Computer Lab/Specials Instructional Paraprofessional

Primary Responsibility

To work under the direction of the K-12 Teacher or Building Principal in achieving the educational goals and objectives of all students through individual, small group, or whole-group instruction in the Computer Lab, and throughout the school, as needed.

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintain high academic standards and expectations in the computer class, in any small group, and/or whole-group instructional settings.
• Provide tutorial help to students following lessons prescribed by the teacher and reinforce material and skills using a variety of methods as directed by certified staff.
• Provide immediate feedback on student performance to students and to the supervising teacher.
• Respond to students' questions and requests for assistance.
• Observe students' work and study habits.
• Observe and record students' time on task when needed.
• Absorb and record students' progress and performance.
• Assist students in locating prescribed instructional materials and starting their assignments.
• Absorb and record students' progress and performance.
• Assist the classroom teacher in the delivery of an effective instructional program.
• Work with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material and skills introduced by the teacher.
• Assist students in mastering equipment or instructional materials assigned by teacher.
• Identify pupil needs and provide instruction appropriate to those needs.
• Follow modifications and accommodations as specified in Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Assist with such large group activities as drill and practice, reading aloud, and storytelling, and participate in other forms of oral communication with students.
• Guide independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work assigned by the teacher.
• Absorb and record students' progress and performance.
• Assist with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips.
• Administer, score, and record such achievement and diagnostic tests as the teacher recommends for individual students.
• Encourage students to strive to meet their highest potential.
• Communicate classroom rules and encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Other Classroom Assistance:
• Aid the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on an understanding of individual students, their needs, interests, and abilities.
• Alert the supervising teacher to any problem or special information about an individual student.
• Serve as the chief source of information and help to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Operate and care for equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes.
• Distribute and collect workbooks, papers, and other materials for instruction.
• Help the teacher to plan and maintain bulletin Boards and other classroom learning displays.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Help very young students with their clothing and snack time routines.
• Other Classroom Assistance:
• Keep accurate records and maintain individual records for each student.
• Complete clerical duties as assigned by the supervising teacher.
• Attend faculty meetings as required.
• Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development through such efforts as reading professional journals and other publications.
• Seek assistance should emergencies arise.
• Represent the school district in a positive manner.
• Know and follow school district policy and chain of command.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Evaluation

Performance of this position will be evaluated annually by the building principal in conformance with any applicable federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy.

Benefits

Benefits District benefit package for full time employees working 20+ hours per week (Unless hired after January 1st): Medical/vision/dental insurance $30,000 life insurance with option to purchase additional coverage Employee assistance program (EAP) Unlimited accumulation of sick leave Personal, bereavement, professional leave, vacation (if applicable) Credit reimbursement of up to $300 per year

Terms Of Employment

This position shall be considered in all respects "employment at will". The "employment period" and other descriptions and terms set forth in this job description shall not create a property right for the employee. These are set forth only to advise the employee of when and what type of services will be required by the district so long as the employment continues.