Paraeducator

Please note that this posting closes at 3:00 pm on the date listed above.



This position will be supporting students under the school's GEAR UP grant.  If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Hanna Kozole, Assistant Principal, at (385)-646-5290 or email hlkozole@graniteschools.org

Hours per week: 29 Hours

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Job Title	Paraeducator
Department	School
Supervisor	Principal
Salary Schedule	Paraeducator (88)
Lane Placement	D
Contract Length	Hourly Only
FLSA Classification	Non-exempt
Last Review Date	October 2020

 
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, training, education, responsibilities, abilities; the machines, tools and equipment used; background; and any licenses or certifications required.  Physical, punctual, reliable, and predictable regular attendance is an essential job function to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Job Summary
Matheson Jr. High is seeking a dedicated Paraeducator - GEAR UP to support the goals and objectives of the GEAR UP program. This role involves working closely with students, parents, faculty, and staff to provide academic and programmatic support.
 
Essential Functions

• Assist in implementing GEAR UP goals and objectives
• Communicate with families of English learners
• Must have good phone etiquette to communicate with parents/families.
• Meet one-on-one with students to provide guidance and support
• Conduct classroom presentations to enhance student engagement
• Serve as a chaperone on field trips and educational outings
• Support and participate in GEAR UP events and functions
• Assist with data entry and documentation related to the GEAR UP program
• Attend staff meetings and training sessions as required
• Assists in the preparation of instruction materials.
• Assists in the instruction of students and other classroom activities as needed.
• May tutor students individually or in small groups.
• Assist in the administration of a variety of tests and monitors students’ academic progress.
• Keeps accurate data on assigned students or group of students.
• Supports a school environment that helps students develop and maintain a positive self-concept.
• Maintains professional confidentiality regarding student information.
• Maintains effective and positive communication with students, teachers, parents, patrons and administration.
• Work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Must be able to work assigned hours.

Non-Essential Functions

• Other duties as assigned

Required Education and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• If working in a Title 1 school, one of the following:
  • 48 hours of college credit; or
  • pass the ParaPro exam.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• Effective written and oral communication
• Ability to follow directions given.
• Ability to interact positively with students.
• Ability to assist students in a variety of situations as they arise.
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with students and staff
• Experience in an educational or mentoring environment preferred

Required Prior Experience

• None

 
Assigned Decision Making

• Makes decisions concerning the best way to accomplish tasks assigned by the classroom teacher(s).
• Must take directions well and be able to work within specific guidelines.
• Makes suggestions but must be willing to follow directions.

 
Interactions with Others

• Positive interaction with students, teachers, social workers, psychologists, support personnel and administrators.

 
Supervisory Responsibility

• Supervision of students being supported.
• Supervision of a student in a service location outside the classroom as needed.

 
Budget Responsibility

• NA

 
Working Environment

• Work setting is mainly in the classroom.
• May be asked to work inside and outside the building to accomplish assigned tasks. Working conditions can be in hot and cold weather.
• May experience stress from disruptive students and/or groups of students.

 
Physical Requirements – Not limited to the following:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to speak and/or hear.  Frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, and crouch.  Occasionally required to use hands to handle or feel and must occasionally climb or balance.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
• Must be able to stand/sit for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift, and or move up to 20lbs.

Note:  The list of essential and marginal functions and of physical requirements is not exhaustive and may be supplemented in accordance with the requirements of the job.