Parapro, Elementary

Position Title: Paraprofessional Location: School Site Reports To: Principal Supervises: None Classification: Support Status: Full-time FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Benefit Eligible: Yes Work Year: 199 days / 10 months Salary: See lhusd.org website Education And Experience Requirements High School Diploma or equivalentRequirements to meet NCLB (No Child Left Behind) which include High School Diploma or equivalent AND either two year degree OR Sixty Credit hours OR Pass a State required test Certificates And Licensure Requirements IVP fingerprint clearance card through AZ Department of Public Safety Summary The Paraprofessional shall operate under the direction of the Building Principal or designee, within the guidelines established by the local school administration. The Paraprofessional assistant shall be expected to participate in small group and/or individual instruction and shall assist as needed with clerical functions, the operation of equipment, preparation of teaching media, and the distribution of supplies when necessary. The Educational Assistant shall supervise playground and lunch areas as directed by the Building Principal or designee. Qualifications Ability to relate well with childrenAbility to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, both to adults and childrenEfficient typing skillsComputer literacyAbility to operate routine office equipmentAbility to work effectively without direct supervisionGood health, physical stamina, fitness, and vitalityPersonal qualities associated with good human and interpersonal relations Responsibilities And Requirements Assist with daily operation of front office, including clerical dutiesCorrect and prepare student papersAssist in supervision of individual studentsAssist in hygienic needs of students as necessaryOperate audio-visual equipmentSupervise playground activitiesAssist in preparation of instructional materialsWork with individual children for tutoring, repeating lessons, finding reference materials and drill workTeach small groups to reinforce learning skillsRead and/or tell stories to a group of childrenOrder teaching suppliesPatrol assigned areasPerform function of Crossing GuardCross students at designated crossing before and after schoolWear and display all district-approved attire and equipment Other Learn and correctly apply district policies and proceduresAssure that district discipline and safety guidelines are followedHealth office assistant duties including first aid and CPR as neededPerform other duties when assigned by the Building Principal or designee Physical Demands and Work Environment Physical effort Repetitive motion and eye strain through extensive utilization of computer hardware and softwareMay require lifting materials and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds Other Information Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance and background check EEOC Lake Havasu Unified School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. Administrators and supervisors reserve the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.