Paraeducator, Teacher Assistant, Applicant Pool

DEFINITION:The Paraeducator Teacher Assistant under the direction of a site administrator assists a teacherin reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a classroom or otherlearning environment; assists teachers with the preparation of instructional materials; tutorsstudents in assigned subject DUTIES: Tutors individual or small groups of students reinforcing instruction as directed bythe teacher; directs group activities or students as assigned. Provides support to the teacher by setting up work areas displays and exhibitsoperating equipment and distributing and collecting paper supplies and materials. Assists assigned teacher with the implementation of lesson plans; grades student testsand assignments; records grades; maintains student files as assigned. May accompany students on field trips as assigned. May perform a variety of clerical duties in support of classroom activities such aspreparing typing duplicating and filing instructional materials. Observes and controls behavior of students in the classroom and during outdooractivities according to approved procedures; reports progress regarding studentperformance and behavior. Operates a variety of classroom and office equipment including a computer copiertypewriter laminator television and video equipment. Performs related tasks as :Knowledge of: Successful strategies and methods for working with children in a learning situation. Basic instructional methods and techniques. Basic subjects taught in District schools including arithmetic grammar spellinglanguage and reading. Basic concepts of child development and child behavior characteristics. Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct. Operation of a variety of office and classroom equipment. Interpersonal skills using tact patience and courtesy in the classroom setting. Basic record-keeping techniques. Health regulations and safe working methods and procedures. Proper lifting techniques. District policies rules and to: Assist with instruction and related activities in a classroom or assigned learningenvironment. Perform clerical duties related to classroom activities. Reinforce instruction to individual or small groups of students as directed by theteacher. Operate a variety of office and classroom equipment including a computer copiertypewriter laminator television and video equipment. Monitor observe and report student behavior and progress according to approvedpolices and procedures. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Observe health and safety regulations Work cooperatively with others. Understand and follow oral and written Certification: High school graduate or equivalent. Some experience working with children in an organized setting. Specialized training or coursework in childcare child behavior psychology orteaching and related fields DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by anemployee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the performing the duties of the job the employee is regularly required to use hands to fingerhandle or feel objects tools or controls and talk and/or hear. The employee frequently isrequired to walk or sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; reah with hands andarms; climb or balance; and stoop kneel crouch or employee may occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Work conditions may includeexposure to fumes dust odors cleaning agents and chemicals. Specific vision abilities requiredby this job include close vision distance vision color vision depth perception and the ability toadjust focus.