Classroom Facilitator

Douglas County Public Schools; Douglasville (GA); On-site; USD 31,050 - 37,950; Full time

Job summary

Douglas County Public Schools is looking to hire a paraprofessional to manage classroom activities and supervise students during transitional periods. The role requires strong communication skills and a background in instructional strategies.

Applicants must have an associate's degree or higher from a recognized institution, complete the Ethics 360 Exam, and maintain a valid Georgia Paraprofessional certificate. Responsibilities include managing student behavior and performing administrative tasks.

Qualifications

• Successfully complete the Ethics 360 Exam.
• Must hold a valid State of Georgia Paraprofessional certificate.
• Routine physical capabilities to fulfill job responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage classroom and supervise assigned students in various settings.
• Assist in maintaining order and discipline among students.
• Operate relevant technology for educational purposes.
• Perform general administrative tasks to support teaching staff.

Skills

Communication

Instructional strategies

Student management

Education

Associate's degree or higher

Two years of college coursework

GACE Paraprofessional Assessment

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION: To manage the classroom and provide supervision to assigned students in the classroom, hallway, and other transitional periods.

PAY GRADE: $34,500.00

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 190 Days (10 Months)

REPORTS TO: Principal

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must successfully complete the Ethics 360 Exam - https://www.gace.ets.org/ethics/register
• Degree: Hold an associate's degree or higher in any subject from a Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) accepted accredited institution; OR
• Coursework: Have completed two (2) years of college coursework (sixty [60] semester hours) at a grade of 'C' or higher at a GaPSC accepted accredited institution; OR
• State Approved Assessment: Have passed the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment. If eligibility is established through the assessment, the applicant must also hold a minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent. Documents accepted to prove "highly qualified status" are:
• An official college or university transcript to verify completion of two years of college (60 semester hours/90 quarter hours toward a degree program), an Associate's degree or higher degree from an accredited and acceptable GaPSC institution. Transcript copies are not accepted.
• Or, may show proof of a passing score on the GACE Parapro assessment by providing a copy of their official ETS/GACE Parapro Assessment score report with the application. Paraprofessionals employed by the Douglas County School System must be eligible for a valid State of Georgia Paraprofessional certificate issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities.

PROFICIENT SKILLS: Communication, instructional strategies that connect the curriculum to the learners, and student management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
2. Assist in maintaining order and discipline, as well as manage student behavior.
3. Operate technology, including cameras, learning platforms, and learning tools.
4. Perform a variety of administrative and non-instructional duties, as well as related clerical tasks to support teachers and other professional staff, such as keeping daily attendance records.
5. Encourage students to remain on task and complete their assignments.
6. Ensures all safety protocols and procedures (such as fire drills) are implemented and followed.
7. Enter grades into the Student Information System.
8. Maintains confidentiality of student/school information.
9. Performs other duties as assigned by the administrator.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Applicants should complete an application at www.dcssga.org. (Click on "Employment" then "Job/Vacancies/Postings" to link to classified application.)