General Education Paraprofessional - Kindergarten

Richmond Community School District•Richmond, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The General Education Paraprofessional serves as an instructional aide in a kindergarten classroom under the supervision of teachers and the building administrator. The role directly supports the teacher with daily instructional and non-instructional activities and student management. The position is at Will L. Lee Elementary School and reports to the Building Administrator. Hours are 9:50 a.m.–1:50 p.m. on full school days and 8:50 a.m.–12:50 p.m. on early-release days. Pay is pursuant to the PARA contract. The paraprofessional supports students’ educational needs, follows classroom procedures and teacher direction, assists with behavioral support and student supervision, and completes required records and forms. The employee is responsible for students’ safety, well-being, and work output while performing assigned duties.

Requirements

High school graduate; must provide high school transcripts.
Able to implement strategies that support student independence.
Able to follow data-collection information to support functional behavioral assessment.
Exceptional knowledge and skills in working with student behavior management.
Demonstrable skills and prior experience following a health care plan, if needed.
Ability to read, analyze, and comprehend instructions, professional journals, correspondence, and other information.
Ability to communicate clearly orally and in writing, present information, respond to questions, and write objective notes for families, outside agencies, and others.
Ability to apply basic math, algebra, and geometry concepts consistent with the job duties.
Ability to solve practical problems, define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based instructions.
Professionalism, sound judgment, discretion with confidential information, planning skills, and a flexible attitude.
Ability to take initiative, build rapport with others, work collaboratively with diverse groups, and communicate effectively as a team member.
Ability to integrate technology into daily work and maintain proficiency with district technology.
Ability to use a PC or Mac in a networked environment, the Internet, and electronic communication tools.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office productivity applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software.
Ability to accurately use district-wide electronic reporting systems.
Ability to regularly lift 40 pounds individually.

Responsibilities

Follow the teacher’s instructions regarding classroom procedures, reinforcement, philosophy, and consistency.
Assist the classroom teacher in supporting students’ educational needs.
Assist with loading and unloading students on buses, if needed.
Assist with behavior management programs and techniques, including breaks and behavior charts.
Help students de-escalate challenging situations using calm, respectful, and consistent approaches; recognize potential behavioral concerns and use proactive strategies to prevent escalation.
Supervise students during non-classroom activities, including recess and lunch, and when the teacher is not present.
Demonstrate understanding of students’ problems and implement prescribed behavioral management programs.
Manage required forms and records, including clear, concise, objective notes about instructional-day activities.
Implement student plans simultaneously and report factual information to the teacher.
Use positive behavior-support intervention techniques and make reasonable student-focused decisions autonomously.
Use district electronic reporting systems for attendance, Medicaid logging, lunch count, and related tasks.
Perform other duties assigned to support students’ educational needs and plans.