Summary

Assist students in the general classroom.

Description

Days/ Year: Student contact days / 5 to 7 hours a day
Level: Education Assistant – Level I to Level III (to be determined based on education and experience)

Position Purpose: To provide assistance with specific learner population or a more focused role with individual learners; provide support in classrooms under the direction of licensed staff.

Major Job Functions:

  • assist licensed teacher (to be assigned) with day-to-day instruction of students, both individually and in small groups.
  • perform other related duties as assigned
  • supervise lunchroom and/or playground activities.

Qualifications:

  • 60 credits or completion of ParaPro Assessment.
  • Experience working with elementary aged children in a structured setting
  • Good organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively as a team member.
  • Ability to work effectively with diverse and "at-risk" students individually and in small work groups.