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PARAPROFESSIONAL ALTERNATIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT 

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. We are looking for a compassionate and cooperative individual to provide classroom support, as well as maintain the safety and development of the students in his/her care.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: A minimum of high school education or equivalent and demonstrate through a formal State or local academic assessment (ParaPro Assessment) knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instruction, reading, writing and mathematics, as appropriate and knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing, reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate. Basic computer skills required (e.g., ability to use email).

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

CERTIFICATE/LICENSE: Certified in Handle with Care

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define problems, collect data and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret technical instructions and lesson plans.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, talk and hear; stand and walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds. Specific vision ability required by this job includes close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or nonprescribed controlled substance while on duty. In addition, the employee shall be free of any substance, prescribed or otherwise, that impairs the employee’s work performance or the safety of others while on duty.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. The employee will be working in an Alternative school setting which serves students with at-risk characteristics.

REPORTS TO: Principal

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provides academic and behavior assistance to the assigned classroom teacher.

2. Positive attitude around staff and students that contributes positively to the school/classroom culture.

3. Assists with all functions related to the daily routines and procedures and assures that all matters related to the daily operation of the program are performed.

4. Supervises students in the classroom, lunchroom, before school, after school, and during regularly established routines.

5. Assists with paperwork.

 6. Other duties as assigned by principal or other administrator.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITES:

1. Works in classrooms with students grades K-4.

2. Assists with the preparation of lessons and teaching materials.

3. Advises students regarding issues specific to their behaviors and provides strategies that can be employed the next time a similar situation occurs.

4. Inspects the classroom daily; provides a safe learning environment for students.

5. Supervises students in specific situations, e.g., bus loading/unloading zones study periods, time-out room, lunch or other developmentally appropriate activities before, during, and during dismissal.

6. Follows the daily routine established by classroom teacher.

7. Supervises students both in and out of the classroom.

8. Performs support duties for teachers.

9. Helps to promote security for the health, safety and welfare of staff and students.

10. Provides assistance to the classroom teacher in any/all duties that promote the academic and social concerns of all students.

11. Performs other duties as assigned.