively (socially) in the classroom.
• Assist student(s) in learning to use equipment and materials.
• Help prepare materials for students.
• Carry out supervisory duties outside the classroom as approved by the building principal (e.g., field trips, library, auditorium).
• Assist students who have been absent.
• Enforce classroom management according to teacher's guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED

Physical Demands

• Occasionally (1%-32%): Bend, Operate Computer, Lift up to 10 pounds, Reaching/Pushing/Pulling, Carrying (25 feet), Temperature Extremes
• Frequently (33%-65%): Mobility, Stationary Position, Sitting, Weekends/Off Schedule
• Constantly (66%-100%): Talk, Hear, Indoors

Pay

$15.07/hr (+$0.40 extra for 60+ college credit and $0.30 for Para Certification/Sub Authorization)

Benefits

All positions assigned 30 or more hours weekly (typically 6 hours daily) are eligible for a full benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance and paid leave.