JOB DESCRIPTION:

Assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individuals or small groups of limited or non-English speaking students in a classroom environment; assist in the preparation of instructional materials and implementation of lesson plans; provide routine clerical support. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidate must have a high school diploma or GED.  Must have strong office, computer, and oral and written communication skills. Incumbents must possess knowledge of child guidance principles and practices, and basic instructional methods and techniques.

Must be highly-qualified.  The paraprofessional can be determined for highly-qualified if he or she has:

• Two years of college experience from an accredited college
• A two-year college degree from an accredited college
• Passed the Para-Pro Assessment
• One year or 1,000 hours of previous employment in a school or working with children
• Passed annual school-level evaluations
• Completed 48 credit hours of college level classes from an accredited college
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credentials

If selected for an interview, candidate must provide proof of education the the time of interview (official transcripts or Para Pro results).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction and in the implementation of lesson plans to individuals or small groups of limited or non-English speaking students in a classroom environment; administer various tests as directed; prepare mandated reports and documentation as required.

2. Perform a variety of clerical duties in support of classroom activities such as preparing, typing, duplicating and filing instructional materials; grade student tests and assignments; record grades; maintain student records and files as assigned.

3. Read assignments to students; assist students in completing classroom assignments, homework and projects; assure student understanding of classroom rules and procedures; assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude and general guidance.

4. Read books to students and observe their reading abilities as assigned; assist students with letter and word pronunciation and recognition; assist students with spelling and writing exercises and assignments.

5. Observe and control behavior of students in the classroom according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior.

6. Provide classroom support to the teacher by setting up work areas and displays, and distributing and collecting paper, supplies and materials; operate a variety of classroom and office equipment including a computer and copier as assigned.

7. Assure the health and safety of students by following established practices and procedures; maintain learning environment in a safe, orderly and clean manner.

8. Attend meetings and in-services as assigned.

9. Perform related duties as assigned by the Principal to meet the particular needs of the building/unit.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD: 

• New employees must successfully complete their probationary period to be eligible to apply for posted positions.
• Employees must remain in their current position a minimum of sixty (60) calendar days to be eligible to apply for any non-lateral posted position.
• Current non-probationary employees may only apply for lateral positions at the end of each school year. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak and hear. The employee is required to have dexterity of hands and fingers. The employee is required to sit or stand for extended periods of time. They may be occasionally required to bend at the waist, kneel or crouch. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job the incumbent is seated or walking at will. The incumbent will be required to lift, carry, push and pull up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions.