ED Paraprofessional

Oklahoma City Public Schools•Oklahoma City, OK

About The Position

Provides support to the instructional program in an assigned classroom, working with individual students and small groups, and provides clerical support to teachers and staff. The position supports classroom learning goals, student safety, and students’ academic and personal-care needs. The role may involve working at an alternative work site if a health crisis or disruptive situation closes school or office buildings; eligibility and expectations are determined by the superintendent and supervisor. The job description is not all-inclusive, and other reasonably related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Meet one Tier 1 qualification: complete at least 48 college credit hours; pass the OGET test; pass the ETS Parapro Assessment with a score of 455; or achieve a score of 3 or better on all three parts of the WorkKeys Assessment.
For the special education paraprofessional Tier 2 requirements, complete OSDE special education paraprofessional training through Pepper, a career technology center, or another state-approved provider.
For Tier 2, maintain current CPR/First Aid certification, complete annual Universal Precautions/Bloodborne Pathogens training, and complete six hours of professional development each year.
Obtain the OSDE Paraprofessional Credential (a $10 fee).
Ability to operate standard office equipment and basic computer software applications.
Ability to perform basic math, read manuals, write documents in prescribed formats, present information, and understand complex multi-step written and oral instructions.
Knowledge of child development stages and learning styles, including age-appropriate activities.
Ability to schedule activities, gather data, and prioritize.
Ability to work with a wide diversity of individuals and a variety of data, and to use job-related equipment.
Strong problem-solving skills, including identifying issues and creating action plans.
Ability to adapt, maintain confidentiality, work as part of a team, and work amid constant interruptions.
Ability to communicate with diverse groups.
Adequate manual dexterity to write legibly and perform required computer duties.
Adequate visual acuity to read, interpret, and transcribe written material.
Normal range of hearing and clear speaking abilities to interact with others in person and by telephone.
Ability to perform some stooping, bending, and stretching; occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds; and prolonged sitting.
Ability to physically assist with student evacuation during emergencies.

Responsibilities

Adapt classroom activities, assignments, and materials to support classroom goals and objectives.
Administer classroom assignments to support teachers in the instructional process.
Help individual students and small groups with lesson assignments and reinforce learning concepts and academic goals.
Communicate with teachers to assist with evaluating student progress and implementing classroom objectives.
Maintain classroom equipment, work areas, and manual and electronic files and records.
Monitor students in settings such as classrooms, playgrounds, and field trips to provide a safe and positive learning environment.
Perform clerical tasks, including laminating, making posters and copies, preparing bulletin boards and newsletters, and filing.
Report observations and incidents involving students to appropriate instructional or administrative personnel.
Prepare and maintain accurate records.
May assist students with changing diapers, sanitary napkins, or clothing; feeding; and personal care such as wiping noses or drool, hand washing, and body care.
Perform other duties as assigned.
May periodically work outside normal business hours, including weekends, to meet business needs and deadlines.
Be able to physically assist in evacuating students during emergencies.