Early Childhood Paraprofessional
About The Position
The Early Childhood Paraprofessional assists students in achieving social-emotional and academic success. The role supports students with classroom expectations and daily routines, provides small-group or one-on-one instructional assistance under the lead teacher’s direction, and implements individualized behavior support plans or accommodations as directed by the teacher or student support team. The paraprofessional monitors student progress, maintains documentation, and collaborates with classroom teachers and other staff. The position is 185 days, with benefits provided according to Siloam Springs School Board policies.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- At least one of the following: two years of college credit; an associate’s degree or higher; evidence of passing the Arkansas State Board of Education-adopted Praxis Paraprofessional Assessment; or a Child Development Associate Credential (CDA).
- Highly motivated with strong organizational skills and able to coordinate multiple tasks at one time.
- Self-starter able to work independently.
Responsibilities
- Assist students in achieving social-emotional and academic success.
- Monitor student progress and maintain documentation.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers and other staff.
- Assist students in understanding, practicing, and meeting classroom expectations and daily routines.
- Implement individualized behavior support plans or accommodations as directed by the teacher or student support team.
- Provide small-group or one-on-one instructional support under the direction of the lead teacher.
- Support and promote the district’s mission, vision, and values.
- Abide by state statutes, school board policies, and regulations.
- Perform duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors.
- Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
Benefits
- Benefits provided according to Siloam Springs School Board policies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
