Instructional Paraprofessional (PT) Reading Acceleration

Farmington Public Schools•Farmington, CT

7d•Onsite

About The Position

West District Elementary School is seeking an Instructional Reading Paraprofessional for 5 hours per day, 160 days school year. The instructional paraprofessional provides a variety of instructional services and classroom support to staff and students. This includes carrying out teacher prepared lesson plans and supervising teacher-planned activities, assisting in the preparation of materials for instruction, and recording individual progress of students. Paraprofessionals work under the direction of classroom teachers / case managers.

Requirements

Candidate should hold an Associate's degree or 2 years of college credit or its equivalent (i.e. ParaPro Assessment).
Candidate should demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain a good rapport with students and possess a personable relationship with teachers.
Ability to carry out directions in both oral and written form.
Various life/work experiences that contribute to the candidate's overall preparedness.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred.
Prior experience working with school age children is a plus.

Responsibilities

Tutoring/ instruction under the direction of classroom teacher
Supporting students during classroom group work
Modifying instructional materials
Assisting students with technology
Helping students maintain focus and engagement
Observing and collecting data on student progress
Organizing data and writing notes / summaries
Giving feedback on student work / behavior
Monitor hallways, study halls
Reinforce school-wide behavioral expectations
Follow student behavior plans
Scheduling activities
Copying, stapling, etc.
Handling records and student information in a confidential manner
Complete all assigned mandated training programs
May be asked to provide medical or personal care / hygiene which may require lifting up to 50 pounds
Performs other related duties as assigned