Paraprofessional - Pre-K

RCSD • Rochester, NY

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About The Position

The Paraprofessional assists the Pre-kindergarten Teacher in providing an individualized, child-centered learning experience in a preschool classroom. Working with the classroom team, the paraprofessional helps create a welcoming environment for parents and families and may supervise students. The role includes hygienic support for students; an additional hourly stipend is provided for toileting duties. The position reports to the School Principal or a designated administrator, receives ongoing direct supervision from the school principal or administrator, and indirect supervision from the Early Childhood Department. The work schedule is 32.5 hours per week. The hourly pay range is $17.00 to $18.30.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Willingness to extend knowledge and understanding of child development and appropriate practices for young children.
• Experience working with urban families from diverse racial, social, ethnic, and educational backgrounds.
• Willingness to provide a warm, nurturing environment for young children.
• Acceptance and understanding of preschool children and their families.
• Ability to work in a cooperative team atmosphere.
• Ability to model appropriate expressive and receptive language skills.
• Ability to model and assist students in developing self-help skills, including hygiene, independent feeding, and dressing skills.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience with children in a professional setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Pre-kindergarten Teacher in maintaining a safe, healthy learning environment.
• Work with the Pre-kindergarten Teacher to provide a child-centered, individualized curriculum.
• Observe and record children’s growth and development as requested by the Pre-kindergarten Teacher.
• Participate in staff development sessions.
• Confer daily with the Pre-kindergarten Teacher about best practices and programs for each child and parent.
• Pursue opportunities for continuing professional growth.
• Share responsibility for the ongoing development and functioning of a cohesive educational team.
• Share responsibility for cleaning and maintaining the preschool classroom.
• Complete other tasks as requested by the Pre-kindergarten Teacher.
• Provide hygienic support for students, including toileting duties.

Benefits

• Additional hourly stipend for toileting duties.

What This Job Offers

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