ED PARA,BASIC,NC,NON-TITLE I
About The Position
Under direct supervision, this position provides staff support in an educational or child care environment by assisting teachers and students. The paraprofessional works with children individually or in small groups, providing basic instruction in reading, writing, math, spelling, art, and other education-related activities. The role also leads and supervises developmentally appropriate activities as directed by assigned teachers. Essential functions are performed according to the needs of the assigned teacher, and related work may be directed as needed. The position supports classroom instruction, student supervision and behavior, learning activities, preparation of materials, classroom records, and use of instructional technology. Duties may vary by assignment and may include monitoring students in locations such as hallways, lunchrooms, restrooms, buses, and labs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Demonstrated basic mathematical and reading skills.
- Ability to fulfill the dexterity and physical requirements of the work.
- Ability to effectively attend to the needs of school-age children.
- Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Nice To Haves
- Previous vocational training or work experience in a licensed child care environment.
- Passing score on the Para Assessment, an associate's degree, or 60 completed semester credits may qualify candidates for a higher hourly rate in a certified position; evidence must be provided.
Responsibilities
- Monitor children's activities and behavior, including when classroom teachers are absent, to support student safety and appropriate conduct.
- Assist teachers in supervising classroom learning activities and provide students with learning support.
- Provide instruction prescribed by the supervising teacher and reinforce skills using constructive activities such as games and stories.
- Help check and objectively evaluate student work; teach individuals and small groups according to instructional guidelines.
- Help manage student behavior, maintain classroom order, reinforce school and classroom rules, and escort students when needed.
- Assist with lesson plans, teacher pre-planning, classroom activities, and learning tools.
- Assist in assessing students' math and communication skills, monitor progress, notify teachers of learning deficiencies, and document learning activities and diagnoses.
- Prepare or assist in preparing instructional materials and perform support tasks such as copying, laminating, typing correspondence, and filing.
- Coordinate with media center staff for classroom learning resources and set up instructional equipment.
- Help prepare bulletin boards, classroom decorations, and displays of student activities.
- Prepare instructional reports and required forms, schedules, and data; maintain attendance records and assign student seating.
- Maintain accurate and complete student records, including entering scores and other data using a computer terminal when required.
- Perform assigned monitoring duties, including hallway, lunchroom, restroom, and bus duty; escort students to designated activities.
- Assist teachers and students in assigned labs and, when applicable, translate lesson plans and other information to improve student understanding.
- Keep current with job-related technology and attend district-supported training as needed.
- Maintain timely and accurate information as part of job responsibilities.
- Perform related duties as directed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
