Paraprofessional, Instructional (Part-Time) Temporary - ($17.50 per hour)
About The Position
This is a part-time, temporary paraprofessional position in a kindergarten classroom, beginning January 2027 and lasting for the second semester only. The role supports classroom teachers and other personnel with instruction, reinforces learning for individual students and small groups, and monitors student progress by collecting data and maintaining records. The schedule is 5.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday. The position is non-exempt and pays $17.50 per hour; wages are administered consistent with the negotiated agreement or board-adopted salary schedule. The position reports to the Building Principal.
Requirements
- An associate degree, completion of 48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours at an institution of higher learning, or demonstrated proficiency in assisting with reading, writing, and mathematics through a state- or locally approved competency test.
- Maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding student and staff information.
- Be committed to helping all children learn and assist students in reinforcing learning concepts.
- Be willing to participate in professional development and in-service training.
- Regular daily attendance is essential.
- Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness.
- Ability to work with diverse populations and handle situations with tact and diplomacy.
- Interact with internal and external customers in a friendly and professional manner.
- Have the manual dexterity, physical ability, and stamina for a full day of varied physical activity.
- Ability to walk, stand, bend, twist, balance, stoop, climb steps, and reach overhead.
- Knowledge of computers and ability to assist students with educational technology, including software.
Responsibilities
- Work with individual students or small groups to reinforce materials and skills introduced by certified staff.
- Model appropriate behaviors for students.
- Develop and maintain a professional rapport with the classroom teacher and other staff.
- Assist students at school arrival and dismissal.
- Supervise students during lunch and recess.
- Assist with grading and reviewing homework as instructed by the classroom teacher.
- Help teachers monitor student performance and progress by collecting data and maintaining records.
- Perform routine classroom management and maintenance duties.
- Organize and retrieve materials and organize schedules according to guidelines.
- Assist students with educational technology, including software.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
