Paraprofessional 33 FT DVS

Archway Programs•Trenton, NJ

43d•$28,000 - $40,000•Onsite

About The Position

The general function of the department : To service children with special needs during the regular ten month school year, and during the extended school year in July & August. The primary purpose of this position: The paraprofessional is a non-certified staff member who does not hold the position of teacher, but assists the classroom teacher under the guidance of a teacher and the building principal. Sometimes paraprofessionals serve as teacher assistants, one-to-one aides (assigned to individual students), or they perform school-related clerical duties. The paraprofessional provides appropriate and consistent service to students, helping to implement educational activities, as well as offering emotional, social, and behavioral development.

Requirements

high school diploma or GED required
zero experience
Prior experience in a child-centered environment preferred

Nice To Haves

associates degree
60 college credits

Responsibilities

Assists teacher in monitoring of students' academic work and behavioral performance
Contributes input during parent conferences
Performs classroom and school-related clerical duties as needed
Maintains accurate records; attendance, behavior modification points, lunch counts
Cleans and decorates classroom; designs monthly bulletin boards
Assists students during arrival and dismissal from school
Supervises students while moving throughout the building, around campus and during assigned school activities
Attends all staff meetings, in-services and orientations
Attends annual “Handle with Care” and “Crisis Prevention Institute” trainings
Responsible for all miscellaneous duties as assigned by the teacher or principal
Develops an annual Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) approved by the principal
Earns annual certification in CPR/AED