Paraeducator Classroom Assistant

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Forks High School Paraeducator - Classroom

Job Title (for context): Forks High School Paraeducator - Classroom

Purpose Statement

The job of paraeducator-classroom was established for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional program within assigned classroom with specific responsibility for improving students’ success in basic academics; observing and documenting student progress; implementing plans for instruction; and assisting teachers with clerical tasks.

This job reports to school principal.

Essential Functions

Adapt Classroom Activities

Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives.

Administer Tests/Homework

Administers tests, homework assignments, make-up work, etc. (e.g. CBMS, LAS, Selt, etc.) for the purpose of identifying student proficiency levels, enhancing students English language skills and supporting teachers in the instructional process (by assignment).

Communicate with Staff/Parents

Communicates with supervising instructional staff, professional support personnel, and parents as requested for the purpose of assisting in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP objectives.

Document Student Activities

Documents student’s daily activities (e.g. behavior, completed assignments, on/off times, etc.) for the purpose of completing daily logs and student’s hourly activities.

Maintain Instructional Materials

Maintains instructional materials and/or manual and electronic files/records for the purpose of ensuring availability of items; providing written reference; and/or meeting mandated requirements.

Model Conversation/Manners

Models conversation, manners, cleanup activities, listening, and everyday interactions for the for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.

Monitor Students

Monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments (e.g. lunch, bus stops, playground, classroom, field trips, public transportation, assemblies, kitchen, elective classes, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.

Promote Good Study Habits

Promotes good study habits for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcome.

Provide Instruction

Provides instruction to students under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of implementing IEP goals, assisting in adapting to mainstream classrooms and ensuring student’s success.

Respond to Emergencies

Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or referring to appropriate personnel.

Respond to Inquiries

Responds to inquiries for the purpose of solving problems, providing information and/or referral.

Translate Communication

Translates verbal and written communication(s) (e.g. class notes, letters, tests, lessons, etc.) for the purpose of assisting students, teachers and parents in communicating (by assignment).

Other Functions

Attend Meetings/In-service Presentations

Attends meetings and in-service presentations for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions.

Perform Other Duties

Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills Required

Skills are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

Knowledge Required

Knowledge is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: instructional procedures and practices; age appropriate student activities; safety practices and procedures; conflict resolution; and stages of child development/behavior.

Ability Required

Ability is required to schedule activities; gather and/or collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with similar types of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; providing information and/or advising others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job’s functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization’s services.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations.

Experience

Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Required Testing Certificates & Licenses

Meet ESA requirements (minimum of AA degree or pass Parapro Exam).

Completion of Fundamental Course of Study

Completion of fundamental course of study within first two years of employment.

Continuing Education/Training Clearances

None specified. Fingerprint/background clearance required.

FLSA Status Approval Date

Salary grade: Non-exempt