About This Role
A paraprofessional in a school setting works under the guidance of classroom teachers and intervention specialists, supporting students and teachers in daily responsibilities. This role suits an individual with strong interpersonal skills and a genuine interest in children and youth.
Responsibilities
- Work under the direction of classroom teachers and intervention specialists
- Support students and teachers in their daily responsibilities, including instruction, instructional materials, student records, and classroom environment in regular education classrooms
- Support and maintain standards of behavior needed to ensure a safe and productive learning environment, including routines and rituals established by the teacher
- Work with small groups of students or 1:1 to reinforce academic or social-emotional skills, including assistance with pre and post assessments of students
- Maintain positive relationships with parents and students
- Work within boundaries established by the teacher for discussing student's academic and behavioral issues with parents
- Perform other duties as assigned by School Leaders
- Support the school's mission, philosophies, values, goals, and policies toward students, parents/guardians, and coworkers
- Interact and communicate respectfully with all children, families, and colleagues
- Effectively deliver, and in some instances design, developmentally appropriate curriculum and instruction that reflects observations and goals of individual children
- Establish a classroom culture of high expectations and compassion for all children
- Work with the faculty and school leadership to frequently examine student data for ongoing refinement of instruction and assessment
- Share best practices with other teachers and collaborate with them to improve instructional and assessment practices
- Facilitate regular parent/guardian communications and conferences to discuss student progress
- Keep the classroom environment organized, attractive, and safe
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- Paraprofessionals must meet one of the following to be Highly Qualified: Associates Degree, a minimum of 48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours, or successfully passing the Para Pro Assessment
- Possess or be eligible for an Ohio Educational Aide Permit required
- A minimum of two years’ successful experience working with children preferred
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance