Instructional Support Paraeducator Desert Canyon MS (329052)

Scottsdale USD 48•Scottsdale, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under direction of a certified teacher, instructs students and adapts curriculum to meet needs of students. Duties include: administering tests and assessments; monitors students’ IEP progress; and documents behavior, progress, and results of student activities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or G.E.D.
One year of educational or clerical experience
Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of employment.
Valid Department of Public Safety (DPS) Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card (FPCC)
Basic first aid knowledge
Basic mathematical skills knowledge
Customer service principles knowledge
Computer operations knowledge
Classroom operations and activities knowledge
Skill in monitoring and assisting children with activities
Skill in using office equipment
Skill in dealing patiently with children
Skill in maintaining order, discipline, and interest of children
Skill in performing routine mathematical calculations
Skill in providing customer service
Skill in utilizing a computer and related software applications
Skill in interpreting and applying applicable laws, rules, and regulations
Skill in preparing simple memos, letters, and/or other related written correspondence
Skill in reading and interpreting routine information from schedules, memos, and/or other written documentation
Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Nice To Haves

60 hours of secondary education or successful completion of the Paraprofessional test (for Title Schools)

Responsibilities

Assists teacher by helping with classroom instruction and working with children during instructional activities.
Assists in modifying classroom and homework for students requiring modifications.
May assist in planning and implementing field trips for the purpose of reinforcing classroom objectives.
Provides one-on-one and/or group tutoring assistance to students in a variety of curricular areas as needed.
Monitors children’s behavior inside and outside of the classroom.
Escorts students to areas on campus.
Assists with clean-up and other related tasks following daily activities.
Prepares classroom for activities, including organizing assignments and/or preparing homework folders.
Assists with grading papers.
Attends a variety of in-service training sessions and other related meetings.
Participates in testing students in a variety of areas, including academic and social progress.
Enters and updates student information in applicable computer programs.
Participates in maintaining classroom bulletin boards and displays; maintains materials and supplies; contacts parents; and makes copies.
Performs other duties as assigned.