Position Title: Paraprofessional

Salary Schedule: PCSD Classified

Department: School

Job Code: 143501

Reports To: Principal

Work Schedule: 183 days/7.5 hr.

Grade/Level: PARA

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Primary Function: Ability to learn and utilize routine methods and procedures to be followed in instructional settings. Ability to perform instructionally related activities by assisting a teacher or teachers in providing intensified learning experiences for students in assigned areas. Ability to perform special duties as required for meeting the unique needs of specific student populations, e.g., lifting physically disabled students.

Classroom Environment

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard

Constant interruptions

Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone

Seeing to read a variety of materials

Sitting for extended periods of time

Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials

Lifting a student up to a weight of 40 pounds without assistance

Perform a two-person lift for students over 40 pounds

Education level must be in accordance with federal, state, and local guidelines

Certification as mandated by the Professional Standards Commission

Provide support to students in resource, self-contained and/or regular classroom settings

Assist with supervision of students

Conduct small group or individual classroom activities based on lesson plans developed by the teacher

Assist with student assessment, grading work and tests, and collecting data on student progress

Assist with routine recordkeeping

Assist with preparation of materials for instruction, including copying of materials, construction of displays/bulletin boards, learning centers and manipulatives

Locate, operate, and return needed equipment

Assist with classroom housekeeping

Assist in ordering and inventory of classroom equipment and materials

Assist with school-wide supervision such as loading/unloading buses

Possess and maintain valid and appropriate license, certificate and/or credential as may be required for this position

Follow work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable, and punctual manner

Participate in training programs to increase skills and proficiency related to the assignment

Review current developments, literature and technical source information related to job responsibilities

Ensure adherence to appropriate safety procedures

Follow federal and state laws, as well as Board policies

Performs other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designee