K-3 Literacy Paraeducator

Hours: 5.3 hours per day
Schedule: Monday–Friday during the school year

Rock Creek Elementary is seeking a caring, dependable, and hardworking K–3 Literacy Paraprofessional to support students in developing strong foundational reading skills. This individual will work closely with classroom teachers and other school staff to provide small-group and individual literacy support for students in kindergarten through third grade.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with children, is patient and encouraging, and understands the importance of following teacher direction and established instructional plans.

• Provide individual and small-group literacy support to students in grades K–3.
• Work with students on foundational reading skills such as phonemic awareness, phonics, decoding, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
• Follow teacher directives and instructional plans consistently and accurately.
• Reinforce skills and strategies taught by the classroom teacher.
• Prepare and organize instructional materials as directed.
• Assist with student assessments, progress monitoring, and basic data collection as assigned.
• Use basic computer programs and online instructional platforms to access materials, enter information, and support student learning.
• Maintain student confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism at all times.
• Communicate appropriately with teachers and other staff regarding student progress and needs.
• Help maintain a positive, organized, and productive learning environment.
• Provide encouragement while holding students to appropriate academic and behavioral expectations.
• Be flexible and willing to assist where needed.

Successful candidates must demonstrate:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Requires two years of college, an AA degree, or successful completion of the Para Pro Assessment (Praxis Exam).
• Kindness, patience, and a genuine desire to work with children.
• The ability to listen to, understand, and follow teacher directives.
• Basic computer skills and a willingness to learn school technology programs.
• Dependability, punctuality, and consistent attendance.
• A positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to accept feedback and make adjustments when needed.
• Professionalism and respect when interacting with students, staff, and families.

• Previous experience working with elementary-aged children.
• Experience providing reading or literacy support.
• Familiarity with foundational reading skills and structured literacy practices.
• Experience working in a school, childcare, tutoring, or similar educational setting.

This is an “at will” position that the employer or employee may terminate employment at any time for any reason consistent with applicable state or federal law. The employment “at will” policy cannot be changed verbally or in writing, unless the change is specifically authorized in writing and approved by the Board of Trustees of District 411.
Employment is contingent upon board approval and successful completion of a federal background check and drug-free workplace pre-employment screening.