Elementary Paraprofessional: Reading & Math Intervention Aid

Applitrack; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumter School District is seeking a paraprofessional for Bates Middle School to support classroom instruction under a certified teacher. The position emphasizes helping to maintain a positive learning environment and delivering targeted reading and math support to identified students.

The candidate will collaborate with teachers to implement daily learning activities and assist with progress monitoring, accommodations, and small-group instruction as part of the instructional mission.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher required.
• 60 credits toward a degree program acceptable.
• Praxis Para Pro or equivalent exam required/advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Under guidance of the classroom teacher, maintains a positive learning environment.
• Assists with daily learning experiences aligned to grade-level practices.
• Collaborates with the teacher on curriculum planning and interventions.
• Provides accommodations for identified students in reading and math.
• Helps promote a safe, healthy learning environment.
• Supports individualized instruction for struggling students and small groups.
• Monitors and reports student progress to teachers.

Skills

Assistance in reading support

Small group instruction

Collaboration with teachers

Education

Associate degree

60 college credits

Praxis Para Pro or equivalent

Tools

Educational software

Job description

Sumter School District is seeking a paraprofessional for Bates Middle School to support classroom instruction under a certified teacher. The position emphasizes helping to maintain a positive learning environment and delivering targeted reading and math support to identified students.

The candidate will collaborate with teachers to implement daily learning activities and assist with progress monitoring, accommodations, and small-group instruction as part of the instructional mission.