Position Title:

Paraprofessional, Instructional- Part Time .50

Responsible To:

Principal and Classroom Teacher

Job Classification:

Classified Position: 184-day Employee-at-Will

FLSA Status: Non Exempt

Essential Functions:

Performing assigned tasks under the supervision and guidance of the principal and/or the classroom teachers.

Qualifications:

Education/Testing:

Qualified applicants must meet one of these criteria and provide documentation confirming:

• Completion of 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours of postsecondary coursework through an accredited school; or
• Completion of an Associate's Degree through an accredited school; or
• Have a passing score on the Parapro Assessment acceptable in Georgia

Major Responsibilities:

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

• Ability to work successfully with school personnel, parents, students and community members.
• Ability to be patient and flexible
• Good communication skills
• Demonstrates professionalism

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently sitting and standing near students with disabilities. The employee may occasionally bend or twist at the neck and back while performing the duties of this job. The employee may occasionally lift up to 45 pounds and/or participate in a two person lift. Assist students in toileting (including catheter), positioning or to assist students with extreme behaviors. The employee may also be required to assist students in wheelchairs and to manipulate equipment such as standers, walkers, etc.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud. The employee is frequently required to interact with the public and other staff. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being and work out-put of students.

Application Procedures:

Candidates are asked to request a minimum of three (3) confidentially submitted electronic reference surveys via the online application process and provide a resume, letter of interest, copies of Georgia Paraprofessional assessment results and/or college transcripts so that the Hi-Q status can be confirmed.

Note:

For details regarding teacher certification visit the website for the Georgia Professional Standards Commission, www.gapsc.com. Out of state candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for Georgia certification.

Nondiscrimination Statement:

The Board of Education of the City of Marietta does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability or gender in its employment practices, student programs and dealings with the public.

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