Paraprofessional, Elementary Instructional Part Timet Time

Position Title

Paraprofessional, Instructional

435A (Kinder), 435B (MS), 435C (HS), 435D (ES), 435E (Pre-K)

Leadership

Paraprofessional

Leadership

181

Principal

NH0 (4, 5, 6, 7 or
8)

Non-Exempt

Monthly

Works with students in completing educational activities under the supervision of the classroom teacher.

• Educational Level: Hold an associate degree or higher in any subject from a GaPSC-accepted accredited institution;
• OR Have completed 2 years (60 semester hours) of college coursework above the remedial level at a GaPSC-accepted accredited institution with a grade of "C" or better;
• OR Hold a minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent and have passed the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment;
• Certification/License
  
  Required:
  
  Must maintain Georgia Paraprofessional Certificate which includes in-service training related to position;
• Experience:
  
  None;
• Physical
  
  Activities:
  
  Routine physical activities required to fulfill job responsibilities; able to lift maximum 60 pounds; PE Paraprofessionals only—lessons frequently include demonstrating throwing, catching, kicking and striking; ability to get down on the floor and up again is frequently required to assist students; some movement of mats and equipment is expected;
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
  Written and oral communication.

The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Exhibits professionalism in all job-related situations; follows professional ethics in all work-related activities; presents a personal appearance which enhances the image of the school.
• Follows all county, state and federal policies and procedures.
• Conducts small group or individual classroom activities based on lesson plans developed by the teacher.
• Assists with supervision of students.
• Assists with student assessment, grading work and test and collecting data on student progress.
• Assists with routine record keeping.
• Assists with the preparation of materials for instruction.
• Locates, operates, and returns equipment required for classroom activities.
• Assists with classroom housekeeping.
• Assists in the ordering and inventory of classroom equipment and materials.
• Assists with school-wide supervision, such as loading/unloading buses.
• Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.