Title IA Paraprofessional

The Title 1a Paraprofessional will perform duties under the supervision of a certified teacher. The role of the Title 1a Paraprofessional is to assist in the remedial education of elementary students in the areas of reading and mathematics.

Primary Responsibility to: Building Principal

Responsibilities (Job functions)

• Provide support individually or in small groups by supporting the implementation of lessons or instructional activities designed in collaboration with the classroom teacher to meet the students' academic needs.
• Work with the classroom teachers to develop a schedule for delivery of instructional services.
• Attend parent-teacher conferences and Family Nights as needed.
• Participate in the planning time with the classroom teachers and others working with the student.
• Communicate regularly with the parents or guardians of the student under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Assist parents in understanding school assignments and procedures and encourage their involvement in school activities.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees.
• Attend conferences, in-service and workshops to enhance teaching skills and knowledge.
• Perform other General Fund duties such as recess and lunch supervision

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Required:

• Skills to organize and manage multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of principles of child development and instructional processes.
• Knowledge of the reading process and how to teach it.
• Good math skills and the ability to support math instruction.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop creative solutions.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Knowledge of state and federal policies and procedures regarding Title Programs.
• Computer skills including word processing, email, student data management system, internet.
• Patience and flexibility.

Educational/Certification Requirements:

Option 1: Complete at least two years of study at an accredited institution of higher education (equal to 60 semester hours); or

Option 2: Obtain an associate degree (or higher) from an accredited institution; or

Option 3: Meet a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrate, through passage of an approved formal state academic assessment in the following areas:

• Knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics; or
• Knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate.

Current State Board of Education Approved Assessments

• College Board’s SAT – Must score at least a 480 on evidence-based reading and writing and a 530 on math
• ETS Parapro Assessment – A passing score of 460 is required

Prior Approved Assessments

• Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC) Basic Skills Test
• MTTC Professional Readiness Examination
• WorkKeys® - Minimum Scores:
• • Reading for Information – 4
  • Applied Math – 4
  • Writing – 3
• ACT (taken between 1/1/1989 - 10/1/2017) - Minimum Scores:
• • Reading – 22
  • Combined English and Writing – 22
  • Math – 22
• Michigan Merit Examination (MME) (taken between 1/1/2007 and 1/31/2015) - Minimum Scores:
• • Reading – 1108
  • Writing – 1129
  • Mathematics - 1116

Additional Skills Preferred:

• Experience with progress monitoring
• Experience with Excel

Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of classified personnel.

Application Procedure

• To be considered as a candidate, please apply online at Hire Enterprise - Berrien County Schools Consortium at https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/1002
• Include a letter of application/resume, three letters of reference, and a copy of your transcripts and or credentials.
• For more information about the District, please visit our website at http://www.watervlietps.org/
• CRIMINAL RECORDS CHECK
• In accordance with state law and board policy, no person shall be hired to work in contact with children before being fingerprinted and passing a criminal records review.