Paraprofessional - Afterschool Program
About The Position
The Paraprofessional works under general supervision to provide instructional and personal services to students with physical, mental, and/or developmental delays. The role may involve supporting students with specialized needs, including those requiring personal and health care. The Paraprofessional monitors and records student behavior and performance and assists the instructor with classroom responsibilities. This is a part-time position of approximately 20 hours per week. The position supports classroom and program operations by preparing instructional materials, helping students individually and in small groups with material previously presented by the instructor, maintaining classroom order, organizing resources and displays, and performing clerical and recordkeeping duties. The Paraprofessional may assist with personal hygiene and other student needs, participate in early childhood development programs and events, and help with transportation needs, which may require appropriate driving certifications. Additional duties may be assigned as needed. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, mathematics, and classroom instruction. Employees must meet the instructional-assistance requirements either by holding an associate degree or higher or by having the knowledge and ability to assist with instruction in reading, writing, and mathematics. One year of experience working with school-age children in an organized education, health, childcare, or other structured setting, or related experience, is required. Employment is subject to successful reference and background checks.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Proficiency in reading, writing, mathematics, and classroom instruction.
- Meet the instructional-assistance requirements either by holding an associate degree or higher or by having the knowledge and ability to assist with instruction in reading, writing, and mathematics.
- One year of experience working with school-age children in an organized education, health, childcare, or other structured setting, or related experience.
- Knowledge of basic child development and child guidance; emergency, first aid, and health care techniques; classroom procedures and equipment; instructional methods; children's needs and behavior; safe methods for lifting and moving children with physical limitations; personal hygiene; emergency procedures; physical management of special education students; English usage; conflict resolution; classroom and playground safety; and oral and written communication.
- Ability to assist with instruction, reinforce lessons for individuals and small groups, and supervise and discipline students according to approved policies and procedures.
- Ability to lift children in and out of school buses, wheelchairs, braces, and other orthopedic equipment.
- Ability to provide appropriate examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude, and guidance, and to demonstrate patience and receptiveness toward children with special needs.
- Ability to follow the assigned teacher's classroom-management style and assist the teacher in responding to student emergencies.
- Ability to work independently with minimal direction, follow oral and written directions, and learn instructional-environment procedures.
- Ability to assist parents and staff courteously and promptly, maintain confidentiality, and communicate clearly in writing and orally.
Responsibilities
- Help operate a school class and supervise students under the direct supervision of the instructor.
- Prepare classroom and instructional materials as assigned by the instructor.
- Assist students individually and in small groups with material previously presented by the instructor.
- Organize reference and resource materials and classroom displays.
- Take roll and maintain attendance records as needed.
- Maintain order in the classroom or on the playground.
- Operate audiovisual equipment and/or office machines as needed.
- Provide services to students with specialized needs, including assistance with personal and health care, personal hygiene, and other needs.
- Maintain a clean and orderly learning environment.
- Set up work areas, displays, and exhibits.
- Perform general clerical duties and maintain records in support of an instructor.
- Participate in special programs and events aimed at early childhood development.
- Assist with children's transportation needs, including obtaining appropriate driving certifications if required.
- Assist in other program areas and perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Pension plan after meeting eligibility criteria
- Paid sick time
- Training and development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
