Preschool Office and Special Education Paraprofessional

ESC of Eastern Ohio Consortium; Austintown Township (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking a Preschool Office and Special Education Paraprofessional. The position runs 9 months, 28 hours per week (7 hours daily, Mon-Thurs) with daily report times 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.

The starting wage is $15.73 per hour under the OAPSE CBA, with performance reviews per the Board's policy on classified personnel. Responsibilities include data management for attendance, assisting staff, clerical duties, and maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Ohio Educational Aide Permit with ESEA endorsement.
• Experience with data management and clerical tasks preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage student data system for attendance.
• Assist and direct parents and visitors.
• Perform clerical duties in support of Preschool Program Administrators.
• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy in documents.

Skills

Data management

Excel

Google applications

Word processing

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Phone etiquette

Scheduling

Attention to detail

Education

Ohio Educational Aide Permit with ESEA endorsement

Tools

Accounting software

Office equipment operation

Job description

Preschool Office and Special Education Paraprofessional JobID: 7588

Contract Days/Hours: 9-month, 7 hours per day, Monday through Thursday, 28-hours per week

Report Times: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm

Salary: $15.73 per hour starting rate in accordance with the OAPSE collective bargaining agreement (CBA)

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the Board's policy on evaluation of classified personnel.

Duties and Responsibilities:

(See Building Principal for specific details of assignment)

• Management of our student data system for student attendance
• Assist and direct parents and visitors
• Perform clerical duties and responsibilities in support of the Preschool Program Administrators
• Possess strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, with attention to accuracy, and the ability to meet deadlines
• Responsible for managing preschool staff compliance requirements
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality
• High level of technicalskillsand knowledge of office processing programs, with knowledge of related documents, the ability to retrieve information, and determine, and adhere to legal deadlines
• Must be able to create professional office and text documents using proper English, grammar, and formatting
• Maintain student data with a high level of accuracy
• Scheduling that may include meetings, field trips, transportation, and various school-related activities
• Proficient in data management, including Excel spreadsheets and/or online data management software, Googleapplications
• Must possess strong computer skills; word processing, spreadsheets, email, etc.
• Use proper phone etiquettewhile managing a multi-line phone system and performing multiple tasks
• Knowledgeable ofthe operation of office equipment. (fax, copier, laminate machine,multi-line phone system, etc.)
• Ability to prioritize daily tasks with attention to detail
• Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate and act as a liaison for the building administrators
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Have a basic understanding of school building operations
• Assist in classrooms as needed to help maintain required staff-to-student ratios
• Monitor student(s) individually, in small or large groups, in a variety of circumstances relating to the school environment
• Provide leadership by enforcing pupil behavior set forth by the building principal.
• Ensure that students are in a safe, secure environment at all times.
• Employ a variety of strategies to manage student behavior and conflict
• Serve staff, parents, and visitorsby greeting, welcoming, and directing them appropriately with a customer service attitude
• Attend in-service and seminars to enhance job performance
• Maintain a professional, approachable personality under stressful situations
• Use proper phone etiquette while managing a multi-line phone system and performing multiple tasks
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt in an ever-changing environment
• Perform all otherduties consistent with the general job description as assigned by the Building Administrators,Superintendent, and/or designee

Requirements:

(Documents must be on file before starting)

• Current favorable BCII (State) and FBI (Federal) background checks
• Current Ohio Educational Aide Permit with ESEA endorsement
• Successful completion of the Treasurer's Office skills test (90%) per the CBA
• Ohio Auditor of State Fraud Reporting and Training

Office Skills Test Required over the following areas:

Proficiency in accounting software, clerical math skills, word processing, data entry, written/verbal communication, and customer service

Employees must follow all board policies, all state and federal laws, and adhere to the Ohio Department of Education Code of Ethics. Subject to all applicable laws, essential job functions of this position include being punctual and capable of completing all of the duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

The successful candidate must complete all required compliance training courses as assigned.