Instructional Support Para Educator 1:1 at Chaparral High School

Substitute Teacher

Pay Grade: F - FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Objective: Under direction of a certified teacher and in a substitute capacity, instructs students and adapts curriculum to meet needs of students. Duties include: administering tests and assessments; monitors students' IEP progress; and documents behavior, progress, and results of student activities.

Duties & Responsibilities: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

• Assists teacher by helping with classroom instruction and working with children during instructional activities.
• Assists in modifying classroom and homework for students requiring modifications.
• May assist in planning and implementing field trips for the purpose of reinforcing classroom objectives.
• Provides one-on-one and/or group tutoring assistance to students in a variety of curricular areas as needed.
• Monitors children's behavior inside and outside of the classroom.
• Escorts students to areas on campus.
• Assists with clean-up and other related tasks following daily activities.
• Prepares classroom for activities, including organizing assignments and/or preparing homework folders.
• Assists with grading papers.
• Attends a variety of in-service training sessions and other related meetings.
• Participates in testing students in a variety of areas, including academic and social progress. Enters and updates student information in applicable computer programs.
• Participates in maintaining classroom bulletin boards and displays; maintains materials and supplies; contacts parents; and makes copies.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Education & Experience: (positions in this class typically require): High School Diploma or G.E.D., and one year of educational or clerical experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

Licensing Requirements: (positions in this class typically require): Title Schools: 60 hours of secondary education or successful completion of the Paraprofessional test; Special Needs: Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of employment.

Knowledge: (position requirements at entry): Knowledge of: Basic first aid; Basic mathematical skills; Customer service principles; Computer operations; Classroom operations and activities.

Skills: (position requirements at entry): Skill in: Monitoring and assisting children with activities; Using office equipment; Dealing patiently with children; Maintaining order, discipline, and interest of children; Performing routine mathematical calculations; Providing customer service; Utilizing a computer and related software applications; Interpreting and applying applicable laws, rules, and regulations; Preparing simple memos, letters, and/or other related written correspondence; Reading and interpreting routine information from schedules, memos, and/or other written documentation; Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Physical Requirements: Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Incumbents may be subjected to odors, extreme temperatures, and intense noises.

Note: The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.