Office and Instructional Parapro

Primary Function

To provide competent support and assistance for the smooth and efficient operation of the school office.

Insure maximum positive impact upon students, parents, teachers and the general public.

Major Responsibilities

• Aid in creating a school environment that is positive, productive and conducive to learning.
• Help the administration implement policies and rules governing school operations.
• Enforce reasonable rules of classroom/school behavior and maintain order in a fair and just manner.
• Provide direct office support as needed.
• Provide In School/Time Out support as needed.
• Provide classroom/paraprofessional support as needed.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required.
• Respond to the identified needs of teachers, students, and parents.
• Answer telephone and take messages.
• Maintain files.
• Schedule appointments.
• Type from copy, rough draft or detailed instructions.
• Aid in preparing reports.
• Operate copy machine, fax and other software applications as required.
• May serve as a receptionist.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Qualifications

• 60 College Semester Hours or 90 College Quarter Hours or minimum 2 year degree or pass the Paraprofessional Praxis Exam.
• An official transcript will be needed for this position.
• (high school transcript if taking the Gace-College if you have enough credits.)
• Experience working in an educational setting and prior clerical experience preferred.

Skills Required

• Basic knowledge of business English, general vocabulary, spelling, math and a working knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Ability to maintain records and files.
• Ability to work harmoniously with other employees.
• Ability to meet and deal with the public in an effective and tactful manner.
• Ability to adjust to changing conditions and situations.