Paraprofessional - Title I

Allegan Public Schools•Allegan, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide instructional support in a program supported with Title I, Part A funds, either in a school-wide program or directly under a target-assisted program. This role involves supporting students with academic tasks in Tier 2 reading and math intervention, communicating effectively with staff, students, and parents, and working collaboratively within a team structure with all learners. The paraprofessional will assist teachers in reinforcing instruction, complementing and supplementing instructional activities, and providing direct instructional support services under the supervision of a teacher. Attendance at Title I-related Professional Staff Development Activities is also required, with approval from the Building Principal. Additionally, the role includes assisting teachers in proctoring state assessments and accurately completing time and effort logs documenting daily activities.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent is required.
Applicants MUST be "Highly Qualified" as required under NCLB – this requires 60 or more college credits or a passing score of 460 on the ETS Parapro Assessment.
Demonstrated competency in writing, math, reading, etc.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in childcare preferred.

Responsibilities

Support students with academic tasks in Tier 2 reading and math intervention.
Communicate effectively with staff, students and parents.
Work well within a team structure.
Work with all learners.
Initiate communications with teachers, and the building principal regarding student progress.
Provide instructional assistance in a computer laboratory.
Reinforce instruction by assisting the teacher in administering drill activities for individuals or small groups.
Complement instructional activities, such as assisting the teacher during the lesson by helping students who may need additional support with instruction.
Supplement instruction by assisting the teacher with individuals or small groups of pupils on follow-up activities as specified.
Provide instructional support services under the supervision of a teacher.
Attend Title I-related Professional Staff Development Activities -- with approval from the Building Principal.
Assist teachers in proctoring state assessments (M-STEP) in a classroom/lab setting.
Accurately complete time and effort logs documenting daily activities noting specific activities and students being supported.
Other duties may be assigned.