Preschool Paraeducator: 26-27 CL28

Para educator Position

Under the supervision of the building principal and the classroom teacher, this position assists in the implementation of instructional and non-instructional programs and performs a variety of routine clerical and office tasks in support of teachers and other district staff. The position promotes positive public relations for the district. A specific duty roster may be established as needed by the building administrator.

Depending upon individual school needs, the position may perform any or all of the following duties.

Assist teacher in the daily management, organization, monitoring and safety of children; supervises recess and lunch periods, field trips, locker rooms, study and detention rooms and student arrival/departure activities.

Collect and prepare instructional and non-instructional materials as directed; assembles worksheets, lessons, art supplies and other materials; create and post bulletin boards; correct worksheets, quizzes and assignments.

Supervise and conduct individuals and small groups in educational, creative and structured play activities; assists with classwork and assignments; tutors and monitors student activities in the classroom and special sessions. Communicate with teacher concerning individual student needs and progress. May be required to provide swimming assistance.

Monitor student behavior and progress, and share observations with teacher and other professional staff; may participate in parent-teacher conferences. Assist teachers in preparation of student work contracts and program. Administers discipline as authorized.

May be required to perform services which maintain personal hygiene of students, such as toileting, diapering and dressing. Monitors student health. May be required to assist with adaptive/medical equipment to include tube feeding and catheterization.

Assist in administering district, state and national tests; maintains diagnostic and test data for teacher; maintains and updates student records, class lists, attendance and other data. Monitors administration of individual academic assessment evaluation.

May be required to provide basic first aid care to ill and injured students.

Assist in maintaining physical appearance of classroom; straighten chairs/tables, put materials away after use.

May be required to transport student as part of their instructional program.

Acts as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behavior to students; assist teacher in maintaining a classroom conducive to learning.

Prepares equipment and supply inventories and orders materials as necessary.

Assist in the supervision of volunteer and student assistants.

May operate a computer using educational software to provide student instruction and assistance.

Process and distribute forms, correspondence, worksheets, tests and schedules by using office machines such as a typewriter, computer, photocopier and other standard office equipment.

May enter data into computer and maintain various databases.

Maintain files and records. Document daily activities and progress as required.

Maintains confidentiality of student information and records.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of correct grammar, spelling and English usage.

General knowledge of office practices, procedures and equipment, and ability to operate standard office equipment such as word processor and photocopier. Keyboarding skills at 45 words per minute for some positions.

Ability to learn and willingness to use computer equipment and various software programs.

Ability to work effectively under pressure and be flexible to meet deadlines.

Physical ability to perform required duties which may include lifting and positioning students in and out of a vehicle, wheelchair, therapy equipment, etc.

Ability to understand and execute verbal and written instructions, policies and procedures. Ability to follow instructions.

Ability to handle students with behavioral and physical handicapping conditions.

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff and the general public.

Ability to work in team environment.

Ability to maintain accurate records.

Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to write simple correspondence.

Ability to effectively communicate information to students, parents and staff.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers, fractions and decimals.

Ability to calculate ratios and percentages and interpret graphs.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand or walk; and occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. The employee must be able to push items of 50 pounds such as pushing children on a bike, in a wheelchair, or moving/rearranging furniture.

Specific vision abilities required by this…