Preschool Paraprofessional at Columbine Elementary

Preschool Paraprofessional at Columbine Elementary

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Under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, the Preschool Paraprofessional will assist certified professional staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives, and free certified professional employees from non-professional duties to enable them to contribute to other aspects of the educational program such as curriculum development. The paraprofessional will support the preschool teacher and preschool students in a very active environment, helping typical and special needs students achieve educational, social, emotional and behavioral objectives.

• Minimum Compensation (based on 100% FTE): $15.89 - $24.60/hour, commensurate with experience
• Scheduled Weekly
  
  Hours:
  
  37.5
• Hours per Day: 7.5 hour(s) per day
• Number of Days per Year: 185
• Benefits Eligibility: PERA contribution, Medical, Dental, Group Life, Short-Term Disability, Vision (Optional)

• Assist and guide students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills.
• Work with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.
• Assist professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests and assessments.
• Assist in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs.
• Assist with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.
• Assist with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and keep students on task.
• Assist students in non-instructional areas such as supervising lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non-instructional areas.
• Accompany students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision.
• Construct, copy, distribute, and use educational materials as needed.
• Assist teacher with parent contact as requested to foster effective and participatory parent involvement.
• Follow all applicable safety rules, procedures, and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.

• Assist guidance, pupil services staff, or building administration as needed.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned.

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

• Use standard office equipment such as personal computers and copiers.

• Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students.
• Ability to understand, apply, and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel).
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees, and others.
• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills.

• Works in standard office and school building environments.
• Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs as necessary.

• Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
• High School diploma or equivalent.

FLSA Status:
Non-exempt

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Part-time

Job function: Education and Training

Industries: Education Administration Programs