Special Education Paraprofessional (PreK)

Category: Special Education Job Function: Certified Support Staff Department: Bethune, Mary Mcleod Elementary Summary Provides assistance with classroom organization, management, and presentation/development of classroom instruction; Works under general supervision of the instructional staff Essential Duties Works closely with the Pre-Kindergarten teacher and studentsFollows the operating guidelines required by the Georgia Pre-Kindergarten programAssists the teacher in the preparation of educational materials for studentsWorks individually with students and/or in small groups to help reinforce learning objectivesAssists with all aspects of the daily routine, including distributing and collecting supplies, keeping attendance records, and all other instructional Quality guidelines as assignedParticipates in lunchroom, recess, hall-monitoring, and bus dutiesAssists with preparing and maintaining learning centers for instructionPerforms other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator Required Education High School Diploma or GED required Must pass the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment or must have Technical Certificate of Credit in Early Childhood Education in lieu of passing GACE Assessment an Associate's Degree or higher at a GaPSC accepted accredited institution is acceptable Certification/Licensure Must meet Bright From the Start requirements as indicated under "Education" above Experience Qualifications 0 - 1 year of experience required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Ability to understand and follow directions Excellent communication skills both written and verbal Good organizational skills Classroom experience and/or proven ability to work with children preferred Working Conditions Classroom environment Physical Demands Ability to lift and carry 30-50 pounds with assistance Ability to push or pull a maximum of 50 pounds Typically sitting, standing, walking May require stooping or crouching Posting ID: 35224 It is the policy of the Fulton County School System not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service. If you wish to make a complaint or request accommodation or modification due to discrimination in any program, activity, or service, contact Compliance Coordinator Gonzalo LaCava, 6201 Powers Ferry Rd, NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30339, or phone 470-254-4585.TTY 1-800-255-0135. Special Education Paraprofessional (PreK) Req ID: Fulton County Schools Nearest Major Market: Atlanta