Paraeducator, Science

Howard County Public School System • Perryton, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is seeking a Paraeducator for Science. This position works under the general supervision of the principal or assistant principal and with direct supervision from a science department head/certified teacher. The role involves working with groups of students in the science laboratory and performing clerical duties as assigned. Performance is evaluated periodically. This is a 10-month per year position.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED Equivalent (must scan and upload diploma or official transcript to online application).
• Education completed outside the United States must be evaluated by an MSDE approved organization.
• For Title I Schoolwide Program Schools: High School Diploma/GED Equivalent and a passing score on the ParaPro Assessment, OR 48 college credits or more from an accredited college or university.
• Basic knowledge of recordkeeping methods.
• Ability to learn and follow science safety regulations.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions for setting up science laboratory activities and maintaining science equipment and supplies.
• Ability to follow directions from the teacher, which may include reinforcing instruction presented by the teacher.
• Ability to monitor small, as well as large, groups of students.
• Ability to discuss individual student progress with teachers.
• Ability to discuss problems affecting student progress with the assigned teacher.
• Ability to demonstrate strong human relations skills.
• Ability to have strong, positive communication and interaction skills when dealing with staff, students, administrators, parents, and/or the community.
• Ability to attend professional development sessions.
• Ability to coordinate daily activities or schedule.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to a variety of situations.
• Ability to remain calm under trying circumstances.
• Ability to maintain a system for keeping track of requested actions and reports.
• Ability to count money accurately and prepare it for bank deposit.
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or carry 50-75 pounds with assistance.
• Physical ability to work around children including standing and sitting, in a chair and/or on the floor, for extended periods of time.
• Physical ability to complete bending, pushing/pulling, walking, running, kneeling, twisting, squatting, crouching, overhead and above shoulder reaching movements.
• Must be able to use hands and fingers to operate standard office as well as student devices/equipment or classroom equipment.
• Must be able to actively monitor and respond to students who elope from the classroom, school building, or other emergency situations, including the ability to move quickly towards students who may elope from an assigned area.
• Requires visual acuity to read and write printed materials and observe the activities of children.
• Ability to hear, with or without use of hearing aid(s), sufficient to hear any conversation with others.
• The person selected for this position must meet all requirements of the physical examination administered by a medical service selected by the Howard County Department of Education.
• Must be able to accommodate a flexible schedule and change of location, as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with students in a K-12 setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepares science laboratories for students.
• Ensures adequate equipment and supplies.
• Implements appropriate safety and chemical control measures.
• Assists in the supervision of student laboratory assistants.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.
• Paid time off (information found in the negotiated agreement).
• Membership in the Maryland State Retirement Agency (MSRA) pension plan is mandatory (7% annual contribution).
• Additional pay for working in Title I Program Schools ($0.50 per hour).
• Additional pay for General Education Paraeducators ($0.30 per hour).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED