PARA - TITLE I - CENTURY ELEMENTARY

Grand Forks Public Schools; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Grand Forks Public Schools in Grand Forks, ND seeks a Classified nine‑month position to assist classroom and Title 1 teachers. You will help high‑risk students achieve their best, support reading and language arts, and contribute to planning and supervision under the guidance of licensed staff.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED; an associate or higher degree is preferred, with transcripts and Master Teacher Assessment as noted in ND guidelines.

Qualifications

• Associates (or higher) degree; transcript required.

Responsibilities

• Assist high‑risk students to reach their highest performance.
• Support reading and writing to supplement language arts instruction.
• Assist Title 1 Reading Specialist and classroom teachers.
• Update student reports and records; help with planning and supervision.
• Supervise students in groups and corridors; participate in trainings.

Skills

Basic academic skills

Communication

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates or higher degree

Elementary Education Degree preferred

Job description

• Location 3351 17th Avenue South, Grand Forks, ND, 58201, United States
• Base Pay $17.22 - $21.31 / Hour
• Job Category CLASSIFIED
• Employee Type Classified 9-Month

Education

High School Diploma or High School Equivalency, Elementary Education Degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Associates (or higher) degree (attach transcript in attachment section).
• Working knowledge in reading, writing, and math by completing two years (48 semester hours) at an institution of higher education (attach transcript in attachment section).
• Pass the Master Teacher Assessment test which is a North Dakota approved assessment of skills in reading, writing, and math (attach certificate in attachment section).

Basic academic skills, excellent communication and human relation skills. Desire to assist high-risk students to be successful remaining flexible according to varied student needs. Ability to remain open-minded, fair and motivated in this environment.

Job Goal

Assist Classroom and Title 1 teachers with instruction and small group activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assist high-risk students who have limited academic achievement to attain their highest level of performance.
2. Assist in the provision of reading and writing which will help to supplement students with extra support in language arts.
3. Assist Title 1 Reading Specialist and classroom teachers.
4. Assist in carrying out activities to achieve goals and objectives listed in the students’ assessments. Update students’ reports and records.
5. Assist students in instructional activities, curriculum modification, and adaptations with planning and supervision from the classroom teacher and Title 1 teacher.
6. Supervise students in small and large groups and in hallways.
7. Participate in training and in‑services to acquire specific skills needed to perform responsibilities.
8. Maintain high level of ethical behavior.
9. Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the district supervisor.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, walk and stand. Lift sixty (60) lbs. occasionally, with the ability to reach, stand, walk, carry, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, sit, and/or crawl. The ability to hear and see in order to communicate effectively as well as communicate clearly and concisely. Maintain mental capacity, allowing for effective interaction and communication with others. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

Terms of Employment

Nine (9) months, academic school year

Evaluation

Job performance will be evaluated by the Supervising Teacher, Building Administrator.

Additional Information

School: CENTURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL