Paraprofessional Emergency Substitute - Desert Thunder School 26/27 SY

Avondale Elementary School; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Avondale Elementary School District seeks a Paraprofessional Emergency Substitute for Desert Thunder School. In the absence of the classroom teacher, this role supports instruction, monitors behavior, and assists with learning activities to maintain a productive classroom environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, AZ substitute teaching certification, and fingerprint clearance. Experience with children and basic clerical tasks are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion para educator assessment, 60 college credits (100 level or higher), or an Associate's degree.
• Must possess a valid AZ substitute teaching certificate.
• Prior experience working with children is preferred.
• Must possess a Valid AZ DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• General clerical experience preferred.
• Must be able to push, pull, or lift weights of at least 30 pounds.
• Must be proficient in the use of the English language, both verbal and written (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Follows professional practices consistent with the school district policies in working with Students, parents, and staff.
• Maintains a discipline and classroom that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with district policies.
• Ensures adequate supervision to assure health, welfare, and safety of all students.
• Reports to office upon arrival at school; checks mailboxes of absent teacher for materials requiring immediate attention; obtain duty schedules; requests clarification of school rules and procedures.
• Implement lesson plans, while ensuring the integrity of academic time and in a manner that motivates students to learn and participate.
• Reports all students injuries, accidents, illness, and discipline problems to the appropriate authority immediately or as s reasonably possible.
• Acts in a professional manner.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by building administrator(s) in accordance with school/district policies.

Skills

English proficiency

Clerical skills

Student support

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

60 college credits (100 level or higher) or Associate's degree

AZ substitute teaching certificate

Valid AZ DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card

Prior experience working with children

General clerical experience

Ability to push, pull, or lift weights of at least 30 pounds

Proficient in English language

Job description

Paraprofessional Emergency Substitute - Desert Thunder School 26/27 SY JobID: 2464

Location: Desert Thunder School

General Description

In the absence of the classroom teacher, the paraprofessional provides instruction, encourages student progress, and manages the learning environment as assigned

Qualifications

1. Must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent
2. Successful completion para educator assessment, 60 college credits (100 level or higher), or an Associate's degree
3. Must possess a valid AZ substitute teaching certificate
4. Prior experience working with children is (preferred)
5. Must possess a Valid AZ DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card
6. General clerical experience (preferred)
7. Must be able to push, pull, or lift weights of at least 30 pounds
8. Must be proficient in the use of the English language, both verbal and written (preferred)

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Follows professional practices consistent with the school district policies in working with Students, parents, and staff
2. Maintains a discipline and classroom that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with district policies
3. Ensures adequate supervision to assure health, welfare, and safety of all students
4. Reports to office upon arrival at school; checks mailboxes of absent teacher for materials requiring immediate attention; obtain duty schedules; requests clarification of school rules and procedures
5. Implement lesson plans, while ensuring the integrity of academic time and in a manner that motivates students to learn and participate
6. Reports all students injuries, accidents, illness, and discipline problems to the appropriate authority immediately or as s reasonably possible.
7. Acts in a professional manner
8. Performs other related duties as assigned by building administrator(s) in accordance with school/district policies