Paraprofessional

Qualifications

• Aptitude for the successful completion of tasks assigned
• Ability to work with administrators, teachers, students, and parents
• Eligibility for a Paraprofessional license issued by the Georgia PSC

Performance Responsibilities

• Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching
• Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise children
• Work in the classroom with the teacher to give instruction to students
• Collaborate with Academic Coach/Intervention Coordinator to provide students with assigned interventions
• Provides assistance to teachers with in-person instruction, classroom organization, management and instructional strategies
• Attends classroom sessions and redirects students who are off task and supports students who need remediation or intervention
• Works with small groups or individual students in-person to practice skills, read, and ensure each student benefits from the assignment or task
• Assists teachers with checking in on students that have not accessed classroom resources or completed assignments
• Communicates proactively with teachers to inform them of student issues and conversations with parents
• Aid the teacher in the preparation of supplies and materials needed to carry out lessons
• Work cooperatively with all school personnel to enhance the overall quality of the school
• Keep the teacher informed of all potential problems noted regarding instruction and discipline
• Channel all school business through the school office
• Maintain confidentiality
• Maintain license
• Engage in activities that promote professional growth
• Prompt and in person attendance