Full Time Paraprofessional

Moorestown Township Public Schools•Moorestown, NJ

28d•$16 - $25

About The Position

The Paraprofessional position assists the certified staff members in creating a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal, social-emotional, behavioral and intellectual development of all students. This position is an integral part of the educational team because of the support given to the students to promote achievement and success while in school.

Requirements

High School Diploma or above.
Demonstrated ability to work successfully with children and adults.
Ability to perform assigned duties. Ability to work collaboratively and follow directions.
Understanding of child growth and development as applied to the diverse needs of students.
Knowledge and ability to use technology and related software.
Good interpersonal skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Proficient in software applications related to role, including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Google Suite, Frontline, and Genesis Employee Portal and Student Information System
Able to pass the criminal history review and S414
N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), requires employees of all school boards to reside in the State of New Jersey unless otherwise exempted under the law.

Responsibilities

Supports and assists the classroom teacher in the use of all print and electronic materials for instruction.
Provides academic assistance to students under the direction of the classroom teacher.
Provide prompting, cueing, and redirecting student participation to the tasks assigned.
Helps students who are absent or who need additional assistance with work assignments.
Works with individual children or small groups in re-teaching, reinforcing and reviewing after the teacher(s) has (have) provided the initial instruction.
Supports the teacher(s) disciplinary strategies and monitors the classroom if the teacher leaves for brief periods.
Provides direct assistance to classroom teachers in maintaining a neat, orderly classroom and assisting in programs such as health/physical education and related arts.
Adapt to classroom activities and assignments to serve the purpose of reinforcing classroom objectives.
Arranges and supervises indoor and outdoor activities.
Attends meetings and training programs as required by the Principal.
Observe students for changes in behavior or physical health and report observations to the teacher.
Performs clerical duties including taking attendance, typing, copying and keeping records of non-confidential data.
Assists in activities of self-care for students.
Monitors behavior of students in the lunchroom.
Ensure all activities conform to building and district guidelines
Maintain confidentiality specific to students and families
Assist with supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, lunch and/or field trips as assigned.Willingness to support students with behavior plan that may include such actions as biting, hitting, punching.
Prepares bulletin boards.
Must be physically able to bend and lift to assist students with toileting, feeding and ambulating skills as needed.
May assist in maintaining decorum in the cafeteria, playground, study halls, gym, and locker rooms.
Supervises children to and from the buses as required.
Performs other duties and tasks as assigned by the principal or designee.