Instructional Paraprofessional - Elementary

asd; Colombia; Presencial; COP 99.385.000 - 161.501.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ranch Creek Elementary School is seeking a dedicated instructional assistant to support the principal and classroom teachers in implementing a positive learning environment and assisting with academic assignments and classroom management.

Under supervision of a teacher, you will prepare materials, assist students in activities, manage records, and help maintain inventory and supplies while promoting student engagement and effective lesson delivery.

Formación

• Ability to adapt to changing technologies and learn new software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong record keeping and filing abilities.
• Ability to collaborate with teachers, staff, students, and parents.

Responsabilidades

• Reports consistently for work as scheduled
• Assists in preparation, production, and maintenance of materials and equipment as assigned
• Assists individual students in performing activities instructed by a teacher
• Maintains records necessary for effective operation of program
• Monitors behavior contracts and reward systems for students
• Tutors students in various subject areas
• Under supervision of a teacher, works with small groups of students to reinforce material
• Works with students in one-to-one/group situations

Conocimientos

Adaptability

Effective communication

Record keeping

Teamwork

Computer skills

Organizational skills

Herramientas

Office software

Descripción del empleo

Location:

Ranch Creek Elementary School

Recruiting Start Date:

09/10/2026 This posting will be open at least five (5) days after the recruiting start date.

Estimated Start Date:

09/17/2026

Supports the principal and classroom teachers in implementing a school program and encouraging a positive learning environment. May assist licensed teacher in academic assignments and classroom management and/or materials preparation.

Job Responsibilities

• Reports consistently for work as scheduled
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards
• Assists in preparation, production, and maintenance of materials and equipment as assigned
• Assists individual students in performing activities instructed by a teacher
• Assists teachers in locating materials for classroom, and assembles materials for teachers' use as directed
• Assists the student(s) in recitation, reading, and other curriculum tasks
• Assists with/completes daily paper work (i.e., attendance reports, student referral slips, various student passes, weekly folders, permission slips, and parent notes)
• Attends meetings and conferences as required
• Carries out instructional programs and lessons in various learning environments as designated in the lesson plan
• Collects data for assessment and monitoring purposes
• Conducts story time for students
• Coordinates completion of assignments with regular classroom teachers
• Develops and implements games and teaching aids
• Keeps up-to-date in current curricular standards and instructional practices
• Maintains records necessary for effective operation of program, including annual inventory of all materials and equipment
• Maintains student files, updating information as appropriate
• Maintains, orders, and organizes inventory of materials in an effective manner
• Monitors behavior contracts and reward systems for students
• Processes book orders, inputs into computer, and maintains inventory of books, materials, and supplies
• Proctors test-taking when requested by teachers
• Provides reference assistance to students and staff
• Purchases supplies and materials
• Supervises students in the use of the various programs on the computer
• Supervises, resolves disciplinary student issues in classroom or escorts to administrators
• Tutors students in various subject areas
• Under supervision of a teacher, works with small groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher
• Works with students in one-to-one/group situations

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to adapt to changing technologies and to learn functionality of new equipment and systems
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to create, access, input, retrieve, and manipulate information in various software systems
• Ability to establish and maintain accurate record keeping, document management, and filing systems
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions including supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general public
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to greet and interact with the public in a courteous and professional manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
• Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision
• Commitment to the education of students as a primary responsibility
• Communicates effectively with students and adults in a wide variety of settings
• Computer proficiency including office productivity applications
• Considerable knowledge of policies, procedures, and overall district functions
• Demonstrated ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a team setting
• Demonstrates citizenship, compassion, courage, discernment, excellence, honesty, hope, integrity, patience, perseverance, reliability, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness
• Demonstrates effective organizational and time management skills
• Detail-oriented
• Energetic, creative, innovative, flexible
• Excellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of office methods and procedures including appropriate telephone etiquette
• Knowledge of Special Education, other educational programming, and associated legal requirements as related to the needs of the students assigned to the teacher
• Promotes a positive climate, culture, and community
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