Instructional Paraprofessional (Math/Science Focus)

About the role

Support the principal and classroom teachers in implementing a school program and encouraging a positive learning environment. May supervise study periods including assisting in academic assignments, problem-solving with discipline students, and providing a work conducive environment.

Responsibilities

• Reports consistently for work as scheduled
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Achiets 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 students in finding materials and books in library or on the internet
• Assists the student(s) in recitation, reading, and other curriculum tasks
• Attends meetings and conferences as required
• Attends pre-job training, ongoing training, and meetings as required during the school year in order to remain up-to-date of job procedures
• Collects data for assessment and monitoring purposes
• Completes daily paper work (i.e., attendance reports, detention slips, student referral slips, various student passes, etc.)
• Carrries out instructional programs and lessons in various learning environments as designated in the lesson plan
• Carries out miscellaneous clerical duties and assists other staff members
• Provides reference assistance to students and staff
• Purchases supplies and materials
• Provides support for in-school suspension/detention
• Provides tutoring in various subject areas
• Works with small groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher
• Works with administration and teachers to ensure students are improving skills
• Works with students in one-to-one/group situations

Qualifications

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 interacts with the public in a courteous and professional manner
• Maintains confidentiality
• Manages simultaneous demands and sets clear priorities
• Manages independent work without direct supervision
• Communicates effectively with students and adults in a wide variety of settings
• Uses computer proficiency including office productivity applications
• Understands data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training as required

Benefits

Full-time - Regular