Elementary Instructional Aide—Supportive Paraprofessional

PULASKI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

PULASKI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL in Little Rock, AR is seeking an Aide to support a classroom teacher and certified staff. This regular instructional paraprofessional role requires assisting with lesson prep, managing student activities, and reinforcing instructional activities.

Starting immediately, the 9.25-month contract includes benefits; applicants should have 60 college hours or an associate degree or pass the ParaPro exam, with a focus on confidentiality and positive interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• 60 semester credit hours from a regionally accredited institution, or an associate degree, or pass the ParaPro Praxis Exam (457+).
• Demonstrates competence for assigned responsibilities.
• Computer technology skills are required.
• Commitment to confidentiality of records and to quality desegregated education.

Responsibilities

• Reinforces instructional activities with students as prescribed.
• Assists in the preparation of lesson plans and instructional materials.
• Assumes responsibility for being prepared to perform instructional duties as prescribed.
• Learns the curriculum content of the classes in which he/she assists.
• Assists individual children in need of special attention.
• Implements behavior management techniques.
• Assists in data collection.
• Assists the teacher with maintenance of the classroom.
• Assist with duties such as lunchroom, recess, bus, etc.
• Participates in-services, staffing, faculty meetings, etc.
• Completes daily work schedules as assigned.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Computer skills

Education

60 semester credit hours

Associate Degree

ParaPro Praxis Exam 457+

Job description

PULASKI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL in Little Rock, AR is seeking an Aide to support a classroom teacher and certified staff. This regular instructional paraprofessional role requires assisting with lesson prep, managing student activities, and reinforcing instructional activities.

Starting immediately, the 9.25-month contract includes benefits; applicants should have 60 college hours or an associate degree or pass the ParaPro exam, with a focus on confidentiality and positive interpersonal skills.