Paraprofessional, Instructional Title 1 (Part-Time) (Rate $17.50 per hour)

Omaha Public Schools; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Omaha Public Schools Fullerton Elementary in Omaha, Nebraska seeks a Part-Time Instructional Paraprofessional Title 1 to support teachers and students. Work August through May, 10-month schedule, 5.5 hours daily, with wage at $17.50 per hour.

Responsibilities include data collection, progress monitoring, and assisting in instruction and supervision. Qualified candidates may have an Associate's degree or equivalent (or demonstrated competency), and must maintain confidentiality while handling

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent, or competency testing in reading/writing/math.
• Maintain high level of confidentiality for student and staff information.
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, twist, balance, stoop, climb and reach overhead.

Responsibilities

• Reinforce learning for individual students or small groups under supervision.
• Develop and maintain professional rapport with classroom teachers and staff.
• Assist with arrival, dismissal, lunch supervision and daily classroom activities.
• Assist with grading and reviewing homework as instructed.
• Monitor student progress and maintain data/records of performance.

Skills

Regular daily attendance

Diversity support

Flexibility

Confidentiality

Data collection

Education

Associate's degree

48 semester hours / 72 quarter hours

Competency test proficiency (reading/writing/math)

Tools

Educational technology software

Computers

Job description

Paraprofessional, Instructional Title 1 (Part-Time) (Rate $17.50 per hour)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION/JOB TITLE: Instructional/Educational Paraprofessional Title 1 - Part Time - Work August through May when students are in session.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Instructional Paraprofessional’s primary responsibilities include assisting the classroom teacher(s) and other support personnel with instruction. The Paraprofessional also helps monitor student progress and performance by collecting data and maintaining records.

MINIMUM JOB RELATED QUALIFICATIONS

• An Associate's degree, OR completion of 48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours at an institution of higher learning, OR demonstrated proficiency in the ability to assist in the instruction of reading, writing and mathematics via state or locally approved competency test.
• Maintain high level of confidentiality regarding student and staff information.
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, twist, balance, stoop, climb steps and reach overhead

QUALIFICATIONS

• Committed to helping all children learn - assist students and reinforce learning concepts for individual or smallgroups
• Willingness to participate in professional development and in-service trainings
• Regular daily attendance is essential
• Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness
• Ability to work with diverse populations and handle situations with tact and diplomacy
• Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly and professional manner
• Possess the manual dexterity, physical ability and stamina for a full day of various physical activity

OTHER INFORMATION:

Reports to: Building Principal

Work Schedule: 5.50hours per day, Monday through Friday, 10 Month, Non-Exempt

Salary: Wages are administered consistent with negotiated agreement or board adopted salary schedule.

JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of materials or skills initially introduced and outlined by certified staff.
• Develop and maintain a professional rapport with classroom teacher and other staff.
• Assist students at arrival and dismissal of school.
• Assist in the supervision of students during lunch and recess periods.
• Assist with grading and reviewing homework as instructed by the classroom teacher.
• Assist teachers in monitoring, collecting data and maintaining records regarding student performance and progress.
• Ability to perform routine classroom management and maintenance duties.
• Performs assigned supervision of students during lunch periods and recess periods.
• Ability to organize and retrieve materials and organize schedules according to guidelines.
• Knowledge of computers with the ability to assist students with educational technology to include software.
• Performs other duties as assigned

* NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Aligned with the mission of the Omaha Public Schools is the commitment to educational equity for all students, staff and patrons of the school system. In all places and in all activities of the Omaha Public Schools, it is expected that every individual will be treated in a fair and equitable manner. All conduct will reflect a belief in the dignity and value of each person regardless of the individual’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, citizenship status, or economic status.

Omaha Public Schools Fullerton Elementary - Omaha, Nebraska

Position Type:

Part-Time

Salary:

$17.50 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 3215 Cuming Street
• Omaha, Nebraska 68131
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]