What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraprofessional position at Riverview Intermediate School?
Riverview Intermediate School is seeking candidates for paraprofessional for the 26-27 school year.
RIVERVIEW SCHOOL DISTRICT Paraprofessional
Job Title: Paraprofessional
Department: Instruction
Reports to: Building Principal
Classification: Non-Exempt
Summary
The Paraprofessional is responsible for assisting the teacher in the management and instruction of students.
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, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist with the preparation of instructional materials for students as directed by the supervisor so that instruction is implemented in a timely manner.
- Maintain student records and data related to instruction.
- Duplicate materials, type information, except for confidential student-related material and information (see appendix for restrictions).
- Conduct non-instructional classroom duties assigned by the supervisor so that instruction is implemented in an efficient and effective manner.
- Maintain daily student attendance records.
- Assist the teacher in instructional activities such as correcting papers, operating equipment, scheduling for instructional materials in the building, making instructional materials, preparing bulletin boards and displays, displaying work, setting up and maintaining learning centers.
- Accompany students on field trips.
- Escort students to and from various locations in the building depending upon the needs of the individual students, including recess, before and after school, lunch, emergency drills, assemblies, PE, restroom and other places as needed.
- Assist students during emergency drills as needed.
- Supervise students during outdoor and indoor recess, in the cafeteria, in the hallways before and after school, and to and from restrooms as assigned.
- Monitor the safety of students at all times.
- Work with an individual student or a small group of students utilizing the teacher’s lesson plans.
- Monitor and reinforce learning of all students, help students perform activities, assist with student data collection and assist with implementation of behavior management programs designed by teacher.
- Assist in monitoring and reinforcing overall student behavior and discipline procedures for students as defined by the school, the classroom and/or the Individual Education Plan.
- Supervise students while being transported to and from school on a bus (optional).
- Performs tasks related to the health/hygiene of special education students, as needed.
- Attend workshops and in-service training as required by the District.
- Serve as a substitute teacher, as assigned.
- Pre-K paraprofessionals must attend 30 hours of early childhood PD a year and meet additional requirements for ABC. K-12 paraprofessionals need to complete 18 hours initially and then 6 hours of PD annually.
- May provide in class support in the general education class.
- May provide personal care including toileting assistance, etc.
- May provide assistance with transportation.
- Maintain confidentiality and assist with data collection.
- Comply with all Riverview School Board of Education policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the teacher and/or administration.
Supervisory Duties
Supervises students
Qualifications
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Valid Arkansas Substitute Teacher Certification
Education/Experience
Experience in school settings preferred
At least 18 years old
Skills and Abilities
Language
Read, analyze and interpret administrative procedures and forms and governmental regulations and guidance written in English; complete forms, write reports and engage in written correspondence with parents; and present information effectively and respond to questions.
Computation
Have the ability to work with basic mathematical concepts and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning
Solve a variety of problems in many different situations and interpret instructions presented in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Technology
Perform basic computer functions such as word processing and internet use; use district software for recording grades and finding student information; and utilize smart boards, projectors and other instructional technology provided by the district.
Physical Demands
An individual who holds this position must have the ability to speak and hear in an environment where numerous conversations and activities may be taking place simultaneously, move around the classroom, read handwritten or printed material. Sometimes the individual will be required to work outdoors for short periods of time to perform such tasks as loading and unloading students from district transportation and supervising students during recess.
Interpersonal Skills
Maintain effective working relationships with students, co-workers, administrators and members of the community.
Attendance
Regular and consistent attendance is an essential function of this position.
ADA Compliance
The essential functions contained in this job description are in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The individual currently holding this position shall perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed, and additional duties may be assigned when appropriate.
Evaluation
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board of Education policy on Evaluation of Support Staff Personnel.
Paraprofessional Job Description Adopted: October 19, 2023