Temporary Paraprofessional: Classroom Support & Student Tutor

AERRC; Point Hope (AK); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

AERRC in Alaska is seeking a paraeducator to assist teachers in creating a positive learning environment, supporting the personal, social, and intellectual development of students throughout the school year.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, plus options for further education; duties include small-group instruction, tutoring, classroom assistance, and supporting students with disabilities, common tasks, and supervision on buses and in various school spaces.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One of: Associate’s degree or higher, 48 semester hours, or PAT.
• Foreign transcript evaluation may be required for degrees from abroad.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional and support assistance to teachers.
• Instruct small groups of students.
• Tutor students individually.
• Assist with classroom management.
• Work with assigned children with disabilities.
• Support intensive level multiple disability students during the school day as assigned.
• Assist designated students with physical tasks and personal hygiene, including feeding and toileting.
• Conduct activities to encourage parent involvement.
• Offer instructional support in the library, media center, and computer lab as needed.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, agencies, and community members.
• Support students with remedial work, provide tutoring and monitor their progress.
• Prepare instructional materials and supplies for classroom use.
• Assist students in various areas such as the lunchroom, library, gym, pool, and locker rooms.
• Supervise students on morning and afternoon buses, in the gym, hallways, and other assigned locations.
• Report accidents, assaults, property damage, and abusive behavior immediately.
• Operate all classroom and office equipment.
• Follow all District policies and regulations.
• Support the educational values, philosophy, and mission of the District.
• Perform other duties and assume additional responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication

Instruction support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or higher

Two years of college/48 semester hours

Paraprofessional Assessment Test (PAT)

Job description

AERRC in Alaska is seeking a paraeducator to assist teachers in creating a positive learning environment, supporting the personal, social, and intellectual development of students throughout the school year.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, plus options for further education; duties include small-group instruction, tutoring, classroom assistance, and supporting students with disabilities, common tasks, and supervision on buses and in various school spaces.