Paraeducator - Elementary

Elementary Para educator

The Elementary Para educator is responsible for supervising and monitoring scholars in a variety of tasks throughout the day with specific oversight of the playground, crosswalk, and breakfast/lunch areas. Under the direction of a supervising teacher, this position assists with the basic skills development of students that can include students with identified disabilities. Typically, the students will work in small groups or individually either within their regular classroom or in a special area devoted to individualized learning.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Supervise and monitor students throughout the school day in accordance with the school and district policies.
• Communicate concerns to the principal regarding any violations of safety standards or lack of cooperation on the part of students or drivers.
• Help students problem solve and resolve conflicts.
• Report safety hazards seen on campus to main office so appropriate action can be taken.
• Assist students with opening food items, wiping up spills, and cleaning up their area.
• Follow protocol when assisting an injured student.
• Establish an environment that encourages appropriate behavior and redirect student behaviors that are not in line with the school behavior expectations.
• Tutor individuals and/or groups in specific skills as directed by the teacher.
• Assist the teacher in administering special instructional and or behavioral programs.
• Plan daily/weekly with the teachers and other staff members servicing the same students.
• Assist the teacher in communicating with other building/district staff members and parents.
• Inform the advising teacher to any observed problems or information regarding an individual student.
• Perform instructional/tutorial assignments and keep records as directed by the supervising teacher.
• Interact positively with students, parents, and staff.
• Give positive reinforcement to students throughout the day.
• Assist with the room maintenance and inventory of books and equipment.
• Assist with health-related procedures for students as assigned.

Other responsibilities include performing instructional clerical tasks, working collaboratively with District staff and promoting teamwork with co-workers, assisting substitute teacher with helpful information pertinent to the classroom.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and one of the following: an associate degree, or a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 48 college-level semester credits or 72 college-level quarter credits, or a high school diploma (or equivalent) and passing the state approved para educator assessment test. Additional requirements include proficiency in basic spelling, math, and grammar skills, and experience or training in reading instruction, remediation, and assessment.

Preferred qualifications include experience working with students in grades K-5.

Condition of employment includes passing a criminal background check, completing the District's Para educator Core Competency requirements, possessing and maintaining American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR and first aid training, successfully completing the FWPS district-approved Right Response training at the advanced level at the next available time; maintaining current certification at the advanced level through an annual recertification class if assigned to a Resource Support position, working scheduled hours on a consistent basis.

Knowledge of individual education plans (IEPs), procedures for the proper regulation of traffic and pedestrians, different learning styles, English grammar and spelling, basic math, positive behavior interventions, Right Response and de-escalation techniques, School Board Policies.

Ability to demonstrate basic knowledge of modern technology, work independently and collaboratively with others, maintain a good work attendance…