2024-25 Paraprofessional Instructional K-12- Laurel Elementary

Information specific to this position: This position will be to support the kindergarten classrooms. Multiple positions available.

Pay Range: $17.16 - $19.22  (min – 12% above min)/hr based on qualifications and experience*

Hours/day: 6.5

Work calendar days: 185 

Duration of position: Ongoing

Benefits include: Health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, short and long term disability, as well as other optional benefit elections.

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SUMMARY:

Responsible for assisting the classroom teacher with implementing instruction and/or reinforcing learning skills in oneon-one, small, and/or large student groups. Assist with preparing classroom materials, administering tests, grading, taking attendance, completing paperwork, maintaining files, documenting student achievement, and/or monitoring students.

JOB TASKS:

1. Assist the classroom teacher with implementing instruction and reinforcing learning skills in one-on-one, small, and/or large student groups. Implement and support the teacher’s instruction plan. 

2. Assist teacher in preparing classroom materials, administering tests, grading, taking attendance, completing paperwork, maintaining files, and/or documenting student achievement. 

3. Monitor students in classroom and during breaks, lunch, recess, time outs, on field trips, getting on and off the bus, etc. Reinforce school-wide discipline procedures. 

4. Attend work and arrive in a timely manner. 

5. Assist teacher and/or administration with special projects. 

6. Attend appropriate in-services, building meetings, training, IEP meetings, parent conferences, and/or school functions. 

7. Administer state testing (TCAP) in small groups. 

8. Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or equivalent 
• One year of related experience 
• Experience working with students in a school setting preferred 
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable

Questions regarding this posting can be directed to talent@psdschools.org