Paraprofessional, Roving , REPOST CL-43-26 Deadline Until Filled

Paraprofessional
Pay Level 4 on Classified Salary Schedule
Job Description Update approved: August 2003

DEFINITION
Under the supervision of the site administrator and the direction of a fully credentialed teacher performs a variety of instructional activities; performs routine clerical and supportive tasks for instructional personnel; and other related work as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Personnel in this job classification may perform any combination of the essential duties shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties knowledge or abilities associated with this classification but is intended to accurately reflect the principle job elements.

Assists instructional personnel with the presentation of learning materials and in the conduct of instructional exercises.
Tutors individuals and small groups of pupils to reinforce and follow-up learning activities.
Monitors and assists pupils in drill practice and study activities as a follow-up to the presentation of concepts by instructional personnel.
Assists in the management of pupil behavior through the use of positive strategies and techniques.
Prepares a variety of instructional materials and learning aids.
Maintains a variety of records and files including confidential pupil records and information.
Assists pupils in the operation of instructional equipment.
Requisitions stores and maintains an appropriate inventory of instructional materials supplies and equipment.
Assists in maintaining an orderly attractive and positive learning environment.
Supervises playground activities.

QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Basic concepts of child growth and development and developmental behavior characteristics;
Student behavior management strategies and techniques;
Appropriate English usage punctuation spelling and grammar;
Basic mathematics concepts;
Routine record management storage and retrieval systems and procedures.

Ability to:
Demonstrate an understanding patient and receptive attitude toward students of varied ages and ability levels;
Communicate effectively in oral and written form in English as required by the assignment;
Performs routine clerical tasks and operate a variety of educational and office related equipment;
Use a variety of appropriate instructional materials and procedures to enhance a positive learning environment.


Understand and carry out oral and written directions;
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with pupils and adults.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out the essential job functions.

Persons performing service in this position classification will exert 10 to 20 pounds of force frequently to lift carry push pull or otherwise move objects.
This type of work involves sitting most of the time but may involve running walking or standing for brief periods.
Perceiving the nature of sound near and far vision depth perception providing oral information the manual dexterity to operate business related equipment and handle and work with various materials and objects are important aspects of this job.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skill is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skill would be:

Experience:
One year paid or volunteer experience working with multi-age groups of children.

Education:
Twelfth grade diploma or the equivalent.*
Certificate of passing score on the aide proficiency examination.**

*Candidates applying for positions at Title I funded schools must have an Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree or the equivalent or 48 college semester units or otherwise meet the State and Federal qualifications of the No Child Left Behind guidelines.

**A valid California teaching credential or a passing score on the California Basic Education Skills Test (CBEST) may be accepted in lieu of the aide proficiency test.

Conditions of Employment: Insurability by the Districts liability insurance carrier. Employment is contingent upon fingerprint and background clearance and proof of a recent negative tuberculosis test result.