NORTH LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT
Instructional Paraprofessional
Department: Instructional
Job Status: Full Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Principal
Grade/Level: Elementary
Amount of Travel Required: No travel required
Work Schedule: 185-day contract,
Monday – Friday, 8-hours per day
Positions Supervised: none
POSITION SUMMARY
Perform duties that are instructional in nature or deliver direct services to students or parents. Serve in a position for which a teacher or another professional has ultimate responsibility for the design and implementation of educational programs and services.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Essential Functions Statement(s)
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Tutor and assist students individually or in small groups in order to help students master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
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Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, schoolyards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips.
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Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
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Observe students' performance and record relevant data to assess progress.
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Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers in order to coordinate instructional efforts.
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Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials in order to prevent injuries and damage.
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Present subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods.
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Organize and label materials and display students' work in a manner appropriate for their eye levels and perceptual skills.
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Distribute tests and homework assignments and collect them when they are completed.
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Type, file, and duplicate materials.
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Distribute teaching materials such as textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils to students.
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Use computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
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Attend staff meetings, and serve on committees as required.
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Prepare lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations.
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Carry out therapeutic regimens such as behavior modification and personal development programs, under the supervision of special education instructors, psychologists, or speech-language pathologists.
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Provide disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities such as restrooms.
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Assist in bus loading and unloading.
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Take class attendance and maintain attendance records.
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Grade homework and tests, and compute and record results, using answer sheets or electronic marking devices.
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Organize and supervise games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development.
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Prepare lesson outlines and plans in assigned subject areas, and submit drafts to teachers for review.
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Maintain computers in classrooms and laboratories, and assist students with hardware and software use.
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Participate in teacher-parent conferences regarding students' progress or problems.
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Plan, prepare and develop various teaching aids such as bibliographies, charts, and graphs.
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Conduct demonstrations to teach such skills as sports, dancing, and handicrafts.
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Requisition and stock teaching materials and supplies.
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Collect money from students for school-related projects.
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Monitor classroom viewing of live or recorded courses transmitted by communication satellites.
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Operate and maintain audiovisual equipment.
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Laminate teaching materials to increase their durability under repeated use.
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Assist librarians in school libraries.
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Other duties as assigned.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statement(s)
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education: Minimum of a High School Diploma, 60-hours of college credit, or successful completion of the Paraprofessional Praxis Exam.
Experience: Preferred but not required
Computer Skills: Microsoft Word, EXCEL, and other applicable technology
Certificates & Licenses: Minimum as stated in the Education requirements, with a preference of teaching or teaching-related certificates and licenses
Additional Requirements: Successful completion of ASP/FBI and Child Maltreatment background checks
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Demands
Lift/Carry
Handling / Fingering
frequently
Reach Above Shoulder
occasionally
Squat or Kneel
occasionally
10 lbs or less
frequently
Over 100 lbs
N (Not Applicable)
12 lbs or less
frequently
41-100 lbs
N (Not Applicable)
N (Not Applicable)
Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally)
Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
F (Frequently)
Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
C (Constantly)
Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
Other Physical Requirements
Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral)
Sense of Sound (ability to converse with students and parents)
Sense of Touch
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment is generally indoors in a school classroom. Must be able to function in large crowds and student assembly situations. Must be able to supervise students indoors and outdoors.
