ISS/STOP Parapro

Pay: $14.57 an hour, 7.5 hours a day (prorated if you do not start in August)

About the Role

To provide competent support and assistance to the classroom teacher(s) in the full implementation of the instructional programs of the school. To perform tasks as assigned by the teacher in support of the instructional program and activities of the class.

Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs assigned groups and individuals in the locations and at the times designated by the teacher.
• Presents materials required in the teaching assignment within the content limitations of the system curriculum guides and under the direction of the teacher.
• Helps the teacher implement programs of study that meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Assists in creating a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Prepares for groups and/or individuals assigned and shows evidence of such preparation.
• Provides the teacher input for assessing the accomplishments of students.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct.
• Helps the teacher enforce reasonable rules of classroom behavior and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Provides feedback to learners about their academic progress and behavior.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required.
• Reproduces, organizes, distributes, and collects instructional materials for implementation of instructional programs.
• Complies with any reasonable oral or written directive of the teacher, the principal, or other appropriate administration or supervisor.

Requirements

• Qualify for a Paraprofessional Certificate by either holding an Associate Degree or higher, or 90 college quarter hours, or 60 semester hours, or pass the assessment test for paraprofessionals (GACE). If taking the GACE, a copy of your high school diploma is required to submit to PSC for certification.

Skills

• Ability to organize, direct, and control small and large groups of children in a variety of activities and settings.
• Proficiency in oral and written communication (English and Spanish preferred).
• Ability to adjust to changing conditions and situations.

Qualifications

• Experience in working with and directing the activities of children, preferably in education.

The Coweta County Board of Education reserves the right to accept equivalent qualifications as deemed appropriate and acceptable.