Classroom Paraprofessional - Open to the Public

Cincinnati Public Schools•Cincinnati, OH

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Classroom Paraprofessional reports to the building principal and provides day-to-day support to students. Under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, the paraprofessional assists certified professional staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives and helps free certified employees from non-professional duties. The role includes instructional support, assistance with classroom activities and student behavior, and supervision in non-instructional areas. The position works during the school year for seven hours daily.

Requirements

An associate degree or higher, or a high school diploma or equivalent; the stated typical qualifications list both, and the description allows any combination of education and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge.
Pass the Parapro Assessment examination as required by the No Child Left Behind Act.
Obtain and maintain an Educational Aide Permit issued by the State of Ohio.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations to assist students.
Ability to use personal computers and software applications such as Word and Excel.
Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees, and others.
Ability to establish supportive and compassionate relationships with students with special needs.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and others.
Ability to report work orally or in writing to a supervisor as required.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working with children is desirable.

Responsibilities

Communicate effectively, solve problems, and work independently in a school setting.
Assist and guide students in reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills.
Work with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.
Assist professional staff with administering and correcting classroom exercises, tests, and assessments.
Help prepare classrooms and reinforce instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs.
Assist with record-keeping to document student learning and performance.
Support classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, maintain a safe and orderly classroom, and keep students on task.
Assist students in non-instructional areas, including lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridors, and study hall.
Accompany students on field trips to assist with supervision.
Construct, copy, distribute, and use educational materials as needed.
Follow applicable safety rules, procedures, and regulations for assisting all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.
Assist guidance staff, pupil services staff, or building administration as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned.