Permanent Paraprofessional
Under the direction of a certified classroom teacher and/or school administrator, ESS paraprofessionals supplement student education and assist classroom teachers with instructional, behavior management, and/or administrative duties. They support the physical, behavioral, and academic needs of a specific student or group of students with special needs throughout the school day.
Responsibilities

• Provide instructional reinforcement under the direction of the classroom teacher for individual students and/or small groups of students
• Assist classroom teacher with classroom management and general supervision of the class, following teacher's established routines and procedures
• Serve as the chief source of information and help to any substitute teacher assigned, in the absence of the regular teacher
• Support students with special needs by following provisions specified in their IEPs/504 Plans
• Supervise students in the cafeteria, schoolyard, hallways, during specials, on field trips, and/or during before and after school programs as directed
• Observe student behavior and progress, keep notes, and report to classroom teacher and/or other school designee(s)
• Assist with administrative duties as directed such as recording grades, setting up equipment, preparing materials for instruction, etc.
• Attend to student's physical, personal, academic, and emotional needs; help with translation and hygienic needs when necessary
• Promote a safe and orderly classroom environment; take all reasonable precautions to protect students, facilities, and materials
• Assist with bus loading and unloading during arrival and departure of students
• Demonstrate cooperation and flexibility in performing other related duties as assigned by school administration and ESS
• Understand and adhere to all ESS and school district policies and procedure.

Qualifications

• Must be proficient in English (speaking, reading, writing)
• Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; OR Satisfactory score on Educational Testing Service ParaPro Assessment with a High School Diploma
• Criminal History Clearance
• Current Tb Test

Apply online at ESS.com

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About ESS

As leaders in the education staffing space since 2000, ESS specializes in placing qualified staff in daily, long-term, and permanent K-12 school district positions including substitute teachers, school aides, and other school support staff. With more than 800 school district partners throughout the US, ESS supports the education of more than 4.5 million students every day. We provide our employees the ability to work in school districts across the country in addition to benefits, comprehensive training, flexible work schedules, and professional development. Visit ESS.com to learn more and help to improve education for every student, every day.

ESS Diversity Statement

ESS continuously works to create an environment where all its employees - regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexuality, age or abilities - can work to the fullest of their potential in a fair and welcoming space. Believing that a diverse company is more innovative and successful, we have embraced diversity to ensure that we are empowered to make sure that "Every day counts" for our employees, the students, and the schools we serve nationwide.

ESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.

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