Kindergarten Learning Support Specialist

VETERANS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Bibb County Public Schools VETERANS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL in Macon, Georgia, is seeking a Paraprofessional for Kindergarten to support classroom activities and student supervision. The role involves helping with computer use, instructional software, and basic instructional tasks under teacher guidance.

Starting Date is anticipated, with a full-time, 182-day school year structure and a salary range per hour; the district offers competitive benefits and a work environment focused on student learning

Qualifications

• Two years of college (60 semester hours/90 quarter hours) required.
• Some experience working with children is desired.
• Experience with computers and instructional software is required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts small group or individual classroom activities based on lesson plans developed by the teacher.
• Assists with the supervision of students.
• Assists students with the operation of computers and the use of selected software.
• Checks, reviews and/or grades student classwork, homework and test; observes and reports on students' performance including their progress, weaknesses, special needs, etc.
• Assists with routine classroom record keeping.
• Assists with the preparation of materials for instruction (including copying and duplicating materials, constructing displays and bulletin boards, setting up and operating audio/visual materials/equipment, computers, etc.).
• Observes child behavior and reports observations as necessary.
• Assists students with classwork; works with children in need of special attention on an individual basis as needed.
• Monitors student behavior in classroom, cafeteria, playground, etc., as necessary.
• Performs clerical tasks and duties as necessary.
• Performs related duties as required or assigned.

Skills

Child development

Computer operation

Instructional software

Clear communication

Group instruction

Directed supervision

Clerical skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Instructing children

Professional decorum

Education

Two years of college (60 sem hrs / 90 qtr hrs)

Tools

Instructional software

Computers

Job description

Bibb County Public Schools VETERANS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL in Macon, Georgia, is seeking a Paraprofessional for Kindergarten to support classroom activities and student supervision. The role involves helping with computer use, instructional software, and basic instructional tasks under teacher guidance.

Starting Date is anticipated, with a full-time, 182-day school year structure and a salary range per hour; the district offers competitive benefits and a work environment focused on student learning