Pre-K Auxiliary Paraprofessional - Tentative Posting

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Sand Rock (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherokee County Schools seeks a Pre-K Auxiliary Paraprofessional to assist a preschool teacher with instructional and support services for early learners. The role emphasizes teamwork, classroom assistance, and helping with activities, assessments, and behavior management in a warm, student-centered environment.

This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and either a CDA credential or relevant coursework; 48 semester hours or WorkKeys; training hours annually.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• CDA credential or 9 hours of approved Child Development coursework required.
• Minimum of 48 semester hours or WorkKeys test required.
• Must meet suitability criteria under Alabama Child Protection Act.

Responsibilities

• Assists preschool teacher in preparing lesson plans and supporting instructional activities.
• Assists with student assessments as assigned.
• Works with individuals and groups of students and helps manage classroom behavior.
• Assists with non-instructional duties such as snacks, lunch, and personal hygiene needs of students as directed.
• Maintains confidentiality and demonstrates initiative for improvements within responsibilities.
• Participates in required trainings, including Alabama Early Childhood Education Conference hours.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (minimum)

CDA OR 9 hours coursework in Child Development

48 semester hours or WorkKeys test

Job description

PRE-K AUXILIARY PARAPROFESSIONAL – 9 Month (187 Day) Contract

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High school diploma or equivalent (minimum)
2. Possess a Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) OR a minimum of 9 hours of approved coursework in the field of Child Development from a regionally accredited institution.
3. Minimum of 48 semester hours of study at a regionally accredited institution (or) successfully completed the Alabama State Board of Education approved WorkKeys test.
4. Ability to meet the suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457.

JOB GOAL:

To assist preschool teacher in providing instructional and support services to preschool students.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Demonstrates support for the system mission, goals and priorities.
2. Works efficiently under the direction of a certified employee.
3. Participates in preparing lesson plans with preschool teacher.
4. Assists the preschool teacher in student assessments as assigned.
5. Works with individuals and groups of students as assigned.
6. Assist in management of classroom behavior.
7. Assists with non-instructional duties such as snacks, lunch, and personal hygiene needs of students as directed by the pre-school teacher.
8. Uses effective interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on communication and collaboration with a wide variety of people and groups.
9. Performs clerical tasks, including inventory, filing, typing, and care for equipment and materials.
10. Models and maintains high ethical standards.
11. Participates successfully in training programs, professional development, including any training mandated by federal and/or state requirements, or other learning to increase skill and proficiency related to job performance and leadership. Attends 10 hours of the Office of School Readiness sponsored training each year plus a minimum of 10 additional hours of training offered by local or regional programs for a total of 20 hours. Twelve of the required training hours must come from participation in the Alabama Early Childhood Education Conference.
12. Maintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters in accordance with state and federal law.
13. Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility.
14. Responds to inquiries and requests in a timely and positive manner.
15. Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local board policies, and state, federal, and local laws.
16. Reports to work in a punctual manner and attends work regularly.
17. Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures.
18. Demonstrates initiative, resourcefulness, and discretion in solving problems.
19. Promotes public and community support for the school and school system by performing job duties and interacting with students, parents, staff, and the public courteously and proactively.
20. Performs other job-related duties as assigned by Supervisor(s).

Salary Range:

According to Cherokee County Schools salary schedule.

Salary Schedule: https://www.cherokeek12.org/en-US/human-resources

Additional Information:

Please contact the School Principal and/or Pre-K Supervisor for any additional inquiries.

Terms of Employment:

Nine-month (187-day) contract

School Directory Link:

https://www.cherokeek12.org/en-US/schools

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. This job description is not a contract, and is not intended to be a contract. The Cherokee County Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed.