Paraprofessional

Teach Georgia • Claxton, GA

24d

About The Position

To assist the teacher of exceptional students, students with handicaps, or students with medically fragile conditions in performing assigned tasks in support of a quality educational program.

Requirements

• Associates Degree or higher or sixty semester hours of college credit from an accredited educational institution or passing score on the Paraprofessional Assessment (Georgia Assessments for the Certification of Educators)
• Training or experience in working with handicapped children
• Valid Paraprofessional Certificate issued by Georgia Professional Standards Commission
• Skill in working with handicapped or exceptional children.
• Ability to relate to and work with students and adults in a positive manner.
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
• Possess basic English and mathematics skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic knowledge of technology and ability to apply knowledge to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Ability to perform clerical tasks.
• Planning and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of operation of office and audio-visual equipment.
• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues.
• Ability to perform specialized health procedures after required training.
• Ability to deal with the unexpected in a calm and professional manner.
• Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.

Responsibilities

• Assists the teacher(s) in preparing materials and equipment for direct instructional activity, including locating, copying, collating, distributing and /or grouping materials supporting instructional activities pre-planned by the teacher.
• Schedules space for specialized instructional programs and coordinate the arrangement of equipment, desk, table, chairs, activity area and the like.
• Examines short- and long-term unit plans prepared by the teacher and anticipate the need for specific supplies and materials.
• Follows appropriate training and lead small group activities planned by the teacher in an atmosphere where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.
• Assists the teacher in preparing for changing curriculum to meet the needs of students with diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, learning styles and special needs.
• Maintains a clean and orderly environment for students.
• Assists in the implementation of appropriate student behavior management techniques.
• Remains calm when dealing with severe behaviors such as biting, spitting, hitting, kicking, pinching, and screaming.
• Manages time efficiently.
• Provides student supervision as assigned.
• Assists in implementing individual behavior intervention plans.
• Assists in maintaining the security of records, materials and equipment.
• Assists the teacher in the enforcement of classroom rules and the maintenance of appropriate records.
• Assists in assessing student progress as directed, including proctoring the administration of tests, grading papers and maintaining confidential records.
• Assists in evaluating program effectiveness and seek and suggest ways of continuous improvement.
• Assists as assigned in the collection of assessment data from a variety of sources and in compiling and organizing data for review by the teacher.
• Assists the teacher in completing requirements for grade reporting, scheduling conferences and recording results.
• Provides instructional assistance as planned or coordinated by the teacher or administrator.
• Assists students with personal hygiene, health and safety issues or grooming if required.
• Uses classroom management techniques conducive to an effective classroom environment.
• Performs assigned clerical and bookkeeping duties.
• Performs health procedures (medication administration, tube feeding, toileting, diapering, etc.) as assigned after completing required training.
• Communicates effectively with the public, staff members, students, parents, administrators and other contact persons using tact and good judgment.
• Follows attendance, punctuality and proper dress rules.
• Ensures adherence to good safety standards.
• Lifts, or assists in lifting, non-mobile students.
• Assists with lunch, snack, and feeding.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.
• Models and maintain high ethical standards.
• Demonstrates initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
• Participates successfully in the training programs offered to increase skill and proficiency related to assignment and the procedures use with handicapped or exceptional students.
• Keeps supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
• Exhibits interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member.
• Performs other tasks consistent with goals and objectives that suppo

Benefits

• Salary and benefits shall be paid according to system's approved salary schedule.
• All full-time employees (at least 24 hours per week on a continuing basis and employment must be expected to last at least nine months) are eligible for health insurance.
• All teachers employed in professionally certificated capacity, provided he or she works half -time or more (but not less than 18 hours a week) and is not considered a temporary employee, emergency employee, or retired employee are eligible for health insurance.
• Any non-Teacher Retirement System (TRS) eligible employee will have a FICA deduction.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: Associate degree