Paraprofessional II

PARAPROFESSIONAL II - Instructional Assistant

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Passing score on the Para Pro Assessment or 48 college credits.

• Successful completion of criminal history background check.

• Proof of US citizenship.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Ability to read, write and speak English and perform simple math.

• Must be physically able to efficiently perform the duties of the position. Any physical disability which would cause the candidate to be a hazard to themselves or to others is considered disqualifying.

• Ability to hear conversational voice, with or without hearing aid.

• Good vision, with or without glasses.

• Ability to follow written or oral directions.

• Ability to work with all types of students under varied conditions.

• Previous experience working with children in various activity circumstances, preferred.

• Endeavors to obtain background in related fields of education.

REPORTS TO: Principal

Instructional Supervisor- Special Education

Director of Special Services

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise student(s) and assist the teacher when necessary.

• Keep student(s) on task for the programs taught by the teacher.

• Reinforce appropriate behavior in accordance with the teacher's plan.

• Review/reinforce skills in the classroom (small groups, one-on-one instruction).

• Assist student(s) in the classroom (i.e. hand over hand for handwriting).

• Assist student(s) with feeding, if necessary.

• Assist student(s) with toileting/dressing, if needed.

• Listen and read to students.

• After each activity, assist with clean-up process so that the next activity can be started effectively and quickly.

• Prepare instructional materials.

• General office duties (i.e. duplicating, sorting, distributing, filing).

• Assist with playground supervision, bus loading/unloading, monitor the lunchroom, or other duties assigned by the Principal.

COMPENSATION:

In accordance with GTSPA contract.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

10 Months

VACATION:

There is no vacation time allotted to this position.

EVALUATION:

To be evaluated semi-annually in accordance with the Board's policy on Evaluation of personnel.

This posting will remain up until the position is filled.