Paraprofessional 2

Volusia County Schools; Deltona (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Volusia County Schools seeks a part-time Paraprofessional to support Title I Parent Involvement Programs at Forest Lake (Grades K-1). The role focuses on engaging families, coordinating outreach, and ensuring compliance with federal Title I requirements.

You will work under the School Principal, attend meetings, maintain records, and help translate or communicate with families as needed. The position emphasizes collaboration with staff and the district to boost parental participation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred: an Associate degree or higher.
• Experience with Title I or parent involvement programs is a plus.
• Bilingual abilities are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining Title I Parent Education Program as required.
• Attend and participate in meetings, workshops and trainings.
• Work with the principal to implement Title I laws and policies.
• Survey families to determine parent involvement needs.
• Provide activities to engage parents in student success.
• Maintain records, logs and reports for program evaluation.

Skills

Communication skills

Paraprofessional experience

English proficiency

Community engagement

Education

High School diploma, GED, or equivalent

Associate degree or higher

Job description

POSITION GOAL

To provide support for the design, delivery and effectiveness of the Title I School Based Parent Involvement Programs and activities associated with the Program as outlined under Section 1118 of NCLB. To help students meet or exceed learning goals and to master skills for continued schooling or work (Florida Statutes, 1002.38)

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• *Assist in maintaining a timely, viable, active and effective Title I Parent Education Program as required by Section 1118 of the No Child Left Behind Act of 2002.
• Attend and participate in Parent Involvement Regional Contact meetings, staff meetings, workshops and training sessions for program effectiveness and compliance.
• *Work with the principal to ensure all Title I parent involvement laws and policies are implemented.
• *Survey families in the assigned Title I school to determine specific parent involvement needs.
• *Work with the principal to ensure Title I families are informed about Title I services and the eligibility requirements for Title I services.
• *Provide activities for engaging parents in helping their child/children succeed in school, and provide assistance to parents in understanding information concerning general student expectations.
• *Implement school-based parent outreach activities related to the instructional objectives of the Family Education Program.
• Maintain a strong and current knowledge base of research and materials that may be recommended to parents.
• Encourage parents to utilize leadership skills through the District’s advisory councils.
• *Work with the principal to maintain current research-based resources related to literacy instruction for educationally disadvantaged children.
• *Abide by all procedures and policies of the school board, state rules and laws, and other governing laws and rules.
• *Provide school-based support and coordination of the program to teachers regarding the design and implementation of the parent outreach activities with appropriate documentation for annual evaluations of all implemented programs.
• *Collaborate with the District Parent Liaison, Title I to ensure that special program efforts are consistent with the goals of the district school curriculum in Title I.
• *Work with the principal to implement annual meetings to which all parents of participating children are invited to explain Title I and district Title I programs.
• *Maintain current and accurate records, logs and reports for effective communication, documentation, departmental statistics, accountability, and annual program evaluation to determine what, if any, action need be taken to increase parental participation and reporting as required by the District, State, and Federal regulations.
• *Coordinate Title I Parent Involvement Programs with other school parent involvement programs in order to utilize available resources and avoid duplication of services.
• *Present a positive and professional image of the school/district to parents and the community.
• *Keep in confidence personally identifiable information obtained in the course of professional service, unless disclosure serves professional purposes or is required by law.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal related to Title I Parent Involvement.

*Denotes essential job function/ADA

Position Summary

Position Code:659401200

Subject: Primary

Grade Levels: K-1

School/Site: Forest Lake

Hours: 3

Months: 9

Required Qualifications/Certifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• For Parent Involvement Program or Translator Duties only: Holds a High School diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent
• For Combined Title I and Parent Involvement Program Duties: Meet the Highly Qualified Personnel standards/ Holds an Associates (or higher) degree; or Completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (48 hours); or Passed the Para Pro Assessment test and Holds a High School diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent
• Successful completion of the Volusia County Schools’ (VCS) substitute teacher training course (STAR) within one (1) year of the hire date
• Proficient in English and a language other than English and used widely by parents of students in the school preferred

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Possess a clear understanding of state and district rules and policies relevant to paraprofessionals [1012.38(3)b]
• Ability to understand the unique challenges of students and parents/ families in need and to treat them with respect
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including presentations and publications
• Effective planning and organizational skills to create and maintain documents, records, and reports as required by the Program
• Ability to use tools of technology in specialty field for research, assisting in the classroom instruction and program documentation
• Ability to conduct parent education workshops, with training
• Ability to provide services to enhance student participation in Title I programs by acting as a translator
• Ability to understand child development concepts
• Ability to accurately assess objective evaluations for Principal review and recording
• Proven ability to work productively, cooperatively and effectively with school and professional staff, students and parents/ families, school community, and outside agencies as a member of a leadership team
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding students and student records as stated in the Family Right to Privacy Act (FRPA)
• Ability to project a positive and professional image regarding the Title I Program and the schools and students enrolled in the program
• Ability to accomplish tasks with a minimum of supervision
• Ability to supervise students when accompanying them to various assigned areas (only with proof of required training)

REPORTS TO School Principal

SUPERVISES Not Applicable

To take the ParaPro test, please contact the Educational Testing Service (ETS) directly to schedule an appointment at one of their designated test centers. You can find more information and register atPara Pro Test.The test fee is $85.00.

Salary Info

$15.00 to $16.68 per hour