Part-Time Title I Paraprofessional - Iowa

Nampa School District #131; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Nampa School District #131 seeks a Title I Paraprofessional at Iowa Elementary School to support classroom teachers in small group and one-on-one instruction under the direction of certified staff. This role involves reinforcing lessons, assisting with accommodations, and maintaining student records.

The position requires strong organizational and communication skills, the ability to work with diverse learners, and a commitment to creating a positive, inclusive learning environment for Title I

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must meet Para Professional requirements.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred.
• 32 core college credits from accredited university.
• Pass the Para Pro assessment with a score of 460 or higher.
• Para Professional experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize materials for small group and individual instruction.
• Maintain high academic standards and expectations.
• Repeat lessons to Title I students who were absent for that lesson.
• Provide tutorial help following lessons prescribed by the teacher.
• Provide immediate feedback on student performance.
• Respond to students’ questions and requests for assistance.
• Observe students’ work and study habits.
• Observe and record students’ time on task when needed.
• Assist students in locating prescribed instructional materials and starting assignments.
• Assist the classroom teacher in delivering an effective instructional program.
• Work with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning.
• Help students master equipment or instructional materials assigned by teacher.
• Provide individualized instruction activities using materials selected by the teacher.
• Identify pupil needs and provide instruction appropriate to those needs.
• Follow modifications and accommodations in IEPs.
• Assist with large group activities and oral communications with students.
• Guide independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work.
• Check notebooks, correct papers, and supervise testing and make‑up work.
• Administer, score, and record tests as the teacher recommends.
• Encourage students to reach their highest potential.
• Communicate classroom rules and maintain standards of behavior.
• Assist with strategies for reinforcing material based on student needs.
• Alert supervising teacher to any problem or special information.
• Keep supervisor informed of activities and issues.
• Operate and care for classroom equipment.
• Distribute and collect workbooks and materials.
• Take precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Maintain student records and attendance as assigned.
• Attend faculty meetings as required.
• Engage in professional growth and development.
• Seek assistance if emergencies arise.
• Represent the school district positively.
• Know and follow district policy and chain of command.

Skills

Aptitude with adolescents

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Pressure/ deadline handling

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Para Professional requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

32 core college credits (C or better)

Para Pro assessment score 460+

Para Professional experience preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Accounting software

Job description

POSITION: Title IPara Professional

CATEGORY: Classified

DEPARTMENT: Para Professional

LOCATION: Iowa Elementary School

REPORTS TO: Principal

SUMMARY: To work under the direction of the classroom teacher, principal, or federal programs director in achieving the educational goals and objectives of all qualifying students through individual, small group, or whole group instruction.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and organize materials for small group and individual instruction
• Maintain high academic standards and expectations
• Repeat lessons to Title I students who were absent for that lesson
• Provide tutorial help to students following lessons prescribed by the teacher and rreinforce material and skills using a variety of methods as directed by certified staff
• Provide immediate feedback on student performance
• Respond to students’ questions and requests for assistance
• Observe students’ work and study habits
• Observe and record students’ time on task when needed
• Assist students in locating prescribed instructional materials and starting their assignments
• Assist the classroom teacher in the delivery of an effective instructional program
• Work with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material and skills introduced by the teacher
• Help students master equipment or instructional materials assigned by teacher
• Provide individualized instruction activities using materials and sequences selected by the classroom teacher
• Identify pupil needs and provide instruction appropriate to those needs
• Follow modifications and accommodations as specified in Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• Assist with such large group activities as drill and practice, reading aloud, and storytelling, and participate in other forms of oral communication with students
• Guide independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work assigned by the teacher
• Check notebooks, correct papers, and supervise testing and make‑up work as assigned by the teacher
• Administer, score, and record such achievement and diagnostic tests as the teacher recommends for individual students
• Encourage students to strive to meet their highest potential
• Communicate classroom rules and encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior
• Assist the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on an understanding of individual students, their needs, interests, and abilities
• Alert the supervising teacher to any problem or special information about an individual student
• Keep the supervising teacher informed of activities and any issues that may arise
• Operate and care for equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes
• Distribute and collect workbooks, papers, and other materials for instruction
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Keep accurate records and maintain individual records for each student
• Attend faculty meetings as required
• Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development through such efforts as reading professional journals and other publications
• Seek assistance should emergencies arise
• Represent the school district in a positive manner
• Know and follow school district policy and chain of command
• Perform other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Must meet Para Professional requirements
• Bachelors Degree or
• 32 core academic credits from an accredited university (with a passing grade of “C” of better) or
• Pass the Para Pro assessment with a score of 460 or higher
• Para Professional experience preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Demonstrate aptitude for working with adolescents
• Works well with students, staff, and the public
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to work under pressures and deadlines
• Maintain confidentiality of staff and students

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to read, analyze and interpret governmental regulations and legal documents. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from employees and/or the general public. Ability to communicate in English and Spanish is preferred.

PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS

Demonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns.

PRODUCTIVITY/EFFICIENCY SKILLS

Consistently demonstrate ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner in order to meet current needs, such as reprioritizing work as necessary; organize job functions and work area to be able to effectively complete varied assignments within established time frame.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to conduct basic math functions, as well as manipulate formulas in spreadsheets.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral and diagram form. Ability to define problems collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing (Microsoft Office), spreadsheets (Excel), database (Access), presentation software and accounting/financial software.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continuously required to sit; occasionally walk and stand and reach with hands and arms; occasionally lift and carry up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job includes close vision; very good depth perception; and the ability to communicate through speech.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual’s disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works inside and occasionally meets deadlines with severe time constraints.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

176 day calendar assignment.

Nampa School District #131 is an equal opportunity employer/educator with an alcohol, drug and tobacco free environment, and does not unlawfully discriminate in employment.Equal access to employment, services, and programs is available to all persons.Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodations to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the organization.The information contained in this job posting is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. The employment relationship with the District is of an “at will” nature, which means that the Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge the Employee at any time with or without cause.