Part-Time Paraprofessional at Seacoast Classical Academy

SAU 16; East Kingston (NH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

SAU 16 in East Kingston, NH, seeks a classroom assistant to support certified staff in a 5th grade setting at Seacoast Classical Academy. The role emphasizes safety, supervision, and fostering a positive learning environment for students with special needs.

You will prepare materials, monitor activities, and communicate with teachers regarding student progress. The position requires a High School diploma or equivalent, with college degree preferred, and prior experience working with children.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.
• Prior experience working with children.
• Ability to establish supportive relationships with students, including those with special needs.
• Strong communication and confidentiality in interactions with staff, students and families.

Responsibilities

• Assist certified staff in supporting students in the classroom.
• Prepare materials and supervise children during school activities, recess, bus arrival and dismissal.
• Maintain a safe, organized, respectful learning environment and follow school rules.
• Communicate with teachers and other professionals about duties and student progress.
• Participate in staff development activities and support school initiatives.

Skills

Instruction following

Supportive relationship with students

Math basic skills

Computer literacy (Google, Word, Excel

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Reporting to supervisor

Communication skills (oral & written)

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Job description

Position

Under the direct supervision of a certified special education staff member, to assist certified professional staff in supporting students in the classroom. This is an East Kingston Position that will take place at Seacoast Classical Academy in a 5th grade classroom.

These Duties Include

• Preparation of materials.
• Supervision of children in the classroom, in school activities, at recess, during bus arrival and dismissal, and at other times when asked.
• Primary concern during supervision is to keep children:
  • safe physically and emotionally;
  • following rules;
  • developing problem solving skills;
  • communicating with adults regarding their interactions while at school.
• Communication with teachers and other professionals regarding duties.
• Participation in staff development activities within the school day.

Evaluation Of Performance Will Include

• Quality/Quantity of work
• Accurate/Thorough
• Able to plan and implement small group instruction
• Student planners/notebooks completed in professional manner & consistently charts progress
• Sound Judgment/Decision-making exhibited

Work habits

• Organized and effectively uses time to support students
• Dependable; initiates communication
• Adaptable/Flexible, volunteers & assists as needed
• Positive, respectful and cooperative attitude
• Demonstrates initiative/self-starter

Work relationships

• Follows chain of command
• Works well with other adult staff
• Contributes to the school community
• Communicates effectively with supervisors
• Maintains professional boundaries with parents & students

Work Commitments

• Completes assignments effectively
• Follows procedures and school rules
• Complies with district safety policies and practices'
• Demonstrates consistent attendance & is on time
• Maintains professional appearance and demeanor
• Self motivated and volunteers to support school vision

Student Interaction

• Helps establish and maintain a positive, caring, and challenging learning environment
• Fosters student independence
• Provides effective behavior management for all students
• Takes action when needed, following procedures
• Supports student academic and behavior needs
• Treats students with fairness, respect, and consistency

Communication Skills

• Writes and speaks clearly
• Conveys important messages to teachers, case manager and administration
• Maintains confidentiality in all communication
• Implements school and district guidelines

Additional Duties

• Assist guidance, pupil services staff or building administration, as needed.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Use standard office equipment, such as personal computers and copiers.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students.
• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Google, Word, Excel, etc).
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in standard office and school building environments.
• Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities.

Qualifications Profile

• High School diploma or equivalent. College degree preferred.
• Prior experience working with children.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of SAU 16 not to discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, color, homelessness, sexual orientation, age, or disability in its education programs, services, activities or employment practices.