POSITION TITLE: Paraprofessional, Instructional
JOB CODE: 435A (Kinder), 435B(MS), 435C(HS), 435D (ES), 435E( Pre-K)
DIVISION: Leadership
SALARY SCHEDULE: Paraprofessional
DEPARTMENT: Leadership
WORKDAYS: 181
REPORTS TO: Principal
PAY GRADE: NH0 (4, 5, 6, 7 or 8)
FLSA: Non-Exempt
PAY FREQUENCY: Monthly
PRIMARY FUNCTION: Works with students in completing educational activities under the supervision of the classroom teacher.
Requirements
- Educational Level: Hold an associate degree or higher in any subject from a GaPSC-accepted accredited institution; OR Have completed 2 years (60 semester hours) of college coursework above the remedial level at a GaPSC-accepted accredited institution with a grade of \"C\" or better. OR Hold a minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent and have passed the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment
- Certification/License Required: Must maintain Georgia Paraprofessional Certificate which includes in-service training related to position
- Experience: None
- Physical Activities: Routine physical activities required to fulfill job responsibilities; able to lift maximum 60 pounds; PE Paraprofessionals only-lessons frequently include demonstrating throwing, catching, kicking and striking; ability to get down on the floor and up again is frequently required to assist students; some movement of mats and equipment is expected
- Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication
The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.
Essential Duties
- Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
- Exhibits professionalism in all job-related situations; follows professional ethics in all work-related activities; presents a personal appearance which enhances the image of the school.
- Follows all county, state and federal policies and procedures.
- Conducts small group or individual classroom activities based on lesson plans developed by the teacher.
- Assists with supervision of students.
- Assists with student assessment, grading work and test and collecting data on student progress.
- Assists with routine record keeping.
- Assists with the preparation of materials for instruction.
- Locates, operates, and returns equipment required for classroom activities.
- Assists with classroom housekeeping.
- Assists in the ordering and inventory of classroom equipment and materials.
- Assists with school-wide supervision, such as loading/unloading buses.
- Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.