Teacher Assistant (Paraprofessional)-Northwoods Fine Arts Academy 2026-2027
Listed on 2026-08-16
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Teacher Assistant (Paraprofessional)-Northwoods Fine Arts Academy Job Description
Position for the School Year
Position: Teacher Assistant (Paraprofessional)
Location: Northwoods Fine Arts Academy
1691 East Old North Road
Sand Springs, Oklahoma 74063
Reports to: Assigned Teacher, Building Principal
Status: Nonexempt
Evaluation: Annually by the Supervising Teacher and Site Principal
Qualifications:
48 Hours College Credit OR Passing Score on Paraprofessional Test, High School Diploma or Equivalent Completion of Paraprofessional Training Required by the OSDE CPI Certificate CPR and First Aid Certificate, Obtain a Tiered Certification Certificate as specified by the OSDE. Pass the National Criminal History Check qualifications with the OSDE/OSBI.
Have a high school diploma or a General Educational Development (GED) diploma,
PLUS
:
- Option A:
Hold an associate’s degree (or higher)
OR - Option B:
Complete at least two years (48 credit hours) of study at an institution of higher education.
OR - Option D:
Pass a Parapro or Work Keys Assessment - Pass an Oklahoma Criminal Background Check
- Application for Oklahoma Title I Paraprofessional Credential
- $10 processing fee (check, cashier’s check, or money order) made payable to the Oklahoma State Department of Education (will be required if hired for this position)
Job Goal:
Provides adult support to small groups of students or one-on-one with an individual student to assist the student in unique educational goals.
Physical Demands:
This is an overview intended for compliance with the ADA – it is not an exhaustive list of the duties to be performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of a specific position.
Regular Requirements:
Stand for extended periods; walk; twist at the neck and trunk; bend and reach with hands and arms overhead, above the shoulder, and horizontally; repetitive use of fingers and hands to grasp and/or operate equipment and demonstrate lessons to students; lift/move up to 75 pounds.
Occasional Requirements: Lift/move up to 75 pounds
Visual Requirements: Close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
Hearing/Speaking Requirements: Adequate to exchange information
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Note - these duties vary based on the individual student's needs and individualized education plans.
Typical duties may include:
Monitors students on district-provided transportation and assists students in getting on or off buses and vans.
Accompanies students during meals and assists students with getting and eating meals and cleaning up after meals.
Accompanies students to classes or therapy services, monitors behavior (intervening as needed), and assists with classwork.
Assists students with motor, balance, social, and life skills.
Possibly assists students with personal care, including dressing, toileting, and diapering.
Cleans and maintains an efficient work area.
Assists with instruction, errands, and copies related to the assigned student(s).
Attends IEP and other meetings and training as requested.
Alerts the assigned teacher of concerns related to the student.
Maintains confidentiality of student information.
Complies with all federal, state, and local board policies and procedures.
Utilizes professional behavior in all school-related interactions.
Assists the teacher in monitoring students’ progress toward academic and behavioral IEP goals.
Reinforces learning in small groups or with an individual student while the teacher works with other students.
Assists the teacher in observing, recording, and charting behavior.
Assists the teacher with crisis problems and behavior management.
Provides one-on-one tutoring if scheduled when a student would not otherwise receive instruction from a teacher.
Scores objective tests and papers and maintains appropriate records for teachers.
Carries out instructional programs designed by the teacher.
Works with the teacher to develop classroom schedules.
Operates and maintains classroom equipment.
Takes over a class for a short period.
Supervises children in the hallway, lunchroom, and playground.
Assists students with toileting needs or changing.
Implements and…
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