Paraprofessional - Preschool Inclusion

Paraprofessional

School Year: . Position Status:
Tier
3. Salary Range: $14.35/hr daily

Hours:

5.5. Working Calendar: 180 Days.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Proof of MMR Immunization & Hepatitis B Clearance.
• Tuberculosis Clearance.
• Three (3) Professional References.
• IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Job‑related experience required.
• Pass the Academic Assessment of Knowledge and Instructional Skills Test or hold 60 college credits.
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.
• FLSA Status:
  Non‑Exempt, Salary Range A ($14.35/hr).

• Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives.
• Administers classroom assignments, tests, homework assignments, make‑up work, etc. for the purpose of supporting teachers in the instructional process.
• Assists students, individually or in small groups, with lesson assignments (e.g. read stories, listen to students read, providing writing assistance, reinforce English lessons, provide spelling practice, facilitate activities, computer learning programs, etc.) for the purpose of practicing and/or reinforcing learning concepts and assisting students in reaching academic goals and grade level standards.
• Attends meetings and in‑service presentations for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions.
• Communicates with teachers and/or parents for the purpose of assisting in evaluating progress.
• Implements, under the supervision of assigned teacher, instructional programs and lesson plans for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.
• Maintains manual and electronic files and records for the purpose of providing written reference and/or historical reference in accordance with established guidelines.
• Monitors individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, library, lunchroom, bus loading/unloading, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Performs general clerical functions (e.g. copying, filing, data entry, etc.) for the purpose of supporting classroom’s instructional program.
• Reports observations and incidents relating to specific students (e.g. accidents, fights, inappropriate social behavior, violations of rules, safety conditions, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to appropriate instructional and/or administrative personnel.
• Responds to emergency situations (e.g. injured student, fights, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Supports classroom teachers and other school personnel for the purpose of assisting them in the implementation of curriculum and teaching methodologies.

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

The successful candidate must possess operating standard office equipment, use software applications, prepare accurate records, and employ curriculum and instructional techniques. Basic math is required (fractions, percent, ratios). Must read manuals, write documents, and present information. Knowledge of grammar, punctuation, stages of child development, and age‑appropriate activities is needed. Abilities include scheduling activities, collating data, operating equipment, flexibility, teamwork, problem‑solving, maintaining confidentiality, setting priorities, and working under interruptions.

The role requires working under direct supervision, using standardized procedures, leading or coordinating others, and operating within a defined budget. Continual opportunity to impact the organization’s services.

Physical demands include occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and fine finger dexterity. Approximately 25% sitting, 50% walking, 25% standing. Exposure to risk of injury or illness.

Experience:

Job related experience required.

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Required testing:
Academic Assessment of Knowledge and Instructional Skills Test or 60 college credits. Certifications and clearances:
Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.