Instructional Paraprofessional - Secondary

About the role

Supports 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
• Achieves proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards
• Aids in preparation, production, and maintenance of materials and equipment as assigned
• Aids individual students in performing activities instructed by a teacher
• Aids students in finding materials and books in library or on the internet
• Aids students 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
• Carries out instructional programs and lessons in various learning environments as designated in the lesson plan
• Captures data for assessment and monitoring purposes
• Completes daily paperwork (i.e., attendance reports, detention slips, student referral slips, various student passes, etc.)
• Conducts library skills sessions for students
• Coordinates completion of assignments with regular classroom teachers
• Develops and implements games and teaching aids
• Maintains accurate textbook records
• 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
• Maintains student behavior during access and during hall duty
• Performs miscellaneous clerical duties and assists other staff members
• Proctors test-taking when requested by teachers
• Provides reference assistance to students and staff
• Purchases supplies and materials
• Resolves discipline problems within the study hall
• Serves as a resource person to the student personnel evaluation team concerning an assigned student
• Supervises students assigned to in-school suspension/detention
• Supervises, resolves disciplinary student issues, and ensures the utilization of study hall by students
• Tutors students 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 interact 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 office methods and procedures including appropriate telephone etiquette
• Understands data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training as required

Benefits

Full-time - Regular