Paraprofessional - Special Education

Rochester City School District • Rochester, NY

14h • $17 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

This is an important position in which the incumbent performs a variety of tasks with the objective of assisting the educational programs which benefit Rochester City School District students, Grades Pre-K-12. Responsibilities may include supervision of students. Reports to School Principal or his/her designated administrator. Does related work as required. A completed Monroe County Civil Service application must be attached to your application. Working hours vary by grade level. Pre-K: 32.5 hours/week, Elementary: 30 hours/week, Secondary: 35 hours/week, East Lower and East Upper: 37.5 hours.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of a school environment
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to provide instructions that students can comprehend
• Ability to work well with students, school personnel, and public
• Ability to maintain records
• Patience
• Dependability
• Good judgment
• Tact
• Health commensurate with the demands of the position.
• A high school education diploma or GED is required.

Nice To Haves

• One (1) year of experience with children in a professional setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with supervision of students during study hall periods.
• Supervise students for brief periods to provide teachers with unassigned times.
• Assist with supervision of students in school corridors.
• Act as liaison between school, home and community agencies.
• Assist classroom teachers in the following tasks which may include, but are not limited to: Proctoring/administration of tests; Supervision of students on playgrounds; Behavior management; Preparation of instructional support materials; Reading stories; Collecting and arranging resources for teaching; Assisting students in performing activities initiated by the teacher; Assisting students who missed instruction due to absence; Listening to oral readings by students; Conducting small group activities; Correcting homework and workbooks; Assisting students with writing assignments; Preparation of instructional support materials; Providing small group or individual assistance with remediation and/or acceleration activities; Assist in arrival and dismissal of students in or outside of the school building.
• Toileting assistance may be required. Additional hourly stipend for toileting duties is provided.

What This Job Offers

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