What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraprofessional, AdltBasicEdPT position at Hillsborough County Public Schools?
Summary:
The Paraprofessional will assist in the strategic planning and delivery of educational services to students. The duties of the Paraprofessional are multifaceted and can include secretarial and classroom support functions. The Paraprofessional must exercise good judgment, be a multitasker, exercise initiative, be knowledgeable of all education programs, and exhibit professionalism.
Responsibilities:
SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Conducts adult education student registration and testing.
• Supports specific secretarial functions to assist the Administrator in meeting deliverables.
• Initiates or provides backup for payroll, bookkeeping, and financial aid at the district office and/or school site level.
• Prepares various reports, summaries, payroll, travel, maintenance requests, and other required documents as directed.
• Acts as the main substitute for teachers.
• Monitors and assists with all student instructional platforms.
• Assists with behavior management, as needed.
• Provides entry-level assessments for students.
• Performs basic computer skills such as keyboarding, spreadsheets, and operating instructional software to assist student achievement.
• Maintains an inventory of supplies, answers the telephone, and takes appropriate messages.
• Maintains childcare credentials and job functions if assigned to family literacy childcare program.
• Assists with ongoing staff development training.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.
Other information:
COMPETENCIES: The following competencies are representative of specific skills, abilities, and attributes that must be demonstrated to perform this job successfully.
Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment. Manages competing demands. Accepts criticism and feedback. Changes approach or method to best fit the situation.
Cooperation: Establishes and maintains effective relations. Exhibits tact and consideration. Displays positive outlook and pleasant manner. Offers assistance and support to co-workers. Works cooperatively in group situations. Works actively to resolve conflicts.
Dependability: Responds to requests for service and assistance. Follows instructions and responds to management direction. Takes responsibility for own actions. Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines.
Job Knowledge: Competent in required job skills and knowledge. Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills. Keeps abreast of current developments. Requires minimal supervision. Displays understanding of how job relates to others. Uses resources effectively.
Safety & Security: Observes safety and security procedures. Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines. Uses equipment and materials properly. Reports potentially unsafe conditions.
QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job successfully.
Education: A high school diploma, vocational certificate, or GED. Degree or formal training in a related field such as childcare or prior experience in education preferred.
Experience: One (1) year of increasingly responsible experience in education, childcare, or related field preferred.
Language Skills: Reads and comprehends simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Writes simple correspondence. Effectively presents information in one-on-one and small group situations.
Mathematical Skills: Adds and subtracts two digit numbers and multiplies and divides with 10s and 100s. Performs these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
Reasoning Ability: Applies understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Deals with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills: Knowledge of relevant and current computer software programs.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Physical Activities: Standing, walking, sitting, climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, handling, keyboarding, talking, and hearing.
Lifting Demands: Up to 55 pounds.
Reaching Activities: Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.
Environmental Conditions: Noise Intensity: 4, loud.
DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS: All district employees must:
• Demonstrate regular and predictable attention to the work.
• Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
• Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.
NOTE: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age.
The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.