Title 1 Paraprofessional (0.5 FTE)

TITLE:  Title 1 Paraprofessional
 
POSITION SUMMARY: Provides instructional support to students under the direct supervision of a highly qualified teacher. Please note: Title I Paraprofessionals may not be assigned non-instructional duties, such as supervising the playground or cafeteria, and may not be assigned to substitute for paraprofessionals in non-Title I positions.
 
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Ability and desire to provide outstanding customer service.
• Ability to work effectively under time constraints and deadlines.
• Must be able to comply with the District’s attendance standards as described in established guidelines.
• Must maintain a well-groomed appearance and follow the ISD Dress Code.
• Must be a team player and get along well with others.
• Must be highly organized with the ability to multitask.
• Must be detail-oriented and self-motivated.
• Must have excellent communication skills.
• Must demonstrate an extremely high regard for confidential and sensitive information information.
• Must demonstrate flexibility with time and good judgment.
• Must have the ability to keep abreast of information pertinent to the job.
• Ability to read and interpret a variety of instructions provided in written, oral,diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical operations—including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division—with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals, and to calculate rates, ratios, and percentages, as well as interpret data in multiple formats.
• Ability to apply problem-solving skills to practical situations and effectively address a variety of concrete challenges within standardized settings.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.

Interpersonal relationship skills required.

• Must have basic knowledge and the ability to operate computers and technology.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence to staff and stakeholders.

 
PRINCIPLE DUTIES: 
Contributing toward a positive, professional working and learning environment
by:

• Assisting in collecting and compiling student scores and records in the Title I program.
• Assisting in planning lessons and activities for smaller groups or individuals under the direction of the teacher.
• Tutoring and assisting students individually or in small groups in order to help them master reading and math concepts and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
• Discussing assigned duties with classroom teachers in order to coordinate instructional efforts.
• Observing students’ performance and recording relevant data to assess progress.
• Assisting teachers in the administration of i-Ready progress monitoring.
• Being flexible and performing other duties relating to the general job function as assigned by the supervisor.
• Contributing to maintaining a safe, risk-free working and learning environment by:
• Making students' well-being the fundamental priority in all decision-making.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships.
• Being alert to and reporting the possibility of any substance use, child abuse, or any dangerous situations based upon daily observation.
• Operating and caring for the school district’s equipment properly
• Following district policies.
• Performing all duties in a safe and prudent manner as directed by supervisors.
• Continuing job performance enhancement by:
  • Participating in in-services, workshops, or conferences as directed.

Contributing toward a positive, professional working and learning environment by:

• Responding to all internal and external stakeholders in a prompt, friendly,efficient, and patient manner.
• Being responsible, reliable, and punctual.
• Maintaining courteous relationships with students, staff, and parents by treating others with respect.
• Exercising positive problem-solving behavior and conflict resolution skills.
• Maintaining a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality.
• Participating in students’ daily school experience in a constructive manner.

 
 
Salary Range: 21
Terms of Employment: 9-month classified
Reports To: Principal/Administrator
Revised: October 2025