Ed Tech III (Interventionist)

Saco Schools; Charlottetown; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Instructional Paraprofessional to support certified staff in fostering student learning. This role involves guiding students in various subjects, assisting with classroom management, and ensuring a safe and productive learning environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse groups, including students with special needs. Join a team committed to educational excellence and make a meaningful impact in students' lives. If you have a passion for education and helping others, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to assist students in various learning areas and maintain confidentiality.
• Experience working with special needs children is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with learning and behavioral management in the classroom.
• Support professional staff with record-keeping and classroom preparations.

Skills

Instructional Support

Communication Skills

Mathematics Skills

Computer Literacy

Behavior Management

Confidentiality

Relationship Building

Education

High School Diploma

College Coursework (special needs)

Tools

Personal Computers

Office Software (Word, Excel)

Job description

Instructional Paraprofessional
Position Purpose:
Under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, to assist certified professional staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives, and to free certified professional employees from non-professional duties such as proctoring study halls to enable them to make a contribution to other aspects of the educational program, such as curriculum development.
Essential Job Functions:

• Assists and guides students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills.
• Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.
• Assists professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests and assessments.
• Assists in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs.
• Assists with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.
• Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task.
• Assists students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non-instructional areas.
• Accompanies students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision.
• Constructs, copies, and distributes educational materials as needed.
• Assists teacher with parent contact as requested to foster effective and participatory parent involvement in student education.
• Assists students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, achievement of IEP objectives, etc.
• Participates in IEP process and serves as a resource for the student personnel evaluation team as needed.
• Assists students with physical or mental disabilities with activities of daily living for the purpose of maximizing their ability to participate in school or learning activities.
• Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures, and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.
• May assist in the training of other paraprofessionals.

Additional Duties:

• Assist guidance, pupil services staff, or building administration, as needed.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment:
Use standard office equipment, such as personal computers and copiers.
Travel Requirements:
Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students.
• Ability to understand, apply, and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel).
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees, and others.
• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:
Works in standard office and school building environments.
Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities.
Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.

Qualifications Profile:
Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of college level coursework or passing of examination as required by the No Child Left Behind Act.
• Prior experience working with special needs children desirable.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: Saco School Department is committed to promoting diversity, multiculturalism and inclusion. We encourage qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Rate to be established by the Superintendent.

EVALUATION: As applicable, based on hours worked

NOTE: This job description reflects the general requirements necessary to describe this job’s functions and responsibilities and shall not be interpreted as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in this job.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

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