Berkley Public Schools
Position Description: Special Education Paraprofessionals (1 at BMS and 2 at BCS)
Position Goal: To assist the teacher in providing learning experiences that will
increase the opportunities for learning and improve basic skill levels.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or its equivalent, AND
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Associates degree (or higher) OR one of the following:
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Completion of at least two years or 48 credit hours of study at an institution of higher education or,
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Successful completion of formal assessment measuring knowledge of and ability to assist classroom teachers in reading, writing and mathematics. (Completion of Parapro. &/or other requirements to be deemed highly qualified.)
Organizational Relationships:
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Reports to principal or designee and cooperates with supervising teacher.
Performance Responsibilities:
Instructional Activities:
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Work with individual/small groups of students as directed by the classroom teacher.
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Work with large groups of students as directed by the classroom teacher.
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Implement instructional activities as directed by the classroom teacher.
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Assist teacher with motivating students.
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Demonstrate attentiveness to the needs of individual students.
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Provide feedback to teachers on student progress.
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Assist with checking student work.
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Assist with classroom management
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Assist classroom teacher with planning of instructional activities.
Non-Instructional Activities:
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Assist with supervision of students as assigned.
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Assist with clerical assignments and duties.
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Communicate effectively with students and staff.
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Demonstrate flexibility and initiative in his/her role.
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Treat confidential matters appropriately.
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Additional responsibilities as assigned.
Evaluation: Will be conducted by the principal (or designee).
