Elementary Paraeducator (Grade TK)
About the role
The Folsom Cordova Unified School District (FCUSD) is a growing public school district committed to hiring and retaining excellent staff that represent the communities they serve. Staff members are expected to inspire excellence in all students by supporting their social-emotional wellness and academic growth. They work together to create welcoming and inclusive environments at school sites and the district office, focusing on customer service and system improvement. Employees in this career are supported as they learn their jobs and have opportunities to grow professionally.
Responsibilities
- Assist the primary (Grade TK) classroom teacher(s) in providing instruction to students in an assigned classroom or classrooms.
- Utilizes appropriate methods of instruction to achieve goals and objectives set forth by the certificated teacher(s) and assists in implementing practices proven to raise student achievement.
- Utilize curricular materials and assessments for instruction and intervention in literacy and numeracy.
- Work with small groups of students to reinforce instruction.
- Provide individual assistance to students as directed; explain errors and answer questions.
- Aid in monitoring the behavior of students in the classroom and during outdoor activities.
- Aid students with a variety of lessons, instructional games, and activities.
- Communicate with the classroom teacher(s) about progress regarding student performance and behavior.
- Assist students in building self-esteem by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude, and general guidance.
- Perform a variety of clerical and supportive duties related to classroom activities and classroom management.
- Operate a variety of classroom equipment, including a computer.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Experience: Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school and sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed below. Must pass the District’s Instructional Assistant Proficiency Test in reading, math, and per the Federal No Child Left Behind Act.
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Qualifications
Must pass the District’s Instructional Assistant Proficiency Test in reading, math, and per the Federal No Child Left Behind Act.
Skills
N/A
Benefits
N/A
Pay
$20.00 - $24.09 per hour
Schedule
9.50 hours per month, 45 minutes per day, 5 days per week