Substitute Paraprofessional

SEYMOUR COMMUNITY SCHOOLS; Town of Seymour (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Seymour Community Schools is seeking a paraprofessional to support certified staff and students in various educational settings. The role involves assisting with lessons, preparing materials, and reinforcing learning in small or large groups while maintaining a positive classroom environment.

The position requires a High School Diploma, strong communication, and the ability to follow guidance from teachers and administrators.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Experience supporting students in educational settings is a plus.
• Ability to follow directions and work under supervision of certified staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist certified teaching staff with implementing classroom lessons and preparing materials.
• Work with students individually, in small groups, or in whole groups to reinforce learning.
• Assist students in non-instructional areas such as lunchroom, playground, and field trips.
• Maintain a productive learning environment and minimize disruptions in class.
• Follow documentation protocols for student progress and required records.

Skills

Student support

Classroom assistance

Staff communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The paraprofessional will assist certified staff with students in educational environments to meet instructional goals and objectives.

Performance Responsibilities

• Assist certified teaching staff with implementing classroom lessons, preparing teaching materials, and other classroom instructions to maximize learning achievement.
• Work with students individually, in small groups, or in whole groups to reinforce and re-teach learning and implement assigned programs.
• Assist students in non-instructional areas, such as the lunchroom, playground, bus duty, study hall, field trips, and other related non-instructional areas.
• Maintain a productive learning environment by minimizing distractions and disruptions in the classroom.
• Assist students with activities of daily living such as toileting, feeding, maneuvering, hygiene, etc.
• Follow documentation protocol for student progress, behaviors, and all other documentation required by certified teaching staff.
• Maintain communication and collaboration with certified teaching staff regarding schedules, student progress, and other necessary information.
• Participate in training and professional development to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Implement individualized plans, including medication, IEPs, and other support as required.
• Maintain confidentiality with student records and follow all safety procedures.
• Support the needs of special education students and other special education staff.
• Remain free of any alcohol or illegal substance in the workplace in compliance with Board policies throughout his/her employment in the District.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by the Building Principal.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma