Paraprofessional SPED Inclusion (Immediate Start) Southard MS

About the role

Reports to: Principal and Teacher(s). Primary purpose: Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities.

Responsibilities

• Instructional Support
  • Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
  • Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
  • Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
  • Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
  • Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
  • Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
  • Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
  • Cover classes for teacher absences when substitutes are not available.
• Student Management
  • Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
  • Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Other
  • Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
  • Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
  • Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory responsibilities: None.

Tools/equipment used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment.

Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping.

Motion: Moderate walking.

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).

Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise.

Mental demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: High school diploma or hold a