Paraprofessional (Possible)

Reports To: Principal

Salary: Based on salary schedule for 187 days.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.

Qualifications:

1. High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
2. Associate degree or passing scores on the Reading, Writing & Mathematics sections of Work Keys Assessment.
3. Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 30-50 pounds.
4. Must be able to participate in physical activities such as walking, standing, sitting, stooping, bending, reaching, and lifting to support students.
5. Must hold or obtain a valid substitute certificate.

1. Must complete a criminal background check through the Alabama State Department of Education at your own expense.
2. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Instructional Process / Responsibilities:

1. Assist the classroom teacher in arranging the learning environment, including assembling and putting materials on bulletin boards and/or other classroom learning displays and in keeping such displays current.
2. Under supervision of certificated teacher, prepare for classroom activities by distributing and collecting papers and other instructional materials for classroom instruction.
3. Assist students in completing classroom assignments, homework and projects. Assure student understanding of classroom rules and procedures and assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude and general guidance.
4. Read to students, listen to students read and observe students reading abilities as assigned. Assist students with letter and word pronunciation and recognition. Assist students with math, spelling and writing exercises and assignments.
5. Assist assigned teacher with the implementation of lesson plans. Administer various tests as directed. Prepare mandated reports and documentation as required.
6. Tutor individual or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher. Monitor and oversee student drills, practice and assignments in various subjects. Confer with the teacher concerning lesson plans and materials to meet student needs and assist with the implementation of lesson plans.

Classroom Management / Responsibilities:

1. Perform a variety of clerical duties in support of classroom activities, such as preparing, typing, copying and filing instructional materials. Grade student tests and assignments, recording of grades and attendance, lunch reports and maintaining student records and files as assigned.
2. Operate and care for instructional equipment and materials as assigned by the teacher. This includes preparing the room for the activity, obtaining the required material and equipment, operation of the equipment and the return of all materials and equipment to storage.
3. Assist the certificated teacher with the supervision of students during non-instructional times, such as emergency drills, assemblies, cafeteria, restrooms, field trips, hallways, playground and bus loading / unloading activities.
4. Assist students with clothing, wash-up and toilet routines, including diapering if necessary.
5. Assist with lunch, snacks and other clean-up duties, as assigned.
6. Assure the health and safety of students by following established practices and procedures and maintain the learning environment in a safe, orderly and clean manner.
7. Observe and control behavior of students in the classroom according to approved procedures, monitor students during outdoor activities as directed, become familiar with student IEP goals and report progress regarding student performance and behavior to supervising teacher.

Professional Responsibilities:

1. Participate in professional growth activities.
2. Participate in in-service training programs.
3. Follow the communicated policies and procedures of the school district.
4. Demonstrate professional responsibility and ethical behavior.
5. Assume responsibilities outside the classroom
6. Demonstrate the ability to react well under pressure, handle and balance multiple demands at one time, work with frequent interruptions and perform duties and tasks at expected levels of professionalism.
7. Demonstrate extensive knowledge of, and ability to, perform duties in full compliance with all district, Board of Education, State and Federal laws, methods, requirements, policies, procedures and activities pertinent to the duties of this position.
8. Demonstrate ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
9. Demonstrate ability to use independent judgment and initiative to act without being asked.
10. Demonstrate effective and appropriate interpersonal relationships with students, educational staff, parents and staff.
11. Respect the confidentiality of information regarding students and be discreet in dealing with parents and educational personnel.
12. Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor.

The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job identified, and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent to the job.