Instructional Para-Educator Potential

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Highland Home (AL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Crenshaw County Schools in Luverne, Alabama seeks an Instructional Para-Educator to support classroom instruction and student learning in Title I settings. You will assist in implementing plans, providing supervision, and maintaining records.

The role requires an associate degree or 48 semester hours, ability to lift or move, and adherence to school policies. Training and background checks will be completed according to state regulations; reports to the Principal.

Qualifications

• Must hold an Associate's Degree or have completed 48 semester hours.
• WorkKeys test completed for Title I programs.
• Ability to lift, bend, and perform tasks as required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, goals, and priorities.
• Uphold school rules, policies, and procedures.
• Assist in the efficient operation of the school as directed by the principal.
• Maintain confidentiality of information pertaining to students and staff.
• Foster positive student attitudes toward citizenship and self-discipline.
• Plan regularly with assigned teacher and assist in testing activities.
• Keep records of student performances and assist in preparing materials for a positive learning environment.
• Perform clerical tasks and operate audiovisual equipment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Associate's Degree

48 semester hours

WORKKEYS test

Job description

JOB TITLE: Instructional Para-Educator
QUALIFICATIONS:
1.For Title I or Title I Targeted Assistance Program Schools Only:
a. Must hold an Associate's Degree (or)
b. Have completed a minimum of 48 semester hours of study at a regionally accredited institution of higher education (or)
c. Have successfully completed the Alabama State Board of Education approved WORKKEYS test.

3. Adequate strength and dexterity to perform all required tasks including
lifting, stooping, and bending.
4. Ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships
5. Meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama
statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

FLSA: Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO: Principal
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the system's approved
compensation plan.
Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by
the system.

REQUIRED DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, goals,
and priorities.
2. To understand and assist in upholding school rules, policies, and
procedures.
3. To participate in the efficient and effective operation of the school as
directed by the principal.
4. To respect the confidentiality of information pertaining to students
and staff.

5. To assist in fostering positive student attitudes toward citizenship, self-
discipline, morality, and patriotism.

6. Plan regularly with assigned teacher.
7. Work with individuals and groups of students as assigned.
8. Assist the teacher in student testing activities as assigned.
9. Keep charts and records of students' performances and
accomplishments as assigned. Assist the teacher in preparing materials
necessary for a positive learning environment.

10. Perform clerical tasks including inventory, filing, and typing; operate
audiovisual equipment; and care for equipment and materials.
11. Assist teacher with basic physical needs of students.
12. Take all the necessary precautions to provide for the safety and welfare of
students.
13. Attend and participate in individual, school, and system professional
development activities.
14. Maintain a cooperative working relationship with school staff, parents,
and community.
15. Promote good public relations for school system with the public.
Maintain the confidentiality of all school-related business.
16. Be familiar with and follow Board of Education policies.
17. Assume other reasonable job-related duties as assigned by the
immediate supervisor.

EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the
Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.
SOURCE: Crenshaw County Schools, Luverne, Alabama