Permanent Paraprofessional

Permanent Paraprofessional

Under the direction of a certified classroom teacher and/or school administrator, ESS paraprofessionals supplement student education and assist classroom teachers with instructional, behavior management, and/or administrative duties. They support the physical, behavioral, and academic needs of a specific student or group of students with special needs throughout the school day.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional reinforcement under the direction of the classroom teacher for individual students and/or small groups of students
• Assist classroom teacher with classroom management and general supervision of the class, following teachers' established routines and procedures 
• Serve as the chief source of information and help to any substitute teacher assigned, in the absence of the regular teacher  
• Support students with special needs by following provisions specified in their IEPs/504 Plans 
• Supervise students in the cafeteria, schoolyard, hallways, during specials, on field trips, and/or during before and after school programs as directed 
• Observe student behavior and progress, keep notes, and report to classroom teacher and/or other school designee(s) 
• Assist with administrative duties as directed such as recording grades, setting up equipment, preparing materials for instruction, etc. 
• Attend to students' physical, personal, academic, and emotional needs; help with translation and hygienic needs when necessary 
• Promote a safe and orderly classroom environment; take all reasonable precautions to protect students, facilities, and materials 
• Assist with bus loading and unloading during arrival and departure of students 
• Demonstrate cooperation and flexibility in performing other related duties as assigned by school administration and ESS 
• Understand and adhere to all ESS and school district policies and procedure

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School Diploma or GED
• Criminal Background Check