Instructional paraprofessional job description

Go to the School City of Hammond website: www.hammond.k12.in.us

Click on “Employment Opportunities”

Click on the Application link and select the following job preference:

Job Description:

General Role and Responsibilities:

The instructional aide will support students and the classroom teacher in the general education setting. This staff member will report to the building principal and is expected to meet the expectations set by the classroom teacher.

General Skills and Education requirements:

· 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university

· OR successfully pass the Praxis Parapro Assessment

· Must pass a required background check

· Bilingual skills would be considered an asset

Specific Responsibilities in This Position:

· Support the instructional and emotional needs of students (work with small and large groups)

· Establish positive and respectful relationships with students, teachers, and parents

· Support and establish a safe and healthy learning environment for students

· Perform all other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher and building principal

Specific Skills and Knowledge for this position:

· Ability to self-regulate emotions and model respectful behavior and language

· Cooperate and work with other staff members

· Basic computer skills (email, word processing, Google)

· Maintain confidential student and school information

Personal Attributes Desired:

· Dependability

· Honesty

· Punctuality

· High level of personal accountability

· Confidentiality

· Ability to accept constructive professional criticism

Physical Requirements:

· Ability to perform physical duties indoors and outdoors (walking students to and from recess and lunch)

· Good physical health and ability to perform assigned duties

· Ability to move freely without assistance and be mobile for several hours

It is the policy of the School City of Hammond not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in its programs or employment policies as required by the Indiana Civil Rights Act (I.C. 22-9.1), Title VI and VII (Civil Rights Act of 1964), the Equal Pay Act of 1973, Title IX (Educational Amendments), and Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973).

Work Schedule: 7 hours per day, 10 months (183 days)

Essential Duties:

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Provides one-on-one tutoring and small group instructional assistance under the supervision of the classroom teacher

• Assists in preparing and organizing instructional materials

• Provides instructional assistance in the computer lab

• Provides instructional assistance in the library media center

• Assists in parental involvement activities

• Participates in professional development activities as deemed necessary by the supervisor

• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Possesses some knowledge of childhood growth and development, behavior management techniques and clerical procedures

Possesses some knowledge of general academic subjects sufficient to teach others

Demonstrates ability to supervise children in the absence of a supervisor

Demonstrates ability to perform basic clerical tasks, communicate effectively orally and in writing and ability to follow oral and written directions.

Demonstrates ability to work well with students, staff, and parents in a professional manner

Education and Experience:

Required: 2-year degree or 48 hours of completed college coursework at an accredited college or university

Preferred: Prior experience working with groups of children

Physical Requirements:

Demonstrates overall good health

Demonstrates ability to effectively communicate and interact with others.

Evaluation:

Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Sussex

County School Board’s policy manual.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The Sussex County School Board is an equal opportunity employer; as such, it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, political affiliation, handicapping condition, or sex in its educational programs or employment. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position or program to which application has been made.

Sign-on bonus of $200 for a qualified candidate once hired, to be paid after six months of successful employment. The offer is for external new hires only.
Join our dynamic organization. We are passionate about our impact on the families, children, and communities we serve.

Tri-County Head Start employees have endless opportunities to make a difference in the lives of others. With ample opportunities for growth in both education and social services, working at Tri-County Head Start means you can develop your career alongside your community. You will earn the tools and resources needed for career success and make a difference in the lives of your community's children and families.

A career at Tri-County Head Start offers training and advancement, community impact, and work-life balance. Eligible employee benefits include;

• Paid professional development
• Paid personal time off
• Paid sick leave
• Paid breaks; Thanksgiving, winter, and spring break
• Employee Assistance Program

The Paraprofessional duties are supervising, supporting, and monitoring student behavior during daily activities, especially transitions (meals, playground, hallways and walks, and nap time). The position fluctuates between direct, one-on-one assistance and background support.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with children with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in a classroom setting and be open and willing to accommodate unique needs in an inclusive environment.
The work schedule for this position is unique as it aligns with the Preschool Head Start program year; part-time, part-year, working 20 hours a week M-Th 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM for 42 weeks, August-May.
The pay range for this position is $13.55 to $14.92 an hour, dependent on education level. The minimum requirement is a high school diploma or equivalent.

Apply online at tchs4c.org/careers/

Durango 4C Council/Tri-County Head Start is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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