ISS/STOP Parapro

COWETA COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Northside Elementary School in Georgia seeks a STOP/ISS Paraprofessional for an 183-day calendar. The role provides competent support to the classroom teacher in implementing instructional programs and assists with activities, materials, and student assessment.

The position requires an Associate Degree or 90 quarter hours or 60 semester hours or successful GACE testing; bilingual abilities (English/Spanish) are a plus, with emphasis on organizing groups and maintaining classroom order.

Qualifications

• Qualify for Paraprofessional Certificate by Associate Degree or higher or 90 quarter hours or 60 semester hours or pass GACE.
• If taking GACE, provide high school diploma copy for PSC submission to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to classroom teachers in implementing instructional programs.
• Assist teacher with activities and materials as directed.
• Meet and instruct assigned groups/individuals as scheduled by the teacher.
• Prepare instructional materials and organize classroom activities.
• Provide feedback on student progress and behavior to the teacher.
• Maintain accurate records as required and assist with classroom management.

Skills

Organizational skills

Group management

Communication (oral/written)

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Associate degree or 90 quarter hours or 60 semester hours

Job description

POSITION TITLE: STOP/ISS PARAPROFESSIONAL 183 Day Calendar

Northside Elementary School

$14.57 an hour 7.5 hours a day (Prorated if you do not start in August)

Job Description

• To provide competent support and assistance to the classroom teacher(s) in the full implementation of the instructional programs of the school.
• To perform such tasks as may be assigned by the teacher in support of the instructional program and activities of the class.
• Meets and instructs assigned groups and individuals in the locations and at the times designated by the teacher.
• Presents materials required in the teaching assignment within the content limitations of the system curriculum guides and under the direction of the teacher.
• Helps the teacher implement programs of study that, as much as possible meet the individual needs, interest, and abilities of the students.
• Assist in creating a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Prepares for groups and/or individuals assigned, and shows evidence of such preparation.
• Provides the teacher input for assessing the accomplishments of students.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete and correct records as required.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct.
• Helps the teacher enforce reasonable rules of classroom behavior and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Provides feedback to learners about their academic progress and behavior.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required.
• Reproduces, organize, distributes, and collects instructional materials for implementation of instructional programs.
• Complies with any reasonable oral or written directive of the teacher, the principal, or other appropriate administration or supervisor.

Required Education, Certification Or Training

Qualify for a Paraprofessional Certificate by either holding an Associate Degree or higher or 90 college quarter hours or 60 semester hours or pass the assessment test for paraprofessionals (GACE). If you are taking the GACE, we need a copy of your high school diploma to submit to PSC to get your certification.

Required Skills

• The ability to organize, direct, and control small and large groups of children in a variety of activities and settings.
• Proficiency required in oral and written communication (English and Spanish preferred).
• The ability to adjust to changing conditions and situations.

Required Experience

Experience in working with and directing the activities of children, preferably in education.

Qualifications

The Coweta County Board of Education reserves the right to accept equivalent

qualifications as the Board may deem appropriate and acceptable.

EEO / Diversity Statement

The Coweta County School System does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices.