What are the responsibilities and job description for the Federal Instructional Paraprofessional, Elementary/Middle position at SUMMIT ACADEMY MANAGEMENT?
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Possessing an Educational Aide permit with the ESEA qualified endorsement or having the requirements necessary to obtain one
- Two years of study at an institution of higher education (48 semester or 72 quarter hours), an associate degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher education, or passing the ParaPro Assessment
- Appropriate criminal records check by the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation and Federal Bureau of Investigation
- Demonstrate evidence of strong organizational and communication skills
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality of student records and school business
BASIC FUNCTION: The Instructional Assistant works as a teacher’s aide, assisting with lesson delivery, managing materials, supporting behavior management, and tutoring individuals or groups of children
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
- Under the supervision of a properly licensed teacher, the Paraprofessional will implement and evaluate lessons planned by that teacher
- Tutor individual students as needed
- Teach social skills/social thinking and model appropriate behaviors for students such as: patience, persistence, and self-control
- Report dangerous behaviors/environments to school director or administration immediately
- Report any suspicion of child abuse and neglect through proper channels
- Provides instructor with input regarding student behavior, academic performance and IEP progress
- Proctor during student assessment
- Participate in appropriate staff development activities to provide for professional growth
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None
ANY REQUIRED SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS:
- Ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented manner with colleagues
- Ability to relate professionally to students, family members, and Summit Academy personnel
All other responsibilities as set forth by School Director and CEO.