Paraprofessional

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Paraprofessional Position

A completed application includes proof of education, three references, and a resume.

Description: Under the general supervision of the Head of School, and with the direct supervision from a teacher or administrative assistant, the paraprofessional position provides assistance to the administration and to students in small groups or in a one-to-one format throughout the school day. Assignments may include working with individuals and/or a small group of students and completing clerical work as assigned.

Essential Job Functions: The duties listed are typical examples of the work performed by this job classification. This is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements and does not limit the assignment of additional related duties for the position. Not all duties assigned are included, nor are all duties listed performed in the school, office, or every day. Assists teachers in implementing lesson plans and preparing instructional materials and learning activities.

• Works with individual and small groups of students, under the guidance of the teacher.
• Keeps track of individual student performance.
• Checks papers.
• Supports attendance monitoring.
• Works effectively with students including safely escorting and monitoring transitions throughout the school day and upon arrival and departure in the cafeteria and/or on the playgrounds.
• Locates and prepares learning resource equipment and materials.
• Assists on field trips.
• May be required to supervise students in transit.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains files and record systems. 
• Operates a variety of office machines and equipment.
• Gives information to or elicits information from parents/guardians to properly complete forms and procedures.
• Screens forms and documents to determine accuracy and completeness of information. 
• Receives, lifts, sorts, delivers, and organizes mail and other materials. 
• Compiles and organizes data for reports. 
• Uses computers to enter data, prepare reports, and maintain information.
• Prepares forms and documents for distribution. 

Salary: 

• $18.00/hour or potential salaried position

Hours:

• Full-time position

• 8:00am - 4:00pm daily 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to maintain confidentiality when discussing students’ progress and concerns with staff

• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral form

• Ability to reinforce lesson plans to support the educational program

• Ability to follow directions from the teacher and/or administrative staff

• Ability to work with small groups of students and assist with instruction

• Ability to execute assignments to completion

• Ability to perform clerical duties

• Possess basic technology knowledge to support student learning and clerical tasks

• Skilled in software applications such as Microsoft Office and Google Drive

• Ability to demonstrate strong human relations skills

• Ability to have positive and professional communication with staff, administrators, parents, and/or the community
  
  

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Bachelor's degree preferred

Required Licenses and Certification:

• Experience working with children 

Application Details: There will be a prescreening of applicant credentials prior to inviting interested candidates in for an interview. Interviews will be limited to those who meet the basic requirements and submit the resume by the initial screening date for this position. Qualified candidates must complete the application process;

• Submit a cover letter.
• Submit a resume including a listing of former employment locations with dates of employment,
  skills, and references.
• Documentation for education requirements

Glenwood Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry or national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in its employment, programs and activities.