Title I Paraprofessional

About the role

Job goal: To assist the teacher in providing education and instruction of student(s). Reports to the Building Principal and receives guidance from the Classroom Teacher and Building Principal. Evaluation is conducted annually per the district’s Personnel Evaluation Policy. This is a generalized job description; specific duties vary by building.

Responsibilities

• Consistent and punctual "on-site" attendance at the worksite is an essential job function
• Uses positive forms of communication with children in the classroom/building
• Demonstrates confidentiality
• Maintain attendance records
• Performs various clerical duties (i.e. typing, drawing, writing, preparing bulletin boards, graphs, charts, correct papers, etc.)
• Research, assemble, and organize materials to be used during instruction
• Helps in the care of the classroom (i.e. sanitizing classroom toys)
• Assist with classroom inventory of supplies and materials
• Supervise small/large groups of students as directed by supervisor/teacher (i.e. lunchroom, playground, other assignments/areas)
• Alerts teacher to the needs of students
• Reinforce any skill(s) taught by teacher
• Assist students with reading, make-up work, group activities, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma
• Some college and/or experience
• Bilingual skills in Spanish/English preferred, but not required
• First aid/CPR certificate preferred, but not required

Skills

• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Auditory and visual skills
• Time management and organizational skills
• Skills in human relations and leadership
• Ability to handle distractions and/or resolve conflicts
• Patience with students and staff
• Ability to relate to and work effectively with students and adults
• Self motivation to perform various duties

Schedule

9 months; 30 hours/week