Talented and Gifted (TAG) Paraprofessional

Academy School District 20•Colorado Springs, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists the teacher to achieve teaching objectives by working with individual students or small groups in order that the students learn effectively. This position addresses current student needs at the specified school. If the current program/school should experience a change in student needs, the individual filling this position may be required to change locations to another school where needs are demonstrated. This could occur at any time during the school year. The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.

Requirements

Ability to adapt to changing technologies and to learn functionality of new equipment and systems
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to create, access, input, retrieve, and manipulate information in various software systems
Ability to establish and maintain accurate record keeping, document management, and filing systems
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions including supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general public
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Ability to greet and interact with the public in a courteous and professional manner
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities
Ability to work independently without direct supervision
Commitment to the education of students as a primary responsibility
Communicates effectively with students and adults in a wide variety of settings
Computer proficiency including office productivity applications
Considerable knowledge of policies, procedures, and overall district functions
Demonstrated ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a team setting
Demonstrates citizenship, compassion, courage, discernment, excellence, honesty, hope, integrity, patience, perseverance, reliability, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness
Demonstrates effective organizational and time management skills
Detail-oriented
Energetic, creative, innovative, flexible
Excellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of office methods and procedures including appropriate telephone etiquette
Knowledge of Special Education, other educational programming, and associated legal requirements as related to the needs of the students assigned to the teacher
Promotes a positive climate, culture, and community
Strong organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skills
Student-centered and relationship-focused
Understanding of data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community
Willingness to participate in ongoing training as required
High school graduate -high school diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

Reports consistently for work as scheduled
Performs other duties as assigned
Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards
Assists in creating special displays, notices, and brochures for teacher
Assists in preparation, production, and maintenance of materials and equipment as assigned
Assists individual students in performing activities instructed by a teacher
Assists students in finding materials and books in library
Assists teachers in locating materials for classroom, and assembles materials for teachers’ use as directed
Assists the student(s) in curriculum tasks
Assists with records necessary for effective operation of TAG program
Assists with student files updating information as appropriate
Attends pre-job training, on-going, and meetings as required during the school year in order to remain up-to-date of job procedures
Carries out instructions, programs, and lessons as designated in the lesson plan
Collects data for assessment and monitoring purposes
Conducts library skills sessions for students
Develops and implements teaching aids
Maintains and organizes inventory of TAG materials
Maintains inventory of materials
Monitors behavior contracts and reward systems for students
Performs miscellaneous clerical duties
Proctors test-taking when requested by teacher
Reports disciplinary student issues
Supervises students in the use of the various programs on the computer
Tutors students in various subject areas
Under supervision of a teacher, works with small groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher
Works with confidential TAG student information
Works with students in one-to-one situations