Paraprofessional - PreK

Young World Physical Education; Kenner (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Parish Schools seeks a full-time Paraprofessional for the TOM BENSON SCHOOL in Kenner, LA, to support Pre-K instruction and student activities.

The role requires assisting teachers with routines, preparing materials, and maintaining a safe, organized classroom. CPR certification and ability to work with diverse groups are expected.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 48 hours of approved college courses or pass ParaPro Praxis with HS diploma or equivalency.
• Eighteen (18) years of age or older.
• Satisfactory performance in interview.
• Experience working with children is desirable.
• Ability to adapt to various working environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher with instruction responsibilities and daily routine.
• Interact with and support children throughout the day.
• Assist in weekly curriculum planning and in preparing materials.

Skills

English communication

CPR certification

Classroom collaboration

Education

Associate Degree

48 college hours

ParaPro Praxis

HS diploma or equivalency

Job description

Paraprofessional - PreK

Jefferson Parish Schools TOM BENSON SCHOOL - Kenner, Louisiana

Job Description

Scope of Responsibilities

• The essential role of the Pre‑Kindergarten Paraeducator is to assist the teacher with instruction responsibilities.

Performance Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Interact, support and encourage children throughout the day.
• Assist the teacher in implementing all components of the daily routine (breakfast, small group, outdoor play).
• Assist the teacher in assessing students’ progress.
• Participate in weekly curriculum planning.
• Instruct students in the appropriate use of classroom materials and equipment.
• Assist the teacher with classroom management and in developing the students’ problem‑solving skills.
• Assist the teacher in preparing materials for daily/weekly activities.
• Participate in school visits.
• Assist the teacher with the registration and screening of applicants.
• Attend regularly scheduled pre‑kindergarten staff development activities as required by program guideline.
• Reports to assigned duties involving pre‑kindergarten children (breakfast, small group, outdoor play).
• Assist the teacher in maintaining a safe and clean learning environment.
• Assist the teacher with beginning and end of the day procedures.
• To work with individual, small and/or large groups of students.
• To assist pre‑kindergarten students in following the instructions of the teacher.
• To provide instructional leadership when working with a substitute teacher.
• Notify the principal or designated person of impending absences.
• Maintain CPR certification.
• Perform all other duties assigned by the principal and Early Childhood Coordinator.

Work Environment / Hours Worked

• A pre‑kindergarten Paraeducator is required to work in a school setting, climate‑controlled environment, and in outside areas subject to climate extremes.
• Work day is consistent with teacher hours at assigned school.

Communication Skills

• Must be able to effectively communicate in English both orally and in writing.
• Must have ability to accurately give and receive information and must be able to communicate successfully and pleasantly with students, school personnel, and pre‑kindergarten program personnel.

Equipment Used

• Telephone, copy machine, classroom computer, audio‑visual equipment and other appropriate technology.

Physical Involvement

• Standing, walking, reaching, bending, lifting up to ten (10) pounds is sometimes required.
• Must be able to operate classroom equipment.
• Must have sufficient mobility to move to various locations on the school site.

Mental Involvement

• Must be able to plan and implement appropriate educational activities that support the teacher’s plans.
• Must understand and interpret written and verbal instructions.
• Must keep accurate, up‑to‑date records and give precise instructions.
• Must comply with state and parish regulations and pre‑kindergarten program guidelines.
• Must utilize effective classroom management techniques.
• Must work compatibly with students, teachers, school personnel, parents, and pre‑kindergarten program personnel.
• Must respond positively to supervision and accept suggestions for improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

• An Associate Degree OR
• Forty‑eight (48) hours of approved college courses OR
• Pass ParaPro Praxis and have high school diploma and/or equivalency.
• Eighteen (18) years of age or older.
• Satisfactory performance in interview.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience working with children.
• Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood.
• Experience working with adults.
• Ability to adapt to various working environments.

Compensation

• JP Schools offers a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience.
• JPSchools also offers a competitive benefits package.

Position Type

Full‑Time

Contact Information

• SOMMER ANDERSON‑PICOU, Principal
• TOM BENSON SCHOOL
• Phone: 504‑443‑1361
• Email: sommer.anderson‑[e-mail]