Learning Support- Paraprofessional (classroom Assistant)

Donegal School District; Mount Joy Township (PA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Donegal School District is seeking a Learning Support- Paraprofessional (Classroom Assistant) to assist teachers with instructional and clerical tasks. The successful candidate will monitor exceptional students and prepare learning materials while maintaining confidentiality.

This part-time position in Mount Joy Township offers a schedule of 5.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday, and follows the student school schedule. It requires at least two years of post-secondary education and excellent interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Must have prior experience in dealing with students.
• Ability to listen, be patient, and interact with students.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional and clerical assistance to the Learning Support Teacher.
• Prepare learning materials for instructional use.
• Monitor and assist exceptional students as required.

Skills

Proficiency with computers

Clerical skills

Interpersonal skills

Understanding of child development

Education

At least two years of post-secondary education or associate degree

Job description

DONEGAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

• Role: Learning Support- Paraprofessional (Classroom Assistant)
• Building: Donegal PrimarySchool (DPS)
• Start Date: TBD
• Schedule: 10-month support staff
• Hours: Monday – Friday, 5.5hours per day (9:30AM – 3:30PM)
• Status: Part-time
• Pay Rate: $15 hr. Min
• Note: Follows the student school schedule

SUMMARY OF PURPOSE

This position is responsible for providing the Learning Support Teacher with instructional and clerical assistance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepares learning/instructional materials for teacher and student use.
• Carries‑out teacher's directions with respect to instructional support for students.
• Monitors and assists an individual exceptional student or students as required.
• Performs clerical duties as assigned.
• Monitors student behavior during indoor and outdoor activities.
• Performs other duties that may be assigned by the Learning Support Teacher or Principal.
• Maintains an optimum relationship with other staff members by being courteous and always mindful of the importance of confidentiality.
• Participates in, documents and submits annual staff development, as required by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, to the Director of Special Education and Pupil Services.
• Checks email and responds daily.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

Marginal Functions will vary with the specific assignment and depend on the particular position function for which the person is responsible.

SCOPE AND IMPACT

This position accomplishes most of its tasks through standardized operating procedures. Internal contacts include the teachers, students and the district office employees. The external contacts include parents and the general public.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

This position requires an understanding of the processes and procedures of a school. Must have completed at least two years of post secondary education, or possess an associate degree or higher or meet a rigorous standard of quality as demonstrated through a state or local assessment, as well as prior experience in dealing with students.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Proficiency with computers is preferred. Must possess some clerical skills. Must have excellent interpersonal skills using tact and diplomacy at all times. Confidentiality is essential. Must have the ability to listen, be patient and interact with students and have an understanding of child development.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL

Physical:Sit: 80%; walk/stand 20%

Lifting: May lift up to 60 lbs.

Vision: Normal

Mental: Ability to evaluate, interpret and analyze; written and verbal communications.

Environment:Normal classroom environment.

The above description covers the most significant essential and marginal functions but does not exclude other occasional responsibilities and accountabilities the inclusion of which would be in conformity with the major purpose of this job.