Intervention Paraprofessional & Library Assistant

AVONDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

AVONDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT seeks a Paraprofessional I/II for Desert Thunder School to support students and staff. Responsibilities include assisting with lesson planning, providing targeted instruction to individuals or small groups, and helping maintain a positive learning environment across classrooms and the cafeteria.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, college credits or an associate degree, and ability to pass background checks and fingerprint clearances.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 60 college credits (100 level or higher) or an Associate's degree
• Proficiency in English (verbal and written)
• First Aid and CPR certification (can be obtained by the district)
• Must pass a background check
• Must possess a valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance card
• Preference for AZ DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card
• General clerical experience (preferred)
• Ability to push, pull, or lift at least 30 pounds

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily and long-range lesson planning
• Conduct learning exercises with individuals or small groups
• Guide children to work and play harmoniously
• Alert teacher to special needs of students
• Provide escort and assistance to students as needed
• Supervise students in classroom, playground, and cafeteria
• Assist in maintaining neat work and study areas
• Prepare and collect educational materials (bulletin boards, charts, seat work, etc.)
• Attend in-service activities for instruction
• Administer reading, math, and language assessments as necessary
• Tutor students as needed
• Maintain files and records

Job description

AVONDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT seeks a Paraprofessional I/II for Desert Thunder School to support students and staff. Responsibilities include assisting with lesson planning, providing targeted instruction to individuals or small groups, and helping maintain a positive learning environment across classrooms and the cafeteria.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, college credits or an associate degree, and ability to pass background checks and fingerprint clearances.