Paraeducator, Pre-K (26-27)

About the Role

Assists teachers and school administrators in planning and providing classroom instruction to students. Works with students individually and in small groups to implement lesson plans, assess performance, reinforce instruction, and assist with classroom management. Coordinates instructional activities with teachers, resource teachers, parents, and service providers.

Responsibilities

• Provides instructional assistance in support of classroom and learning activities.
• Assists teachers in planning, implementing, and evaluating instructional lessons, strategies, activities, and materials.
• Assists students individually and in small groups with instructional activities, skills reinforcement, and other instruction-related tasks.
• Assists in monitoring and managing student behavior and classroom management.
• Assists in administering tests and assessments.
• Observes and gathers assessment data on students; assists in reviewing assessments and progress reports.
• Discusses observations and progress of students with instructional staff.
• Prepares instructional materials, audio-visual aids, and reports as requested.
• Assists in maintaining an attractive, neat, and safe classroom.
• Performs clerical support tasks including correction of tests and work papers, maintaining attendance logs, student folders and records, inventory, and reproduction of instructional materials.
• Provides support and instructional assistance in writing, science, computer, or other technology; ensures proper maintenance and care of laboratory equipment.
• Supervises and monitors students in off-site instruction and on field trips.
• May supervise play periods and playground activities of children.
• May attend to younger children during rest periods.
• May assist students with daily living activities such as feeding and toileting, including diapering when appropriate.

Requirements

• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential OR associate degree.
• One year of experience working with children.
• Certain positions may require the ability to operate office, audio/visual, or other related equipment.

Qualifications

• Understanding of what motivates student learning.
• Understanding of the curriculum in the assigned classroom.
• Knowledge and competency in business English, spelling, punctuation, grammar, and arithmetic.
• Ability to exercise patience and composure in working with children, including those with special needs.
• Ability to handle all matters in a professional and confidential manner.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to make decisions in accordance with City Schools’ policies, procedures, and general practice.
• Ability to work effectively with staff and children.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain clerical and student records.
• Ability to perform routine and non-routine instructional tasks.

Benefits

This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options, visit the Baltimore City Public Schools benefits page.

This position is affiliated with the Paraprofessionals and School Related Personnel (PSRP) bargaining unit and the City Retirement Plan.