Paraprofessional Pre-Kindergarten Ruth Ann Monroe Primary School

Washington County Public Schools (MD) • Hagerstown, MD

30d • $19 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

To assist in achieving instructional objectives by working with the individual student or small groups of students.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Meets Highly Qualified status (A.A. Degree, 48 credit hours, or have successfully passed the Paraprofessional Praxis Test).
• Two (2) years' experience in school setting or working with children or combination of education and experience totaling two years.
• Regular and predictable attendance which is an essential function of this position.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.

Nice To Haves

• Competency with fundamental language and math skills.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work harmoniously with staff, students, and community.
• Training and experience working with populations relevant to the assigned school.

Responsibilities

• Assist with instructional activities.
• Assist in maintaining classroom organization and a positive learning environment.
• Assist with the use of classroom equipment and materials.
• Assist with the supervision and management of students during instructional and/or non-instructional activities.
• Assist with providing information regarding child development and parenting skills to parents/child care providers in a variety of school-related settings including home and community.
• Provide support with individualized programs.
• Help students master equipment or instructional materials assigned by the teacher.
• Guide independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work set up and assigned by the teacher.
• Read to students, listen to students read, and participate in other forms of oral communication with students.
• Assist with physical care and physical management of students as needed and appropriate.
• Maintain the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of fully licensed teachers.
• Demonstrate courteous and professional demeanor to all stakeholders of Washington County Public Schools.
• Communicate and interact with students, parents, staff, and community.
• Other duties as requested.

Benefits

• Employee Benefits Summary

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees