Paraprofessional - Special Education 6.5 hrs - Ponderosa Middle School Therapeutic Learning Classroom (TLC)

Function:

To assist the classroom teacher and building administrator in supporting the educational needs of students with diverse learning needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist teacher in instructional setting with instruction and clasroom management.

Organize and manage students work under teacher direction.

Assist teachers in correcting and recording students work and in testing students.

Supervise class for short periods of time.

Assist students on computers and with various computer programs and testing programs.

Work directly with students with diverse needs.

Implement planned activities using teacher designed methods and materials for individual and small groups for instructional support, including those with special needs.

Supervise a variety of student activities including cafeteria, bus loading and unloading, field trips, hallways and other areas where students gather.

Prepare and provide clerical support to teacher for instructional materials using various office equipment, resource materials, and AV equipment, copying, faxing, etc.

Maintain accurate records and gathers information within the scope of District policies and state and federal laws.

Communicate effectively with teachers.

Requirements:

Associate’s Degree or pass paraprofessional skills testing prior to employment;

High school diploma/equivalent;

Experience working with children.

Must provide proof of COVID Vaccination

Schedule: 6.5 Hours per day

Rate of Pay: $12.50 per hour 2021-22 wage schedule

Current 2022-23 wage schedule currently being negotiated

Benefits: A generous allowance towards the purchse of individual or family insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)