Early Reading Interventionist (ERI) Paraprofessional

West Ada School District • MERIDIAN, ID

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to assist with intervention during the academic intervention time for students participating in the Extended Reading Intervention program. This position supports the Extended Reading Intervention program at elementary schools. The primary function of an employee in this position is to support intervention for students in the ERI program. The position is directly supervised by a teacher, with direction from the building Principal.

Requirements

• Paraprofessionals must meet one of the following qualifications: Have 2 years of college credits, or Have a college degree, or Pass the ParaPro Praxis Assessment with a score of 457 or higher, or the Idaho Paraprofessional Testing Alternative with a score of 75% or higher.
• Must have a valid Idaho Driver’s license and a vehicle to drive and/or must provide own transportation for job related activities.
• Highly Qualified status required: have 32+ college credits, have a college degree, or pass the Paraprofessional Assessment with a score of 460+.

Nice To Haves

• If you do not meet the college credit/degree requirement or have not yet passed the Praxis, you will be signed up for the Idaho Paraprofessional Assessment upon hire. The test must be passed within 90 days of your start date.

Responsibilities

• Provide literacy-based intervention support as designed by the ERI Coordinator or classroom teacher
• Provide additional student support as determined by the ERI Coordinator
• Work with students in one-on-one, small group, or whole group settings as designated by the ERI Coordinator or classroom teacher
• Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with District policies, procedures, and safety practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree