Paraeducator, Early Literacy Tutor (26-27)

Baltimore City Public Schools; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Baltimore City Public Schools is seeking a Paraeducator, Early Literacy Tutor to assist K-2 students identified with reading challenges. The role involves tutoring, data-informed progress monitoring, and classroom support to enhance literacy outcomes.

The position is grant-funded for two years with training and professional development provided to ensure effective job performance. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 48 college credits or MSDE ParaPro Assessment completed.
• One year of experience working with children.
• Knowledge of early literacy best practices.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain confidentiality.
• Effective written and oral communication.
• Commitment to educational equity.

Responsibilities

• Tutors individual and/or small groups of students in reading.
• Uses assessment data to monitor progress within a RTI model.
• Assists in administering tests and assessments.
• Maintains attendance logs and records; prepares instructional materials.
• Provides classroom support and manages routine instructional activities.
• Supervises students during off-site instruction and field trips.
• Supports daily living activities as appropriate.

Skills

Patience

Clear communication

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

MSDE ParaPro Assessment

Job description

Paraeducator, Early Literacy Tutor (26-27)

Baltimore City Public Schools

200 E. North Avenue

Job Number 8600042444

Start Date

Open Date

Closing Date

Works with students who have been identified as struggling readers in grades K through 2 to provide individual and/or small group reading tutoring. Other duties may include assessing student performance, motivating student learning, and assisting with classroom management and school culture.

This is a two-year grant funded position. Staff hired for this position will receive training and professional development to ensure they can effectively complete the job requirements.

Essential Functions

• Tutors individual and/or small groups of students in reading.
• Participates in planned training and professional development to grow knowledge base in early literacy content, pedagogy, and best practices.
• Uses a systematic process for collecting, organizing, and utilizing formative assessment data to monitor student progress within a response-to-intervention model
• Provides instructional assistance in support of student learning activities.
• Assists students individually and in small groups with instructional activities, skills reinforcement activities, and other activities that support instruction.
• Assists teacher in monitoring and managing student behavior and classroom management.
• Assists in administering tests and assessments.
• Observes and gathers assessment data on students and assists in reviewing assessments and progress reports.
• Discusses observations and progress of students with instructional staff.
• Prepares a variety of instructional materials, audio-visual aids, and reports, as requested.
• Assists in maintaining an inviting, neat, and safe classroom.
• Performs clerical support tasks including correction of tests and work papers, maintaining attendance logs, maintaining student folders and records, maintaining inventory, and reproduction of instructional related materials.
• Provides support and instructional assistance in writing, science, computer or other technology and ensures proper maintenance and care of laboratory equipment.
• Supervises and monitors students during off-site instruction and on field trips.
• May supervise play periods and playground activities of children.
• May assist students with daily living activities such as feeding and toileting including diapering when appropriate.
• Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school boards policies and the professional standards.

Desired Qualifications

Required

• Graduation from High school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
• At least forty-eight college credits from an accredited college /university OR successful completion of the MSDE ParaPro Assessment.
• One year of experience working with children.
• Knowledge of early literacy best practices preferred.
• Knowledge of tiered literacy interventions preferred.
• Certain positions may require that candidates demonstrate the ability to operate office, audio/visual, or other related equipment.
• Understanding of what motivates student learning.
• A commitment to educational equity.
• A belief that all children can learn.
• Knowledge and competency in business English, spelling punctuation, grammar and arithmetic.
• Ability to exercise patience and composure in working with children including those who have special needs.
• Ability to handle all matters in a professional and confidential manner.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to make decisions in accordance with BCPS policies, procedures and general practice.
• Ability to work effectively with staff and children.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain clerical and student records.
• Ability to perform routine and non-routine instructional tasks.

Preferred

Full time or Part time Full time

Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:

• Completed online application
• Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications.?It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
• Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications
• Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
• All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
• All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application

Benefits ?-- This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link:? http://www.baltimorecityschools.org

This position is affiliated with the Paraprofessionals and School Related Personnel (PSRP) bargaining unit.?

This position is affiliated with the City Retirement Plan.