Paraprofessional - All Buildings

WEST PLAINS R-7 SCHOOL DISTRICT; West Plains (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

WEST PLAINS R-7 SCHOOL DISTRICT is hiring for a Paraprofessional role, responsible for assisting students individually and in groups, and assisting classroom teachers in various activities.

The role requires 60 college hours preferred and/or a paraprofessional exam, along with the ability to positively interact with students and staff. Responsibilities include maintaining classroom order and support for students, ensuring a conducive learning environment.

Qualifications

• 60 college hours preferred and/or paraprofessional exam.
• Ability to deal pleasantly with staff, students, and the public.
• Demonstrated aptitude for successfully performing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist students individually and/or in small groups.
• Provide input in selecting activities for students.
• Maintain accurate records such as grades and attendance.

Skills

Ability to deal pleasantly with staff, students, and the public

Demonstrated aptitude for performing tasks

Education

60 college hours or paraprofessional exam

Job description

Paraprofessional - All Buildings (26-27 School Year)

The West Plains School District is currently accepting applications for the position of paraprofessional for the current and upcoming school year. A paraprofessional is responsible for assisting students individually and/or in small groups as well as assisting classroom teachers with class activities. A complete list of responsibilities and qualifications is listed below for review. This position is considered open until all positions are filled.

Qualifications

• 60 college hours Preferred and/or paraprofessional exam.
• Demonstrated aptitude for successfully performing tasks of the kind listed below.
• Ability to deal pleasantly with staff, students, and the public.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Performance Responsibilities

1. Displays and understanding of district curriculum.
2. Maintains appropriate knowledge of subject matter contained in each discipline.
3. Employs a variety of teaching techniques appropriate to the functioning level of students and the instructional objectives demonstrated by the teacher.
4. Provides opportunities for the students to experience success in instructional activities.
5. Promotes maximum student involvement in instructional activities.
6. Incorporates instructional prescriptions or remediation and/or enrichment.
7. Provides input in selecting activities appropriate to the abilities, need and interests of the students.
8. Assists in the organization and preparation of appropriate institutional materials.
9. Assists in maintaining the classroom in a functional, attractive and orderly environment conducive to student learning (i.e. bulletin boards, displays, posters, etc.)
10. Provides students with timely written or verbal feedback.
11. Provides teachers feedback on student performance.
12. Assists students with evaluating their own performance.
13. Assists the teacher in maintaining student progress reports.
14. Maintain accurate records such as grades, attendance, etc.
15. Assists the teacher in complying with IEP deadlines and objectives.
16. Reproduces materials for learning activities.
17. Assists in preparation/dissemination of correspondence.
18. Assists the teacher in evaluating student work (i.e. tests, quizzes, etc.)
19. Assists the teacher in obtaining and using audio-visual equipment.
20. Demonstrates appropriate motivational techniques.
21. Enforces behavioral expectations as directed by the classroom teacher.
22. Demonstrates effective techniques to maintain appropriate behavior.
23. Manages discipline problems in accordance with administrative regulations, school board policies, and legal requirements.
24. Maintains confidential nature of all school related matters.
25. Other duties assigned by the superintendent.