Instructional Paraprofessional (PT) Reading Acceleration

Farmington Public Schools • Farmington, CT

11d • 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.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Various life/work experiences that contribute to the candidate's overall preparedness.
• Prior experience working with school age children is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supporting Instruction: 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
• Documentation and Data: Understanding students' goals and individual needs, Observing and collecting data on student progress, Organizing data and writing notes / summaries, Giving feedback on student work / behavior
• Student Management: Monitor hallways, study halls, Reinforce school-wide behavioral expectations, Follow student behavior plans
• Clerical: Scheduling activities, Copying, stapling, etc.
• Other: 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

Benefits

• Life Insurance
• 5 sick days
• 3 personal days
• 4 paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree