West District Elementary seeking Instructional Paraprofessional for 4.5 hours per day, 180 days school year. Position has 3 personal days, 5 sick days, and paid holidays.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Candidate should hold an Associate's degree or 2 years of college credit or its equivalent (i.e. Para Professional Assessment). Bachleor's degree preferred.
• Candidate should demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain a good rapport with students and possess a personable relationship with teachers.
• Consideration will be given to the following:
  • Ability to carry out directions in both oral and written form.
  • Various life/work experiences that contribute to the candidate's overall preparedness.
  • Prior experience working with school age children is a plus.

SALARY: Dependent upon experience

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The instructional paraprofessional provides a variety of instructional services and classroom support to staff and students. This includes carrying out teacher prepared lesson plans and supervising teacher-planned activities, assisting in the preparation of materials for instruction, and recording individual progress of students. Paraprofessionals work under the direction of classroom teachers / case managers.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supporting Instruction

Tutoring/ instruction under the direction of classroom teacher
2. Supporting students during classroom group work

Modifying instructional materials

Assisting students with technology

Helping students maintain focus and engagement

Documentation and Data

Understanding students' goals and individual needs

Observing and collecting data on student progress

Organizing data and writing notes / summaries

Giving feedback on student work / behavior

Student Management

Monitor hallways, study halls

Reinforce school-wide behavioral expectations

Follow student behavior plans

Clerical

Scheduling activities

Copying, stapling, etc.

Other

Handling records and student information in a confidential manner

Complete all assigned mandated training programs

May be asked to provide medical or personal care / hygiene which may require lifting up to 50 pounds

Performs other related duties as assigned