ParaproSpecial Education Paraprofessional; Categorical; fessional, Special Education

Parapro Special Education Paraprofessional (Categorical) fessional, Special Education

Category:
Paraprofessional

Job Function:
Certified Support Staff

Department:
Wilson Creek Elementary

Paraprofessionals may serve in a classroom or media center. Incumbents in the Paraprofessional position are responsible for providing assistance to students and staff as indicated in the duties below related the individual's assignment.

• Assists the teacher in the preparation of educational materials for students.
• Works individually with students and/or in small groups to help reinforce learning objectives.
• Assists with all aspects of the daily routine, including distributing and collecting supplies, keeping attendance records, and grading quizzes as assigned.
• Participates in lunchroom, recess, hall-monitoring, and bus duties.
• Assists with preparing and maintaining bulletin boards and other learning center areas for instruction.
• Participates in required additional training related to the Dual Immersion Model, if applicable.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

• High School Diploma or GED required

• Must be able to obtain Georgia PSC Paraprofessional Certificate

• 0 – 1 year experience required

• Classroom experience and/or proven ability to work with children preferred
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions quickly and accurately
• Must be able to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with students and adults
• Excellent organizational skills and flexibility
• If working as a Paraprofessional in the Dual Immersion program, should exhibit proficiency in spoken and written language of instruction

• Classroom environment

• Ability to lift and carry 30-50 pounds with assistance
• Ability to push or pull a maximum of 50 pounds
• May require lifting, bending, kneeling, reaching, stooping or crouching
• Requires ability to move and control an adult-sized wheelchair
• Typically sitting, standing, walking

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