PILOT Instructional Paraprofessionals

QUALIFICATIONS:   
1. Associate’s degree or two years of study at an institution of higher education (with a minimum of 60 semester hours) or successful completion of the Parapro test required.
2. Applicant must demonstrate a level of knowledge and/or experience appropriate to the position.
3. Bachelor's degree preferred.
4. Ability to perform the following actions with full range of motion and manual dexterity: bending, moderate lifting, twisting, carrying and moving objects, typing and reaching.
5. Favorable criminal background check and child protection registry check for the candidate offered employment required.
6. Tuberculin test required.
7. Participation in Direct Deposit required.

PRIMARY DUTIES:
1. Para in lieu of teacher.
2. Provide small group instructional support when not working in a one-on-one capacity.
3. Have strong computer skills.
4.Maintain records and data on student performance as assigned.
5. Monitor student behaviors and assisting students to engage in appropriate behavior.
6. Demonstrates strong organizational skills with proficiency in record keeping, filing, typing, document preparation, database management and professional telephone and e-mail etiquette.
7. Knowledge of and experience with various forms of technology and software; proficiency in eSchool and Microsoft® Office programs (Outlook, Excel, Word, Publisher).
8. Professional demeanor with demonstrated ability to communicate in English and relate to the public and school district staff in a courteous and efficient manner.
9. Established record of good attendance and performance.
10. Other responsibilities and duties as assigned. The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities; it is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
                                                 

TERMS OF                  1.  37.5 hours/week, 185 days/year
EMPLOYMENT:           2. Salary in accordance with the state and local salary scale
                                                                                                             
APPLICATION                1.         Letter of Interest                    4.         Evidence of certification
PROCEDURE:                2.         Resume’                                5.         College transcripts
                                        3.         District Application                 6.         Three letters of professional reference
                                                       (www.joindelawareschools.org)  
                                                           *Current employees only need to submit a letter of interest, however, supporting documentation regarding skills, experience and/or training is
                                                           preferred.

MAILING                   Laurel School District
ADDRESS:               1160 South Central Avenue
                                   Laurel, DE 19956

DATE POSTED:       August 1, 2024

CLOSING DATE:      All documents must be received by 12:00 noon on August 12, 2024.  An open and continuous search process will be conducted until these positions are filled. 

The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all applicants, re-advertise and/or withdraw any or all positions.  The District reserves the right to modify and/or delete any possible vacancy at its discretion for these positions.  The Laurel School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. An open and continuous search process will be conducted until these positions are filled.