Paraprofessional: Classroom Support with Benefits

Lakewood Township School District; Lakewood Township (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Lakewood Township School District is seeking a Classroom Paraprofessional to support students across the district. The role involves assisting in reading, writing, and mathematics under certified staff supervision, and working with individuals or small groups.

Reports to the Principal, Classroom Teacher, Specialist (Mathematics/Reading) or Department Director/Supervisor; 10 months per year with benefits; duties include instructional support in various learning environments and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Passing ETS Parapro Assessment Score is required.
• An Associate's degree (or higher) is required.
• Completion of two years of study (60 College Credit Minimum) is required.
• Must meet a rigorous standard demonstrating knowledge of and ability to assist in reading, writing, and mathematics instruction or readiness.

Responsibilities

• Assume a supportive role with students in an individualized or small group instructional setting, as directed by the certified staff member(s).
• Use and prepare material and resources as directed by the certified staff member(s).
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with parents, students, peers, and employer.
• Adhere to policies and procedures adopted by the Board of Education and state/federal regulations relevant to the position.
• Provide intellectual, emotional, social and physical needs of the students as directed by the certified staff member(s).
• Demonstrate competence in work: prompt and punctual in completion of assignments.
• Participate in workshops, in-service programs and staff meetings as required.
• Assist students with disabilities with personal needs (feeding, diapering, toileting, dressing, etc.).
• Assist students with disabilities to move between activities; may require lifting ability.
• Assist students with disabilities on and off the bus.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor.
• Assist with classroom management.
• Provide instructional assistance in computer lab, library or media center.

Skills

ETS Parapro Assessment Score

Education

Associate's degree

60 College Credit Minimum

Two years of study

Job description

Lakewood Township School District is seeking a Classroom Paraprofessional to support students across the district. The role involves assisting in reading, writing, and mathematics under certified staff supervision, and working with individuals or small groups.

Reports to the Principal, Classroom Teacher, Specialist (Mathematics/Reading) or Department Director/Supervisor; 10 months per year with benefits; duties include instructional support in various learning environments and collaboration with