(South Mountain) Paraprofessional (November Start)
About The Position
The Paraprofessional supports students and classroom teachers under the direction of the classroom teacher and the supervision of the assigned Campus Principal. The role provides instructional support, student supervision, and assistance in maintaining a safe and engaging learning environment. The Paraprofessional supports individual and small-group instruction, reinforces positive behavior, and helps with classroom routines, enrichment activities, instructional materials, recordkeeping, and classroom organization. The role may involve working one-to-one with students, including students with sensory, cognitive, emotional, and/or physical disabilities. The Paraprofessional helps students succeed academically, socially, and emotionally while enabling teachers to focus on instruction. Staff may be fingerprinted, and background checks are conducted before employees begin service.
Requirements
- Associate's Degree in Education, completion of 60 college credit hours, or Paraprofessional Certification.
- Documentation of an approved paraprofessional qualification through one of the following: ETS ParaPro Assessment (formerly Praxis ParaPro Assessment); ACT WorkKeys (Writing, Applied Mathematics, and Reading for Information); Master Teacher's ParaEducator PD Now! (formerly ParaEducator Learning Network).
- Work in a timely and efficient manner.
- Ability to relate to the public, staff, and students in a positive manner.
- Ability to use word processing on a PC computer.
- Possess or be able to obtain a current Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
- Valid CPR and First Aid Certification; certification must be tested and obtained through an in-person course.
Responsibilities
- Provide instruction and classroom management services under the direction and supervision of the classroom teacher.
- Provide instruction to individual students and small groups of students.
- Assist in developing and preparing instructional materials and training modules.
- Assist with establishing and reinforcing acceptable student behavior, attitudes, and social skills.
- Assist with student enrichment activities, including field trips, art, and recreation.
- Assist with recordkeeping for the instructional program and student records.
- Assist with the inventory and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
- Monitor and assist with transporting students to and from school and on field trips.
- Monitor and assist students during meal, recess, and dismissal periods.
- Maintain a schedule established by the supervising teacher and use activities and materials approved by that teacher.
- Work effectively with general and special education teachers.
- Supervise students as assigned by the principal.
- Assist with student testing administration and scoring.
- Assist classroom teachers with general cleanup and preparation.
- Attend in-service training and participate in staff development, faculty meetings, and special events as needed.
- Work one-to-one with students, including students with sensory, cognitive, emotional, and/or physical disabilities.
- Maintain confidentiality, personal organization, and timely submission of paperwork.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Full medical benefits
- Life insurance
- 401K retirement program
- Competitive salary
- Warm, caring, supportive work environment
- Opportunities to lead after-school clubs and programs
- Future growth opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
