Paraprofessional, PreK

Fulton Schools; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Fulton County Schools seeks a paraprofessional to support classroom instruction under the supervision of instructional staff. Responsibilities include assisting the teacher with materials, reinforcing learning objectives in small groups, and helping with daily routines and supervision during lunch, recess, and bus duty.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, with specific Georgia certifications or degrees as outlined by Bright From the Start and GaPSC guidelines, and 0–1 year of

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must pass the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment or have a Technical Certificate of Credit in Early Childhood Education in lieu of passing GACE.
• An associate degree or higher from a GaPSC-accredited institution is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher with classroom organization, management, and instructional development.
• Prepare educational materials for students.
• Work individually or in small groups to reinforce learning objectives.
• Assist with daily routines: distributing/collecting supplies, attendance, and instructional quality guidelines.
• Participate in lunchroom, recess, hall-monitoring, and bus duties.
• Prepare and maintain learning centers for instruction.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the administrator.

Skills

Follow directions

Excellent communication

Good organizational skills

Classroom experience with children

Education

High School Diploma or GED

GACE Paraprofessional or Early Childhood Education certificate

Associate's degree or higher (GaPSC accredited)

Job description

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Provides assistance with classroom organization, management, and presentation/development of classroom instruction; Works under general supervision of the instructional staff

• Works closely with the Pre-Kindergarten teacher and students
• Follows the operating guidelines required by the Georgia Pre-Kindergarten program
• Assists the teacher in the preparation of educational materials for students
• Works individually with students and/or in small groups to help reinforce learning objectives
• Assists with all aspects of the daily routine, including distributing and collecting supplies, keeping attendance records, and all other instructional Quality guidelines as assigned
• Participates in lunchroom, recess, hall-monitoring, and bus duties
• Assists with preparing and maintaining learning centers for instruction
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Required Education

High School Diploma or GED required

Must pass the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment or must have Technical Certificate of Credit in Early Childhood Education in lieu of passing GACE Assessment an Associate's Degree or higher at a GaPSC accepted accredited institution is acceptable

Certification/Licensure

Must meet Bright From the Start requirements as indicated under "Education" above

Experience Qualifications

0 - 1year of experience required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to understand and follow directions
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Good organizational skills
• Classroom experience and/or proven ability to work with children preferred

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift and carry 30-50 pounds with assistance
• Ability to push or pull a maximum of 50 pounds
• Typically sitting, standing, walking
• May require stooping or crouching

It is the policy of the Fulton County School System not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service. If you wish to make a complaint or request accommodation or modification due to discrimination in any program, activity, or service, contact Compliance Coordinator Gonzalo LaCava, 6201 Powers Ferry Rd, NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30339, or phone [phone].TTY 1-800-255-0135.

Fulton County Schools - 6201 Powers Ferry Road NW, Atlanta, GA 30339 - 470-254-3600