JESSIEVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Job Description for
Paraprofessional-Alternative Learning Environment
DEPARTMENT: Student Support Services JOB STATUS: Full Time
POSITIONS SUPERVISED: N/A REPORTS TO: Principal; Classroom Teacher
GRADE/LEVEL: 4-12 AMOUNT OF TRAVEL REQUIRED: See Essential Duties
WORK SCHEDULE: Per contracted days
POSITION SUMMARY: Paraprofessional
A paraprofessional may work in a variety of positions in a school district. The primary rolls are to assist, support, and work closely with teachers, administrators, and other team members in providing educational benefit for students. Duties will vary according to the needs of the student from physical assistance and care to behavioral management and academic assistance.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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To assist teacher(s) with preparation for classroom activities
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To be responsible for the safety and monitoring of students outside the classroom
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To assist the school nurse with special needs students
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To work with small groups of students
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To help monitor students during special activities
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To assist in the office
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To supervise Digital Learning Labs and communicate with digital providers and teachers
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To perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by employee’s supervisor, the principal, or the superintendent
Under general supervision of the Principal, the In-House Manager is responsible for monitoring and tutoring students who are removed from the regular classroom because of discipline-related behavior. The ability to insure the completion of required student assignments, document attendance and other school forms, and maintain open lines of communication with staff and administrators, while promoting discipline in a positive manner, are required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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To be responsible for maintaining discipline of students assigned
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To supervise activities of students assigned
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To tutor assigned students as needed
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To maintain confidentiality of student behavioral and academic information
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To maintain attendance and other documentation
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To provide appropriate interventions and communicates with administration and staff
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To perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by employee’s supervisor, the principal, or the superintendent
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of the schools and JSD policies and procedures
Evidence of strong commitment to quality education
Evidence of strong organizational skills
Evidence of strong oral and written communication skills
Education
Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent with an accredited educational institution. Title 1, Part A program employees must have a minimum of two years with an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education or completed competency on a formal state assessment. Other requirements per job description.
Experience
One (1) year of successful experience working with children. Other requirements per job description.
Valid Arkansas Paraprofessional certificate or license to meet ADE certification accreditation standards for the position’s essential duties and responsibilities.
Ability to apply basic computer programs (spreadsheet, Microsoft word, Excel, PowerPoint, others) to enhance job performance. (Others could include APSCN, HAC/TAC, NWEA)
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the school community.
Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication.
Ability to perform duties with awareness of all federal, state, and district requirements.
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional documents. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to perform basic math operations to meet job expectations.
REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with situations appropriately to meet job expectations.
Physical Abilities
Lift/Carry
Handling / Fingering
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51 – 100 lbs
O
Reach Outward
F
Over 100 lbs
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N (Not Applicable)
Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally)
Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.S+ 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)
Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth perception)
Sense of Sound (ability to converse with others, conduct telephone conversations)
The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform with the essential functions.
The JSD HR Office has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the JSD reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the JSD may deem appropriate.
The Jessieville School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
It is the policy of the Jessieville School District not to discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices.
