Paraeducator - Basic

Polk County Public Schools•Winter Haven, FL

12h

About The Position

This position assists schools with specialized services and supports the care and well-being of students. Duties are performed under the general supervision of supervisors or teachers. Performance is evaluated through observation and may also be reviewed through periodic conferences, critiques, records, and reports. The paraeducator may support instruction and students in a variety of situations and programs, prepare instructional materials, provide classroom assistance, and use technology to enhance instruction and complete assigned tasks. Specialized duties may include home visits; student health and hygiene care; interpretation of speech or languages; operation of adaptive equipment; and physical assistance to students or adults with impairments. Travel between sites using personal transportation may be required. The role also includes attending necessary meetings and in-service training, serving on committees, learning the policies and procedures of the assigned work site, and providing clerical assistance when needed. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school or completion of a GED.
At least 60 college credit hours, an associate degree or higher from an accredited school, or a passing score on the Para Pro exam.
Sincere interest in educating and working with young people.
Ability to understand written and oral instructions; speak and write coherently; keep records and prepare simple reports; and work cooperatively and professionally with school personnel and parents.
Special abilities may be required for specialized paraprofessional positions.
Ability to lift, carry, move, or position objects frequently weighing up to 20 pounds and infrequently weighing 40 pounds or more, with help as necessary.
Personal transportation between work sites may be required.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual/biliterate ability is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with services for schools and support the care and well-being of students.
Reinforce or supervise student instruction in various situations and programs.
Prepare instructional materials as assigned.
Provide classroom assistance when assigned to a classroom or classroom extension.
Use technology to enhance instruction and assist with assigned tasks.
Perform specialized duties as required, such as home visits, student health and hygiene care, interpretation, operation of adaptive equipment, and physical assistance to individuals with impairments.
Provide clerical assistance to the assigned supervisor when needed.
Attend meetings and in-service training and serve on committees as necessary.
Become acquainted with the philosophies, policies, procedures, equipment, and work site where assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.