Full-Time Paraprofessional - Specialized Programs - LCCE-26-27SY - Multiple Positions

Position Overview

The Paraprofessional assists teachers by performing a variety of tasks that promote student learning and well-being. They work individually and in small groups to reinforce instruction, monitor performance, and support learning.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provides a safe and encouraging learning environment to meet students' needs, interests, and abilities.
• Demonstrates professionalism, maintains confidentiality, accepts constructive feedback, and promotes an atmosphere that supports student learning.
• Supports the classroom teacher in instruction by engaging in planning, following plans outlined by the teacher, and working with individual students/small groups.
• Supports the classroom teacher in assessment by monitoring independent work, collecting academic/behavioral data, and assisting in keeping accurate/current records of student progress.
• Supports the classroom teacher in organization by performing clerical duties, assisting in gathering/developing instructional materials, and maintaining an organized work environment.
• Demonstrates characteristics of an effective team member by engaging in problem-solving, exhibiting flexibility, and cooperating.
• Implements School Board and school-based policies and procedures to uphold school regulations.
• Assumes other responsibilities and performs other duties as assigned by the Principal and/or Director of Educational Resources/Executive Director of Teaching and Learning.
• Willingness and ability to work an extended day (for additional pay) and ride the bus to and from school with the assigned student is preferred.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma and passing ParaPro scores or a minimum of 60 college credits.
• A State of Delaware Paraeducator Permit required.
• Ability to work cooperatively with teachers, students, administrators, and parents.
• Experience in working with students of varying abilities.
• Excellent communication, organization, and computer skills.
• Knowledge of IDEA, 504 and IEP's.

Physical Requirements

• This position may require frequent bending, walking, running, and lifting of objects/equipment up to 50 pounds may be required.
• The work of this class is generally performed in a school environment. Work may require the ability to move around the school and classroom.

Pre-employment Requirements

• Criminal background check and Tuberculin testing.
• Completion of I-9 form.
• Completion of paperwork for the Delaware Child Protection Registry.

Evaluation

Job performance will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions set forth in the negotiated contract between the Appoquinimink School District Board of Education and the corresponding workgroup union/association, if applicable.

Application Process

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