Paraprofessional - Preschool

Date Posted: 4/21/2026

Location:

Dorothy Hall Elementary School

Date Available:

08/03/2026

School Year: 2026 - 2027

Position Status: Tier 3

Non-Benefited

Daily

Hours:

5.5

Salary Range A: $15.15

Working Calendar: 180 Days

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Proof of MMR Immunization & Hepatitis B Clearance
• Tuberculosis Clearance
• Three (3) Professional References
• IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Paraprofessional

Purpose Statement:
The job of Paraprofessional is to support the instructional program within assigned classroom(s), working with individuals and/or small groups of students, and providing clerical support to teachers and staff.

Reports to:

Principal.

Essential Functions

• Adapt classroom activities, assignments, or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher to reinforce classroom objectives.
• Administer classroom assignments, tests, homework, and make‑up work.
• Assist students individually or in small groups with lesson assignments, reading, writing, English lessons, spelling practice, and computer learning programs.
• Attend meetings and in‑service presentations.
• Communicate with teachers and/or parents about student progress.
• Implement instructional programs and lesson plans under teacher supervision.
• Maintain manual and electronic files and records.
• Monitor students in classroom, playground, field trips, library, lunchroom, bus loading/unloading, etc., to ensure a safe and positive environment.
• Perform general clerical functions such as copying, filing, and data entry.
• Report observations and incidents related to specific students to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to emergency situations involving students.
• Support classroom teachers and other school personnel in implementing curriculum and teaching methods.

Other Functions

• Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Skills:

Proficiency in operating standard office equipment and related software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records; applying curriculum and instructional techniques.

Knowledge:
Basic math (fractions, percent, ratios); reading and interpreting manuals; writing documents in prescribed formats; understanding multi‑step instructions. Knowledge of grammar, punctuation, child development stages, learning styles, and age‑appropriate activities.

Ability:
Scheduling activities; collating data; operating basic equipment; flexibility to work with diverse groups; problem‑solving; prioritizing work; working as part of a team under frequent interruptions.

Responsibility

Work under direct supervision, coordinate or guide others, and operate within a defined budget, contributing to the organization’s services.

Working Environment

Physical demands include occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, and fine finger dexterity. Typical work involves 25% sitting, 50% walking, and 25% standing with some exposure to injury and illness risks.

Experience

Job‑related experience required.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Required Testing

Pass the Academic Assessment of Knowledge and Instructional Skills Test or 60 college credits.

Continuing Educ./Training

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.

FLSA Status

Non‑Exempt A (15.15)