Paraprofessional, Instructional (900000909)

Marietta City Schools • Marietta, GA

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About The Position

The Instructional Paraprofessional at Marietta City Schools supports classroom teachers and the principal by assisting in various educational tasks and ensuring a conducive learning environment for students. This role involves working closely with students, preparing instructional materials, and maintaining classroom management under the guidance of certified staff.

Requirements

• Completion of 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours of postsecondary coursework through an accredited school; or
• Completion of an Associate's Degree through an accredited school; or
• Have a passing score on the Parapro Assessment acceptable in Georgia.
• Ability to work successfully with school personnel, parents, students and community members.
• Ability to be patient and flexible.
• Good communication skills.
• Demonstrates professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Assists teacher with programs of study: small group, large group, individualized and remedial/acceleration.
• Assists in preparing instructional materials.
• Performs clerical duties (word processing, copying, filing, etc.).
• Procures, sets-up, operates, and returns instructional equipment.
• Helps prepare and supervise work areas.
• Assists in the supervision of students on the playground, in the cafeteria, in the hallways, in the bathrooms and other pertinent areas.
• Assists in the supervision of students on field trips and other off-campus sites as needed.
• Acts as a substitute teacher in the absence of teacher or substitute teacher.
• Assists in cleaning and setting up of classroom.
• Assists with classroom management and data collection.
• Serves on school committees and assists with school functions.
• Assists in the supervision of ISS classrooms.
• Collects money and keeps accurate records as needed for various school functions.
• Assists with instructional technology as needed.
• Assists in preparation and collection of testing materials and serves as test proctor.
• Assists with the supervision of students during emergency procedures and drills.
• Assists in preparing for parent conferences.
• Assists students with special needs, including basic needs like feeding and toileting.
• Maintains confidentiality of information regarding students and the program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
• Education Level: Associate degree