Paraprofessional - Pre-K (Title I)

Elkhart Community Schools; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Elkhart Community Schools is seeking a paraprofessional to assist teachers in reading, writing and mathematics for students. The role requires 6.5 hours per day, 184 days per year, with a competitive hourly wage.

Qualifications include at least 48 college credits or an Associate's degree, and demonstrated ability to support reading readiness, clear English communication, and a positive, independent work attitude. Documents to upload include resume and college transcripts or Para Pro results.

Qualifications

• Completion of at least 48 hours of earned college credit at an institution of higher education, or obtained an Associate's degree (or higher)
• Ability to assist in reading, writing, and mathematics, or reading readiness as appropriate
• Experience working with children; strong English communication; independent and proactive work ethic.

Skills

Reading & writing support

Mathematics support

Reading readiness support

Experience with children

Communication

Independent work

Education

Associate's degree or higher

48 college credits

Job description

Schedule:

6.5 hours per day; 184 days per year.

Qualifications:

Required: Completion of at least 48 hours of earned college credit at an institution of higher education, or obtained an Associate's degree (or higher), or met a rigorous standard of quality

and can demonstrate, through a formal State or local assessment (Para Pro Assessment Test): (a)knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics, or (b)

knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing reading readiness, as appropriate. Experience working with children; wholesome and understanding attitude toward children; ability to use proper English and communicate well; pleasing personality; willingness to learn and expand general knowledge; ability to take initiative and work independently. Regular and timely attendance is an essential function of this position.

Documents To Be Uploaded With This Application

• Resume
• Copy of college transcripts or copy of Para Pro test results

Salary

$15.28 - $19.44 per hour.