K5 Paraeducator

School District of Lancaster•Wharton Es, PA

About The Position

The K5 Paraeducator assists in creating a nurturing educational environment that supports children's academic, social, and emotional growth. The role supports the teacher and students through individual and small-group assistance, preparation and organization of learning materials, supervision in school settings, and help with student and parent needs. The position is for the school year and reports to the Principal, Assistant Principal, or designee.

Requirements

Associate degree, or a high school diploma/G.E.D. with evidence of education or testing requirements according to PDE guidelines.
Bilingual ability is required for ELL and Dual Immersion positions.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to take initiative and creatively solve problems.
Ability to work independently and as a team member.
Ability to demonstrate customer service skills and professionalism.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to operate a computer and applicable software and devices.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
Ability to support a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Nice To Haves

First Aid/CPR certification.
Experience working with students.

Responsibilities

Assist children individually and in small groups as directed by the teacher.
Help prepare educational materials and audio-visual aids and equipment.
Keep learning materials organized and easily accessible.
Maintain a safe and orderly environment for children.
Provide students with an appropriate level of assistance to complete assignments.
Help monitor lunchrooms, lavatories, playgrounds, corridors, and stairwells.
Accompany students to and from locations within the building as assigned.
Help monitor students entering and leaving the building.
Assist assigned students, including students requiring ambulatory support such as walkers, crutches, or wheelchairs, when boarding and leaving the bus.
Assist with student and parent needs.
Report incidents and serious discipline problems to the principal or designee and help provide support.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Distribute and collect educational materials as required.
Help maintain child accounting records as needed.
Make and answer phone calls as directed by the teacher or supervisor.
Assist with the kindergarten screening process.
Participate in ongoing professional development.