Copy Of SY 26-27 Paraprofessional (Primary Grades)

Georgia Cyber Academy; Atlanta (GA); Teletrabalho; USD 30 000 - 42 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Georgia Cyber Academy is seeking a Primary Grades Paraprofessional to assist teachers in delivering engaging instruction in a primarily remote setting. Responsibilities include reinforcing learning activities, preparing materials, and supporting students with administrative tasks to ensure smooth daily operations.

The role emphasizes strong communication with families, data entry, and collaboration with teachers to implement lesson plans and monitor progress.

Qualificações

• Two years of college or technical school credit is required.
• Two years paraprofessional experience or equivalent education.
• Experience in K-12 education is preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office and Google Workspace.

Responsabilidades

• Support instructional teacher with reinforcement and practice activities.
• Prepare class materials and organize student files.
• Monitor student progress and document outcomes.
• Communicate with families within 24 hours when appropriate.
• Participate in professional meetings and trainings.

Conhecimentos

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Professionalism

Public speaking

Team collaboration

Formação académica

Two years of college or technical school credit

Two years paraprofessional experience

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Ferramentas

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

OneNote

G-Suite

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Title: Primary Grades Paraprofessional

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department:

Dept Code

Job Code

Primary Supervisor

Secondary Supervisor

Grade Band Served

Location:

Minimum Hours/Days

Salary Range starts at: Curriculum, Instruction, & Assessment - Primary Grade Band

CIA PGB

Primary Grade Band Principal

Primary Grade Band Assistant Principal

PGB

Primarily Remote

7:45am to 3:45pm, Monday through Friday

$__,___.00/Year

SUMMARY

The paraprofessional teacher oversees supporting the instructional teacher with such tasks as reinforcement/practice academic activities, class preparation, oversight needs of assigned students, and organizational/administrative tasks, so that engaging and appropriate instruction can be completed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities and/or duties required; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Student Management Roles

• Refer students in a timely matter to all support systems as needed
• Maintain contact with Family Support Liaison for student referrals
• Progress monitor Response To Intervention Goals

Instructional Roles

• Follow protocol for creating / updating Canvas modules as needed
• Implement individualized lesson plans based on class instructional needs
• Administer student assessments with fidelity and according to procedures
• Manage documentation on instruction provided outside of classes
• Collect and review data to adjust instruction
• Review feedback from observations and implement suggestions for improvement

Communication Roles

• Provide LC/Parent with professional and timely communication
• Read and respond to all emails within 24 hours (1 business day)
• Update the Infinite Campus contact log the same day a communication contact is made with a family

Meeting/Outing Roles

• Attend and actively participate in all required professional meetings (DDI, Staff, Department, PLC, Content Planning, Professional Development F2F and Virtual)
• Attend BOY & EOY student outings (district-wide)
• Attend a minimum of 3 Parent University Sessions

Professional Roles

• Actively support the collaboration of colleagues in teaching partnership, team, content area, grade level, school band, and district
• Complete all required trainings
• Participate in EOG/EOC Assignment
• Comply with all written policies and procedures in teacher, district, and GCA handbooks
• Stay logged on to Zoom during working hours
• Complete all TKES platform tasks and responsibilities during assigned timeframe

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies

• Adaptability/Flexibility: Adapts to change, is open to new ideas, takes on new responsibilities, handles pressure, and adjusts plans to meet changing needs.
• Integrity/Ethics: Deals with others in a straightforward and honest manner, is accountable for actions, maintains confidentiality, supports company values, and conveys good news and bad.
• Teamwork: Meets all team deadlines and responsibilities, listens to others and values opinions, helps team leaders to meet goals, welcomes new-comers, and promotes a team atmosphere.
• Professionalism: Be professional at all times in communications, appearance, work product, and in representing Georgia Cyber Academy in a positive manner.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Two (2) years of completed college or technical school credit AND
• Two (2) years of paraprofessional experience OR
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Certificates And Licenses

• GaPSC Paraprofessional Certification
• desired enrollment in GTAPP program
• Clear Fingerprint/Background Check Required

Other Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of state and federal laws, and other pertinent laws regarding K-12 Education as they relate to applicable duties.
• Proficient in MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, OneNote, and G-Suite.
• Experience working with diverse student populations.
• Possess strong communication, organizational, analytical, and written skills.
• Demonstrate initiative and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to interact positively with teachers, administrators, and support staff.
• Ability to read and interpret student academic data and educational reports.
• Ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platforms.
• Strong critical thinking, planning, and writing skills.
• Ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, as well as collaborate and communicate effectively within a team.
• Ability to manage multiple projects within established deadlines.
• Dependable, able to work under pressure, and meet deadlines as required.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Excellent presentation and public speaking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and self-motivation.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptive to ensure excellent student outcomes.
• Ability to problem solve independently and have a high level of organization.
• Outstanding attention to detail.
• Maintain a professional home office without distraction during 8-5 workday when working from home.
• Consistent access to reliable high-speed internet.
• Valid driver's license and availability of private transportation.
• Ability to travel 25% of the time as required.
• Attend all required school outings and staff meetings (Leadership, DDI, Staff, Department, PLC, etc.)
• Attend all required Professional Development sessions, trainings, and conferences.
• Participate in Milestones assessment training and administration.

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced Excel knowledge and skills.
• Advanced PowerPoint knowledge and skills.
• Experience working in a virtual educational environment collecting and interpreting data.
• K-12 educational experience in the form of Teaching, Academic Intervention, or related instructional areas.
• Previous experience as a Learning Coach at Georgia Cyber Academy.
• Proficient with web-based tools
• Previous experience with online educational tools/curriculum/assessments
• Working knowledge of Infinite Campus (SIS)
• Working knowledge of Canvas (LMS)
• Working knowledge of Jigsaw Interactive (live classroom tool)
• Proficient in use of Zoom conferencing tool
• Bi-lingual

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This is primarily a Monday through Friday, 8am to 4pm, 5 days/week, home-based position that may require traveling up to 25% of the time.
• During critical periods, in-office days may be required. The noise level in the office is usually moderate (computers, printers, light foot traffic).
• In-person attendance at professional development, training, conferences, job fairs, meetings, school events, marketing events, and testing sites will be required several times per year.
• Light lifting required.

The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is "at-will" as governed by the law of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the "at-will" nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.