Building Bridges Academy-Para Educator

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Under the supervision of an administrator and general direction of a classroom teacher, assists the teacher in the education of students including management of student behavior; recordkeeping; instructional assistance; classroom safety, security and organization; and interaction and communication with students, support staff, parents/guardians, and agencies.

REPORTS TO: Principal SALARY SCHEDULE: G-6 WORK DAYS: 200 REQUIREMENTS:

Education Level: Associate's degree Preferred: Must meet Highly Qualified criteria for state licensure of either 2 years of college course credits or Associate's degree; Passing grade on the state approved assessment.

Experience, Skill, and Certification: Demonstrable ability to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher and to guide students with enrichment, remedial, and independent work as set up by the teacher Knowledge of general office computer software applications, as well as use of the internet Appropriate oral and written communications skills with students, parents, and co-workers Must have the physical ability, dexterity, endurance, and temperament to work with students ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Assists with instruction for assigned students in support of, and under the direction of, the teacher.

Prepares activities under the guidance of the Classroom Teacher including preparation of bulletin boards, displays, exhibits, and related classroom and school displays. Participates in parent conferences and in-service training programs. Assists individuals and/or small groups of students in various educational settings including the media center, computer lab, and community-based instructional settings.

Scores objective tests, assignments and papers and maintains appropriate records for teachers. Collects and records performance data to include observations which will assist in student evaluations. Assists in the development and implementation of behavioral management procedures to support a safe learning environment.

Assists in the presentation and distribution of the student evaluation results to parents, teachers and other authorized recipients. Works with the teacher to develop lesson plans. Carries out tutoring activities designed by the teacher.

Assists in monitoring supplementary work and independent study. Assists with clerical duties under the direction of the classroom teacher or administration. Assists Classroom Teacher with non-instructional duties such as: breakfast/snack/lunch time, bathroom, and/or clothing routines, and procedures to ensure the supervision and safety of students.

Assists with instruction in the physical education program as necessary. Performs other duties as necessary for the effectiveness of the organization. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT Incumbents will be considered "at will." Appropriate pay will be determined based on the Grade as determined by Human Resources and allowable experience.

The work calendar will be the classified 200 day schedule plus 10 extended year days (TBD). Non-exempt (G6) NON-ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES A responsibility is considered to be "non-essential" (for the purposes of compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) if: it is shared between multiple incumbents in the job; or it could be performed by an employee in another job within the workgroup. Note the responsibility number from the list in the "Duties and Responsibilities" section for those responsibilities that could be considered "non-essential" based on this definition. Certain limited aspects of General Duties and Responsibilities items referenced in Section 1 (b) and (d) might be considered "non-essential" in a specific situation.

Any request for accommodation must be reviewed on an "individual case" basis. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY DEMANDS Most jobs in the District have physical and sensory demands that can be described by one of the two categories noted below. For jobs that require more physical or sensory effort, please list the requirements in this section.

The category applicable for this position is listed below. OFFICE Employees in this category are normally exposed to a typical environment. The employee has some control over the length of time sitting, standing, or ambulating.

There are occasions that require the lifting or pulling of equipment or supplies, as well as bending, stooping, or stretching. There is frequent use of computers, telephone, and other standard office equipment, which includes reading, listening, writing, or speaking. There are few exceptional physical or sensory demands. " />