Student Support Paraprofessional (Temp)

JENNINGS COUNTY SCHOOLS; Town of Scipio (NY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Jennings County Schools in Scipio is seeking a Paraprofessional (temporary position) to support certified staff and help students meet instructional goals. The role involves guiding students, assisting with classroom activities, and contributing to a positive learning environment.

The ideal candidate will help with reading and math reinforcement, small-group interventions, and basic record-keeping, while supporting parent communication and maintaining classroom order.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and completion of paraprofessional test or 48 college credit hours.
• Completion of paraprofessional test or 48 college credit hours as required by program.
• Ability to use basic computer applications (e.g., Word, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Assists and guides students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills.
• Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning and implement interventions.
• Assists in classroom preparations and strategies to reinforce instructional materials and skills.
• Assists with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.
• Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions and keep students on task.
• Supervises non-instructional areas such as lunch programs, bus duty, playground, corridors, and study hall.
• Assists teachers with parent contact to foster effective involvement in student education.

Skills

Reading support

Mathematics help

Classroom management

Verbal communication

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma

Paraprofessional test

48 college credit hours

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Jennings County Schools in Scipio is seeking a Paraprofessional (temporary position) to support certified staff and help students meet instructional goals. The role involves guiding students, assisting with classroom activities, and contributing to a positive learning environment.

The ideal candidate will help with reading and math reinforcement, small-group interventions, and basic record-keeping, while supporting parent communication and maintaining classroom order.