Paraprofessional (General)
About The Position
The Paraprofessional is a school-based position focused on student development and academic success. Working alongside a teacher, the paraprofessional supports implementation of instructional programs and provides assistance in the classroom. The role includes reinforcing learning with individual students and small groups, supporting students with diverse learning needs, helping maintain a safe and inclusive environment, and assisting with classroom instruction and operations. The position is based in an office/school setting. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is evaluated using either COMPASS/LEADS or a NOLA-PS evaluation instrument, depending on applicable circumstances.
Requirements
- Meet at least one educational qualification: hold an associate degree from an accredited institution; pass the ETS ParaPro Assessment to be considered a highly qualified paraprofessional; or complete a minimum of 48 semester credit hours, equivalent to two years of full-time study.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, and staff.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience as a paraprofessional.
- Educational experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist the teacher in implementing lesson plans and instructional materials.
- Work with small groups or individual students to reinforce learning concepts introduced by the teacher.
- Provide additional support to students with diverse learning needs.
- Monitor and manage student behavior in classrooms, hallways, and other school settings.
- Assist students with transitions between activities and locations.
- Help ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all students.
- Assist the teacher in administering, scoring, and recording achievement and diagnostic tests.
- Implement programs under the direction of teachers.
- Operate audio-visual equipment and use a variety of learning materials.
- Evaluate student progress cooperatively with the teacher.
- Assist the teacher with required clerical and record-keeping duties.
- Help set up and arrange the classroom, materials, and bulletin boards.
- Operate and care for equipment used for instructional purposes in the classroom.
- Assist in preparing instructional materials.
- Participate in training and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Perform other duties as required.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
