TITLE: Academic Paraprofessional
NOTE: The position entails working in academic classroom settings.
REPORTING ACCOUNTABILITY: Director of Academics & Title I Services
GENERAL STATEMENT: This assignment consists of assisting and working in collaboration with academic teachers and the Director of Academics & Title I Services to enhance and support the learning experiences of students.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate's Degree
- Knowledge and experience working with adolescents
- Knowledge of technology-assisted teaching techniques
- Knowledge of and/or ability to learn specific educational technology software programs
PERFORMANCE ACCOUNTABILITIES:
The Delivery of Instruction
- Work in academic settings (i.e. classrooms, library/media center) to support all students in collaboration with the classroom teacher, special educators and department lead teachers
- Assist individual students in completion of hands-on and written assignments in study halls and self-directed seminars
- Assist in preparing and distributing specialized instructional material
- Assist students in utilizing educational technology
- Ability to multi-task and balance a variety of job responsibilities throughout the workday
Records and Reports
- Prepare paperwork, compile data, and maintain records as necessary
- Maintain files for tests, worksheets and other items
Professional Responsibilities
- Support the philosophy and mission statement of the school
- Participate in professional development activities offered by the district
- Maintain professional dress, punctuality, and attendance
- Establish a professional, courteous working relationship with staff and students
- Maintain the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information as is expected of fully licensed teachers
- Perform all other duties as assigned by the Director of Academics & Title I Services