at South Lemhi School District in Leadore, Idaho, United States
Job Description
Notice of Position Open
Paraprofessional-Leadore School
SOUTH LEMHI SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 292
LEMHI COUNTY, IDAHO
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the position for part-time Paraprofessional at the Leadore School is now open for appointment for the 26-27 school year. The position will be 4 hours per day on a flexible schedule for 50 days of the year. The job includes working with students of all grades (K-12), helping the Special Education teacher to provide instruction and aiding students. This position shall be considered in all respects “employment at will”. The “employment period” and other descriptions and terms set forth in this job description shall not create a property right for the employee. Job will remain open until filled. Applications can be found on the district website at www.leadoreschool.org or you may pick up and application form at the district office in the Leadore School at 111 S. 3rd street. Leadore, Idaho.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have High School diploma (or GED) AND two years of college (32 credit hours) or Associate’s Degree, or rigorous standard of quality on formal state or local assessment. In Idaho, the ‘rigorous formal state assessment” is the ParaPro Assessment offered by the Education Testing Service (ETS)
- Previous aide or teaching experience preferred
- Knowledge of child growth and development and appropriate classroom practices
- Demonstrated ability to assist with instructional activities
- Knowledge of subject matters and ability to instruct students at the direction of the teacher
- Knowledgeable with word processing, data bases, spread sheets, and reports
- Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
- Works well with students, staff, and the public
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Able to work under pressure and deadlines
- Maintain confidentiality of staff and students
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY TO
Superintendent and Classroom Teacher
JOB SUMMARY
To work under the direction of the K-12 Teacher or Superintendent in achieving the educational goals and objectives of all students through individual, small group, or whole group instruction.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Working with Students
- Maintain high academic standards and expectations
- Provide tutorial help to students following lessons prescribed by the teacher and reinforce material and skills using a variety of methods as directed by certified staff
- Provide immediate feedback on student performance to students and to the supervising teacher
- Respond to students’ questions and requests for assistance
- Observe students’ work and study habits
- Observe and record students’ time on task when needed
- Assist students in locating prescribed instructional materials and starting their assignments
- Assist the classroom teacher in the delivery of an effective instructional program
- Work with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material and skills introduced by the teacher
- Help students master equipment or instructional materials assigned by teacher
- Provide individualized instruction activities using materials and sequences selected by the supervising teacher
- Identify pupil needs and provide instruction appropriate to those needs
- Follow modifications and accommodations as specified in Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
- Assist with such large group activities as drill and practice, reading aloud, and storytelling, and participate in other forms of oral communication with students
- Guide independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work assigned by the teacher
- Assist students in the library or media center
- Check notebooks, correct papers, and supervise testing and make‑up work as assigned by the teacher
- Assist with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips
- Administer, score, and record such achievement and diagnostic tests as the teacher recommends for individual students
- Encourage students to strive to meet their highest potential
- Communicate classroom rules and encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior
Other Classroom Assistance
- Assist the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on an understanding of individual students, their needs, interests, and abilities
- Alert the supervising teacher to any problem or special information about an individual student
- Serve as the chief source of information and help to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher
- Keep the supervising teacher informed of activities and any issues that may arise
- Operate and care for equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes
- Distribute and collect workbooks, papers, and other materials for instruction
- Help the teacher to plan and maintain bulletin Boards and other classroom learning displays
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
- Help very young students with their clothing and snack time routines
Other
- Keep accurate records and maintain individual records for each student
- Complete clerical duties as assigned by the supervising teacher
- Attend faculty meetings as required
- Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development through such efforts as reading professional journals and other publications
- Seek assistance should emergencies arise
- Represent the school district in a positive manner
- Know and follow school district policy and chain of command
- Perform other duties as assigned
/S/ Andrea Wright, Clerk
South Lemhi School District No. 292
Lemhi County, Idaho
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