TITLE 1 PARAPROFESSIONAL

$28,080 - $28,080/Yr

Cascade School District - Cascade, ID

Full-time

Cascade, ID

Educational Services

About the position

The Title 1 Paraprofessional works under the direction of a classroom teacher or federal programs director to support the educational goals of qualifying students. This role involves providing individual, small group, or whole group instruction, preparing instructional materials, and maintaining a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize materials for small group and individual instruction
• Maintain high academic standards and expectations
• Repeat lessons to Title I students who were absent for that lesson
• Provide tutorial help to students following lessons prescribed by the teacher
• Provide immediate feedback on student performance
• 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 classroom 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
• Guide independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work assigned by the teacher
• Check notebooks, correct papers, and supervise testing and make-up work as assigned by the teacher
• 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
• Assist the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on an understanding of individual students
• Alert the supervising teacher to any problem or special information about an individual student
• 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
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Keep accurate records and maintain individual records for each student
• Attend faculty meetings as required
• Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development
• 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

Requirements

• At least two years of college-level coursework or an Associate's Degree in education or related field preferred
• 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 subjects matter and ability to instruct students at the direction of the teacher
• Knowledgeable with word processing, databases, spreadsheets, 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

Benefits

• $13.50/hr DOE
• Monday-Thursday 7:30-4:00
• 1 Friday per month for Training