Early Childhood Paraprofessional

Siloam Springs School District; Siloam Springs (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Siloam Springs School District is seeking an Early Childhood Paraprofessional to assist teachers in delivering instructional support and promoting students' social, emotional, and academic growth. The role involves monitoring progress, maintaining records, and collaborating with staff to implement individualized plans and classroom routines.

Candidates should demonstrate organization, self-motivation, and the ability to work independently under guidance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or higher) required.
• Two years of college credit, an associate’s degree, Praxis Paraprofessional Assessment, or CDA as alternative
• Highly motivated with strong organizational skills; able to coordinate multiple tasks
• Self-starter; able to work independently

Responsibilities

• Assist students in achieving social-emotional and academic success.
• Monitor student progress and maintain documentation.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and other staff.
• Assist students in understanding, practicing, and meeting classroom expectations and routines.
• Implement behavior support plans as directed by the teacher or student support team.
• Provide small-group or one-on-one instructional support under lead teacher.
• Support and promote the district’s mission, vision and values.

Skills

Organization skills

Self-motivation

multitasking

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Two years college credit

Associate’s degree or higher

Praxis Paraprofessional Assessment

CDA

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Early Childhood Paraprofessional

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma
• At least one (1) of the following:
  1. Two (2) years of college credit;
  2. An associate’s degree (or higher);
  3. Provide evidence of passing the Arkansas State Board of Education-adopted Praxis Paraprofessional Assessment
  4. Child Development Associate Credential (CDA)
• Highly motivated with strong organizational skills; able to coordinate multiple tasks at one time.
• Self-starter; able to work independently.

REPORTS TO: Principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 185 days with benefits provided according to Siloam Springs School Board policies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assisting students in achieving social- emotional and academic success.
• Monitor student progress and maintain documentation.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and other staff.
• Assist students in understanding, practicing, and meeting classroom expectations and daily routines
• Implement individualized behavior support plans or accommodations as directed by the teacher or student support team.
• Provide small-group or one-on-one instructional support under the direction of the lead teacher.
• Support and promote the district’s mission, vision and values.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Abide by state statutes, school board policies and regulations.
• Perform duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.