Paraprofessional

Job Description

• Job Responsibilities and Requirements

Two years of college required.  Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field preferred.  Must have experience working with children. This individual must exhibit a genuine, nurturing, caring attitude to all.

Responsibilities:

1. Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans for students and monitor their progress. This includes but is not limited to small group/push-in math or language arts support.
2. Support students with emotional or behavioral concerns and assist them in developing appropriate social skills as identified by a behavior intervention plan.
3. Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities.
4. Assist the Educational Support Services (ESS) Coordinator in maintaining a safe learning environment and ensuring the well-being and safety of the children in his/her care.
5. Attend training opportunities as recommended by the ESS Coordinator or Head of School.

Requirements:

1. Model Christ-like behavior. 
2. Demonstrate ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students in the school environment and community. 
3. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 
4. Interact with children, including bending, kneeling, sitting on the floor, lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing, and walking.
5. Maintain a calm demeanor when interacting with students with behavioral challenges.

• Job Classification and Hours

This is a non-exempt position, meaning that it is not exempt from the hourly wage and labor laws.  Monday through Friday, 7:45-3:15.  Mid-August to Early June.