Instructional Paraprofessional

About the role

Supports the principal and classroom teachers in implementing a school program and encouraging a positive learning environment. May assist licensed teachers in academic assignments and classroom management and/or materials preparation.

Responsibilities

• Reports consistently for work as scheduled
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Achieves proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards
• Assists in preparation, production, and maintenance of materials and equipment as assigned
• Assists individual students in performing activities instructed by a teacher
• Assists teachers in locating materials for classroom, and assembles materials for teachers’ use as directed
• Assists the student(s) in recitation, reading, and other curriculum tasks
• Assists with/completes daily paper work (i.e., attendance reports, student referral slips, various student passes, weekly folders, permission slips, and parent notes)
• Attends meetings and conferences as required
• Carries out instructional programs and lessons in various learning environments as designated in the lesson plan
• Collects data for assessment and monitoring purposes
• Conducts story time for students
• Coordinates completion of assignments with regular classroom teachers
• Develops and implements games and teaching aids
• Maintains records necessary for effective operation of program, including annual inventory of all materials and equipment
• Maintains student files, updating information as appropriate
• Maintains, orders, and organizes inventory of materials in an effective manner
• Maintains behavior contracts and reward systems for students
• Processes book orders, inputs into computer, and maintains inventory of books, materials, and supplies
• Proctors test-taking when requested by teachers
• Provides reference assistance to students and staff
• Purchases supplies and materials
• Supervises students in the use of the various programs on the computer
• Supervises, resolves disciplinary student issues in classroom or escorts to administrators
• Tutors students in various subject areas
• Works with small groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher
• Works with students in one-to-one/group situations
• Provides support for students who are dysregulated

Qualifications

• First Aid/CPR - American Heart Asc. / Red Cross / Etc.
• High school graduate - high school diploma or equivalent

Skills

• Adapts to changing technologies and learns functionality of new equipment and systems
• Communicates effectively verbally and in writing
• Creates, accesses, inputs, retrieves, and manipulates information in various software systems
• Establishes and maintains accurate record keeping, document management, and filing systems
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions including supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general public
• Follows oral and written instructions
• Greet and interact with the public in a courteous and professional manner
• Maintains confidentiality
• Manages simultaneous demands and sets clear priorities
• Works independently without direct supervision
• Communicates effectively with students and adults in a wide variety of settings
• Computer proficiency including office productivity applications
• Knowledge of policies, procedures, and overall district functions
• Demonstrated ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a team setting
• Commitment to the education of students as a primary responsibility
• Knowledge of office methods and procedures including appropriate telephone etiquette
• Knowledge of Special Education, other educational programming, and associated legal requirements as related to the needs of the students assigned to the teacher
• Promotes a positive climate, culture, and community
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skills
• Student-centered and relationship-focused
• Understanding of data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training as required

Benefits

Eligibility for benefits varies based on employment status and length of service. For more information, please visit Employee Benefits | Academy District 20 (asd20.org).