Bay Haven Charter Academy Paraprofessional - 8 hours

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Principal, the Paraprofessional helps facilitate the learning process in assigned areas of study by performing a variety of clerical and supportive tasks for instructional personnel, and performs other related tasks as required by instructional and administrative staff. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists instructional personnel with the development and presentation of learning materials and instructional exercises.
• Works with students individually or in small groups, as directed by the supervising teacher.
• Provides input in selecting activities appropriate to the abilities, needs, and interests of the students.
• Assists in maintaining the classroom in a functional, attractive, and orderly environment (i.e. bulletin board, displays, posters, etc.).
• Assists the teacher in complying with I.E.P. requirements and objectives.
• Reinforces behavioral expectations as directed by the classroom teacher.
• Manages discipline concerns in accordance with administrative regulations, school board policies, and legal requirements.
• Assumes responsibility for continued professional growth to fully support educational programming.
• Supports and acts in accordance with all Bay Haven Charter Academy, Inc. Board of Directors goals, objectives and policies, and other federal and state laws.
• Assumes appropriate roles as adult model and educator.
• Demonstrates awareness and knowledge of students’ needs, including but not limited to educational, medical, physical, sensory, speech/language, social/emotional, recreational, vocational, etc., as established by a multidisciplinary team and implement as needed.
• Functions as program or classroom instructional assistant but may be assigned as a one-on-one (1:1) instructional assistant as necessary.
• Ensures proper care and upkeep of educational materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Prior paraprofessional experience (or similar role) preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to multi-task when necessary.
• Great oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Microsoft Office Skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Knowledge of state and federal laws that apply to the duties of this position.
• Must be able to analyze information and make recommendations to management as needed.
• Ability to identify problems and recommend solutions within the scope of the position.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.

• Ability to maintain strict organization and student confidentiality.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Varied activities including sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting, and reaching for extended periods of time.
• Periodic need to lift, carry, push, or pull items weighing up to 25 pounds and/or perform a two-person lift greater than 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is generally performed in a fast-paced, high volume, school/office environment.
• Must be able to tolerate varying environmental conditions including, but not limited to heat, cold, rain, etc.
• Must be able to tolerate frequent interruptions from administrators, staff members, students, and others.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Travel to various school, district, state, and/or community events may be required.