Future Instructional Assistant/Paraprofessional- SPED Para

Hamburg School District; Hamburg (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Hamburg School District invites applications for a Paraprofessional position to support teachers and students. This role assists with lesson plans, tutoring, and classroom management under certified staff supervision.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, and may need ParaPro exam or credits. Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential, with confidentiality a must.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• ParaPro Praxis exam or 60 college credits required.
• Experience with children preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Patience, flexibility and a positive attitude.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with lesson plans and instructional activities.
• Provide individualized student support, tutoring, and behavior management.
• Assist with classroom management and organization.
• Supervise students in classrooms, lunchrooms and on playgrounds.
• Prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Support students with special needs under direction of staff.
• Communicate effectively with students, teachers, parents and admins.
• Participate in professional development and staff meetings as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by teacher or administration.
• Respond to administrative requests promptly.
• Follow district policies and laws.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

Flexibility

Positive attitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ParaPro exam or 60 credits

Job description

We are not currently hiring for certified teaching positions; however, we anticipate several openings for the next school year. If you are interested in joining the Hamburg School District, we invite you to apply in advance. Submitting your application now allows us to review your qualifications promptly when positions become available.

Parapro

• The school paraprofessional assists teachers and other school personnel in providing educational and related services to students. They work under the supervision of certified teachers, helping to implement lesson plans, provide individualized attention, and support the overall educational environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Passing score on the ParaPro Praxis Exam OR 60 hours of college credit
• Previous experience working with children preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Patience, flexibility, and a positive attitude.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of student information.

REPORTS TO:

• Building Principal
• Superintendent

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist teachers in implementing lesson plans and instructional activities.
• Provide individualized support to students, including tutoring and behavior management.
• Assist with classroom management and organization.
• Supervise students in various settings, such as classrooms, lunchrooms, and playgrounds.
• Assist in the preparation of instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Provide support to students with special needs, under the direction of special education staff.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and records.
• Communicate effectively with students, teachers, parents, and administrators.
• Participate in professional development activities and staff meetings as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the teacher or school administration.
• Respond to administrative requests promptly.
• Comply with all federal and state laws and district policies.
• Comply with regulations as to hours of arrival and departure from school.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Frequent walking throughout the school campus
• Moderate lifting or carrying (less than 30 pounds).
• Sitting for extended periods.
• Standing for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity for the use of office equipment and technology.
• Maintain emotional control and exercise reasoning and problem-solving skills while under stress.
• Must be able to interpret procedures and analyze data for decision-making.
• Perform all duties safely and responsibly. Observe all safety precautions.