PARA PROFESSIONAL - Pre-K at Oldham

East Providence School Department•East Providence, RI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Para Professional/Pre-Kindergarten shall assist the teacher with all children, which may require an unusual amount of patience, empathy, flexibility, and the development of an effective relationship with children. He/she must be able to provide support to the teacher and to students in a manner that improves the overall quality of education in the classroom.

Requirements

Experience working with young children.
Good oral communication skills.
Current valid certification in pediatric CPR and First Aid or get training within two (2) months of accepting the position.
Meets all current requirements for Para Professional Certification as defined by the Rhode Island Department of Education.
Must complete Rhode Island Early Learning and Development Standards Course.
Must complete 20 hours of professional development each year.
Must participate in any required RIDE professional development.
Ability to use age and developmentally appropriate instructional procedure and reinforcement techniques.
Exhibits sensitivity and understanding of individuals and cultural differences.
Respects confidentiality.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Knowledge of general office equipment.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to learn adaptive technology.
Good organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Perform under the teacher’s supervision and direction in all areas of school activities and instruction.
Assist the teacher with implementing the curriculum.
Assist the teacher with setting up learning activities.
Assist the children with classroom activities.
Work individually or with small groups of children.
Accompany children to special classes (art, music, physical education).
Assist children during breakfast, lunch and snack.
Help maintain a clean and organized classroom.
Ensure sanitation of all surfaces, equipment, and materials.
Accompany children to the bathroom.
Supervise outdoor activities.
Assist with dismissal procedures.
Actively play with students in classroom and during outdoor learning.
Able to sit in small chairs and on the floor.
Able to lift furniture (i.e. cots, tables).