Paraprofessional SPED SLC - Smith ES

Primary Purpose

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing of classroom activities.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate; have met formal academic assessment, associate's degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning*
• Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics; ability to work well with children; ability to communicate effectively
• Experience: Some experience working with children

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 (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

Working Conditions

• 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

*Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A program.